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Matt, Jake, and Jordan are back with a jam-packed week of baseball chaos—headlined by the Red Sox deciding to light their franchise on fire by shipping Rafael Devers to San Francisco for... reasons? We break it all down: Boston's Devers trade meltdown and what the hell they're doing Oakland's hot/cold streaks, Mason Miller trade rumors, and Vegas tax advantages AL Central: Tigers leading the charge, Royals scraping for hope, and the Twins hanging in Shohei's return to the mound and the Dodgers coasting Full league standings recap: who's buying, who's selling, and who's just vibing All-Star voting madness: Jacob Wilson over Bobby Witt Jr.? Rockies fans, avert your eyes (again) It's a full-on therapy session, roast-fest, and stats dump wrapped into one. (0:00) A's cursed hats, Sacramento Ls, and Matt's jinx (10:30) Tigers' injury bug, Devers trade reaction (28:15) Red Sox front office takes an L (39:50) Giants outlook post-trade, NL West shakeup (51:40) Rockies check-in & Mason Miller rumors (1:04:00) Trade deadline preview: buyers/sellers (1:22:00) All-Star ballot rundown: snubs & surprises (1:47:20) AL vs NL shortstop debate: Wilson vs Witt (2:10:00) Under-the-radar performances & predictions (2:24:15) Final thoughts & how brutal the A's schedule is #MLB #OaklandAs #RedSox #Giants #BaseballPodcast #AllStarVoting #TradeDeadline #ShoheiOhtani #RafaelDevers #JacobWilson #TigersBaseball #BurninDaylightSports #BaseballTalk
0:00 Intro/Dust settles on Rafael Devers tradeOther news:6:23 Giancarlo Stanton is back with NYY - pick him up?Is Michael Toglia worth adding?22:48 Looking at the most surprising players thus far (using the Rotowire Earned Auction Value Calculator). How likely are each of these players to keep this up the rest of the way? Their dollar value and Main Event ADP in brackets. Players who have earned at least $20 and were picked outside the top 100: Pete Crow-Armstrong (47, 117) Jeremy Pena (29, 145) 35:06 Eugenio Suarez (27, 176) Jacob Wilson (26, 308) Josh Naylor (25, 105) Byron Buxton (24, 215) Carlos Rodon (23, 130) 57:58 Geraldo Perdomo (22, 492) Andy Pages (22, 367) Heliot Ramos (20, 206) Maikel Garcia (20, 211) Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.
On the June 16 edition of A's Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed Jacob Wilson leading the vote for shortstops in the AL (4:15), Shohei Ohtani returning to the mound (5:10) and the Giants trading for Rafael Devers (9:30). He was joined by: Tony Kemp - Former A's player & analyst on NBC Sports California (15:50) Denzel Clarke - A's Center Fielder (27:45) George Evans - Prostate Cancer Survivor (47:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss Jacob Wilson vs Bobby Witt, defending against Bobby Witt, Jacob Wilson's improvement so far in 2025, the team dealing with injuries, how hard the coaching staff is working and Denzel Clarke's defense in center field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben and Carlos talk about Ben's most recent scouting trip, where he saw some of the top 2026, 2027 and 2028 class high school players in the country. The two talk about a handful of the biggest major league promotions of the last week, think about Jacob Wilson's season and how that could impact how we view Marek Houston, talk through MacKenzie Gore's season and the ETAs of high-end prep arms and also discuss the upcoming MLB Draft combine.–Time Stamps(0:00) Ben's 2026 scouting experience(6:00) Gio Rojas as a standout prep lefty(10:25) MacKenzie Gore & HS pitching timelines(19:30) Denton Lord, Noah Wilson, Malachi Washington(23:05) Cole Prosek(27:30) Standout 2027 names(38:30) Kaiden McCarthy(42:30) Big league promotions(45:00) Jacob Misiorowski(48:00) Kyle Teel(51:00) Kayson Cunningham(56:00) Jacob Wilson vs. Marek Houston(1:05:00) Christian Moore(1:08:00) MLB Combine talkDo you have a question or feedback for the show? Email us: futureprojection@baseballamerica.com Ben's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/future-projection-a-baseball-america-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
James Anderson and Melissa Lockard of The Athletic discuss the breakout hitters on the Athletics including Jacob Wilson, Lawrence Butler, Nick Kurtz and Tyler Soderstrom before revisiting the Nationals' ridiculous haul in the Juan Soto trade and the top MiLB breakout of 2025!00:00 Intro 02:25 Jacob Wilson 06:45 Nick Kurtz/Brent Rooker/Tyler Soderstrom 18:00 Denzel Clarke/Colby Thomas/Henry Bolte 24:15 Lawrence Butler 28:00 Max Muncy/Zack Gelof 31:20 Tommy White 32:10 2026 Opening Day Lineup 36:00 Trade Tyler Soderstrom? 39:05 Best SP in 2026? 39:50 Pitching Prospects 46:50 Top MLB Breakouts of 2025 49:15 Top MiLB Breakout of 2025 Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.
James Anderson and Melissa Lockard of The Athletic discuss the breakout hitters on the Athletics including Jacob Wilson, Lawrence Butler, Nick Kurtz and Tyler Soderstrom before revisiting the Nationals' ridiculous haul in the Juan Soto trade and the top MiLB breakout of 2025!00:00 Intro 02:25 Jacob Wilson 06:45 Nick Kurtz/Brent Rooker/Tyler Soderstrom 18:00 Denzel Clarke/Colby Thomas/Henry Bolte 24:15 Lawrence Butler 28:00 Max Muncy/Zack Gelof 31:20 Tommy White 32:10 2026 Opening Day Lineup 36:00 Trade Tyler Soderstrom? 39:05 Best SP in 2026? 39:50 Pitching Prospects 46:50 Top MLB Breakouts of 2025 49:15 Top MiLB Breakout of 2025 Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.
In this MLB Opinions of the Week, Kevin and Austin talk about the Athletics and stellar rookie Jacob Wilson. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
News & NotesWith so many pitchers headed to the IL this week, it's been a relief for most fantasy managers to see so many big names return from injury recently. Scott and Brett discuss the returns of Mike Trout, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Byron Buxton and more.Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers, Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper and Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar all headed to the IL this week. And don't look now, but Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez may end up on the IL too.It was a big week for prospect call-ups as Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel, Kansas City Royals infielder Jac Caglianone and New York Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio each made their debuts.Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuScott's Top 150 Hitters ListCan anything stop the meteoric rise of Cal Raleigh? Should fantasy managers hold or sell high? Scott dives into what has been one of the biggest fantasy stories of the past few weeks. Jacob Wilson has made a pretty solid case for AL Rookie of the Year so far. Meanwhile, Vinnie Pasquantino and Max Muncy are rebounding from slow starts. Elite shortstops Gunnar Henderson and Corey Seager are both looking pretty pedestrian to begin the season. And Spencer Torkelsondropped in Scott's rankings – that must've been a mistake, right? Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network
News & NotesWith so many pitchers headed to the IL this week, it's been a relief for most fantasy managers to see so many big names return from injury recently. Scott and Brett discuss the returns of Mike Trout, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Byron Buxton and more.Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers, Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper and Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar all headed to the IL this week. And don't look now, but Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez may end up on the IL too.It was a big week for prospect call-ups as Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel, Kansas City Royals infielder Jac Caglianone and New York Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio each made their debuts.Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuScott's Top 150 Hitters ListCan anything stop the meteoric rise of Cal Raleigh? Should fantasy managers hold or sell high? Scott dives into what has been one of the biggest fantasy stories of the past few weeks. Jacob Wilson has made a pretty solid case for AL Rookie of the Year so far. Meanwhile, Vinnie Pasquantino and Max Muncy are rebounding from slow starts. Elite shortstops Gunnar Henderson and Corey Seager are both looking pretty pedestrian to begin the season. And Spencer Torkelsondropped in Scott's rankings – that must've been a mistake, right? Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network
News & NotesWith so many pitchers headed to the IL this week, it's been a relief for most fantasy managers to see so many big names return from injury recently. Scott and Brett discuss the returns of Mike Trout, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Byron Buxton and more.Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers, Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper and Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar all headed to the IL this week. And don't look now, but Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez may end up on the IL too.It was a big week for prospect call-ups as Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel, Kansas City Royals infielder Jac Caglianone and New York Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio each made their debuts.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListCan anything stop the meteoric rise of Cal Raleigh? Should fantasy managers hold or sell high? Scott dives into what has been one of the biggest fantasy stories of the past few weeks. Jacob Wilson has made a pretty solid case for AL Rookie of the Year so far. Meanwhile, Vinnie Pasquantino and Max Muncy are rebounding from slow starts. Elite shortstops Gunnar Henderson and Corey Seager are both looking pretty pedestrian to begin the season. And Spencer Torkelsondropped in Scott's rankings – that must've been a mistake, right? Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Score your own grooming goals with American Crew and grab these products at https://tinyurl.com/yrckykrd. Style like a pro, look like a champ! This week Rose sits down with NLCS MVP Tommy Edman to talk about his recent bobblehead night, College World Series Heroics, and a possible future in the front office. And the Athletics join us to see if they can recognize their teammates and babies! 0:00 Tommy Edman's GPA 0:10 Welcome back! 0:55 Eli Edman's first pitch 1:30 Eli Edman and Kaj Betts cute-off 2:05 Tommy's mom's first pitch 2:30 Tommy Edman bobblehead night 3:05 Tommy's college World Series walk-off 4:15 Tommy's college education and future career in the front office 6:15 When Tommy first realized he could be a major leaguer 7:10 Are all Stanford baseball players brainiacs and what was Tommy's GPA? 8:25 Why Tommy has 13 gloves 9:15 How Tommy breaks in his mitts 10:00 Tommy can't believe where he is now compared to this time last year 10:55 See you next time! Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Featuring: Tommy Edman, Lawrence Butler, Jacob Wilson, Mason Miller, Dallas Braden, Nick Kurtz, Hogan Harris Hosted by: Chris Rose Edited by: Alex Graap #JMBaseball
Send us a textWhat happens when anger transforms into acceptance? When betrayal leads to forgiveness? When rage opens the door to healing? This powerful episode brings together three extraordinary individuals who've walked through fire and emerged with wisdom that could change your life.Bruce Cardenas, a former Marine who built a billion-dollar nutrition brand, shares the gut-wrenching story of business betrayal that would have broken many. Instead of seeking vengeance, he chose forgiveness—a choice informed by asking forgiveness from his own brother and watching his son battle alcoholism. His revelation that "life is extremely short" offers a perspective that makes holding grudges seem like precious time wasted.Military veteran Amy takes us through her decade-long battle with anger after returning from Afghanistan. When conventional treatments failed, she found breakthrough in ancient plant medicines that allowed her to physically release trauma stored in her body. Her simple yet profound tools for healing—breath work, journaling, and gratitude practice—cost nothing but offer everything.Actor and former metal band frontman Jacob Wilson courageously reveals his journey from self-hatred to self-acceptance as a gay man in environments that rejected his identity. Now working in Hollywood, he demonstrates how leading with love and authenticity creates genuine connections in an industry known for toxicity and transactional relationships.The thread connecting these diverse stories? Understanding that beneath anger lies pain—often the pain of a wounded inner child "screaming for help." This perspective shift transforms how we view not just our own anger, but the anger we encounter in others.Whether you're carrying resentment, battling addiction, healing from trauma, or simply seeking more meaningful connections, these stories remind us that the path forward always involves the choice to default to love. Ready to make that choice in your own life? This episode gives you both the inspiration and practical tools to begin.To connect more with Dr. Harte, book a FREE discovery call!https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harteSupport the show#thetruthaboutaddiction#sobriety#the12steps#recovery#therapy#mentalhealth#podcasts#emotionalsobriety#soberliving#sobermindset#spirituality#spiritualgrowth#aa#soberlife#mindfulness#wellness#wellnessjourney#personalgrowth#personaldevelopment#sobermovement#recoveroutloud#sobercurious#sobermoms#soberwomen#author#soberauthor#purpose#passion#perspective
Welcome back to another episode of Benched with Bubba. On BwB EP 768, Bubba (@bdentrek) will be joined by Nate Schwartz (@_nateschwartz) to discuss recent news and some May fantasy baseball standouts.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker head to the Back-Leg Line to answer some questions before bringing on Vancouver Canadians' pitcher Trey Yesavage (17:04) to chat about what he's been working on within his pitch arsenal, how he's been able to ingest information from his coaches and training staff through the minor leagues, working on velocity, and his journey from college to the minors. Then, Athletics TV play-by-play voice Jenny Cavnar (31:51) stops by to discuss how the team has adjusted to playing in a smaller ballpark in Sacramento, how players like Luis Severino will compare results on the mound from a big league ballpark vs. where they play, why Jacob Wilson is the most interesting player in the league, and Lawrence Butler's confidence in his at-bats.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
A's Minor League Hitting Coordinator Jim Eppard joins A's Farm Editor-in-Chief Bill Moriarity to offer his insights on promising young hitters like Jacob Wilson, Nick Kurtz, Denzel Clarke, Max Muncy, Colby Thomas, Henry Bolte and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wins Above Fantasy – Van Burnett (@Van_Verified) and Steve Gesuele (@stav8818) discuss interesting young hitters and pitchers and their outlook for the rest of the fantasy baseball season.Intro 0:00 Pete Crow-Armstrong 6:00 Matt Shaw 13:40 Jacob Wilson 19:28 Chase Meidroth 25:03 Drake Baldwin 29:55 Junior Caminero 37:15 Logan Henderson 43:48 Mick Abel 46:00 Will Warren 56:06 Jack Leiter 1:00:00 AJ Smith-Shawver 1:08:20
Chris Townsend, Steve Sax and A's Pitching Coach Scott Emerson discuss the A's pitching so far in 2025, Jeffrey Springs progression, Gunnar Hoglund since his debut, the home runs at the ballpark in West Sac, Jacob Wilson's defense and keeping Mason Miller sharp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's General Manager David Forst discusses the teams rough patch recently, Rough stretch, the relationship between Front Office and Coaching staff, Relaying information & data to players, Jacob Wilson, Nick Kurtz, Minor League Systems success, Luis Severino's home struggles & road success, Springs' last two starts have been better, Justin Sterner, Irregular work for Mason Miller and check swing experiment in the minor leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former MLB pitcher and Athletics television analyst Dallas Braden stops by Papa & Silver for a quick preview on the Athletics' pitching, Jacob Wilson, and the first meeting between the Giants and Athletics since their move to SacramentoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former MLB pitcher and Athletics television analyst Dallas Braden stops by Papa & Silver for a quick preview on the Athletics' pitching, Jacob Wilson, and the first meeting between the Giants and Athletics since their move to SacramentoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jacob Wilson just launched two homers against the Dodgers (2:22)! ... Javier Baez might be back (7:24)! ... What's up with Jeff Hoffman (10:10)? ... Shane Baz ... FOOLED YOU (12:28). ... Kris Bubic vs. Framber Valdez was great (19:17). ... News (24:33): Roki Sasaki is going on the IL. ... Josh Jung is coming around (38:48). ... How do we rank Abbott, Leiter, Soriano and Springs (45:18)? ... Did you notice Kristian Campbell is slowing down, Robbie Ray has turned things around and more (47:09)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:05:59). 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
Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about players receiving threats, the Rockies ineptitude and other betting stories around Major League Baseball. In this episode of "The Inside Pitch" recorded on May 12, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers discuss the controversy surrounding Lance McCullers Jr., his disastrous return, and the broader implications of gambling culture in MLB. McCullers, in his second start after a two-year injury hiatus, surrendered seven runs in a 10-run first inning against the Reds, registering just one out, giving up three hits, three walks, and one home run. Post-game, McCullers and his family received death threats, which Towers attributed to the toxic intersection of sports betting and fan entitlement. Towers emphasized that no athlete intentionally underperforms and that threatening players over wagers is unacceptable. Seidenberg concurred, adding that the accessibility of players via social media exacerbates the issue. McCullers expressed frustration, noting he only wants to perform for the Astros while ensuring his family's safety. Shifting focus to live betting strategies, Seidenberg recounted betting the Astros team total over 3.5 runs during the blowout, leveraging the assumption that weak bullpen arms would enter early. Towers supported this approach, explaining that such scenarios often lead to high-scoring games due to less effective relievers being used and pitchers potentially experimenting with pitches under low-pressure conditions. They dissected Brady Singer's outing, noting he stuck to his sinker-slider mix, throwing 30 sinkers, 15 sliders, and four cutters, struggling post the 45-minute delay. The discussion broadened to emphasize that blowouts offer learning opportunities for pitchers, enabling them to test pitches in-game situations they'd avoid in tighter contests. Attention turned to the Rockies' collapse, particularly their 21-0 loss to the Padres, followed by Bud Black's firing. Towers criticized the Rockies' misuse of pitchers, particularly exposing young arms like Blaylock to overwhelming situations, likely contributing to organizational dysfunction. Betting-wise, the Rockies were highlighted as historically profitable to fade, with 30 of their 33 losses by multiple runs and a 5-29 record in first-five innings. Seidenberg recommended automatic daily run line fades against the Rockies. Broader betting trends were analyzed, including the Mets' 29-12 first-five innings under record and the Royals' similar 30-12 mark. The Mariners surprisingly leaned to the over. The conversation shifted to player performance futures. Kyle Schwarber's 46-game on-base streak, 14 home runs, and .404 OBP were celebrated, with Seidenberg suggesting profitable betting strategies targeting Schwarber to reach base safely in his first plate appearance using various app markets. Josh Towers and Seidenberg also agreed that Freddie Freeman's .367 average and league-best OPS made him undervalued at +1100 for the NL MVP, criticizing how consistently elite players are often overlooked in futures markets. In Cy Young discussions, Wheeler was favored in the NL at +700 due to his 58 innings, 2.95 ERA, and 0.91 WHIP, while Skubal and Eovaldi were highlighted in the AL. Hunter Brown was noted as a legitimate contender, given his cleaned-up mechanics and plus stuff. The Rookie of the Year race saw Jacob Wilson as AL favorite, while Luis Angel Acuna led the NL despite modest power numbers, with Towers skeptical of his long-term viability. They concluded by discussing rookie dark horses and emphasized the difficulty pitchers face sustaining excellence across a full season, all while promoting Pregame.com's latest offers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about players receiving threats, the Rockies ineptitude and other betting stories around Major League Baseball. In this episode of "The Inside Pitch" recorded on May 12, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers discuss the controversy surrounding Lance McCullers Jr., his disastrous return, and the broader implications of gambling culture in MLB. McCullers, in his second start after a two-year injury hiatus, surrendered seven runs in a 10-run first inning against the Reds, registering just one out, giving up three hits, three walks, and one home run. Post-game, McCullers and his family received death threats, which Towers attributed to the toxic intersection of sports betting and fan entitlement. Towers emphasized that no athlete intentionally underperforms and that threatening players over wagers is unacceptable. Seidenberg concurred, adding that the accessibility of players via social media exacerbates the issue. McCullers expressed frustration, noting he only wants to perform for the Astros while ensuring his family's safety. Shifting focus to live betting strategies, Seidenberg recounted betting the Astros team total over 3.5 runs during the blowout, leveraging the assumption that weak bullpen arms would enter early. Towers supported this approach, explaining that such scenarios often lead to high-scoring games due to less effective relievers being used and pitchers potentially experimenting with pitches under low-pressure conditions. They dissected Brady Singer's outing, noting he stuck to his sinker-slider mix, throwing 30 sinkers, 15 sliders, and four cutters, struggling post the 45-minute delay. The discussion broadened to emphasize that blowouts offer learning opportunities for pitchers, enabling them to test pitches in-game situations they'd avoid in tighter contests. Attention turned to the Rockies' collapse, particularly their 21-0 loss to the Padres, followed by Bud Black's firing. Towers criticized the Rockies' misuse of pitchers, particularly exposing young arms like Blaylock to overwhelming situations, likely contributing to organizational dysfunction. Betting-wise, the Rockies were highlighted as historically profitable to fade, with 30 of their 33 losses by multiple runs and a 5-29 record in first-five innings. Seidenberg recommended automatic daily run line fades against the Rockies. Broader betting trends were analyzed, including the Mets' 29-12 first-five innings under record and the Royals' similar 30-12 mark. The Mariners surprisingly leaned to the over. The conversation shifted to player performance futures. Kyle Schwarber's 46-game on-base streak, 14 home runs, and .404 OBP were celebrated, with Seidenberg suggesting profitable betting strategies targeting Schwarber to reach base safely in his first plate appearance using various app markets. Josh Towers and Seidenberg also agreed that Freddie Freeman's .367 average and league-best OPS made him undervalued at +1100 for the NL MVP, criticizing how consistently elite players are often overlooked in futures markets. In Cy Young discussions, Wheeler was favored in the NL at +700 due to his 58 innings, 2.95 ERA, and 0.91 WHIP, while Skubal and Eovaldi were highlighted in the AL. Hunter Brown was noted as a legitimate contender, given his cleaned-up mechanics and plus stuff. The Rookie of the Year race saw Jacob Wilson as AL favorite, while Luis Angel Acuna led the NL despite modest power numbers, with Towers skeptical of his long-term viability. They concluded by discussing rookie dark horses and emphasized the difficulty pitchers face sustaining excellence across a full season, all while promoting Pregame.com's latest offers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss the tough stretch of the schedule, getting better in losses, Yankees coming to town, what it means to Sacramento, Jacob Wilson's success and Miguel Andujar at 3rd base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eric discusses the A's recent win and his favorite player Jacob Wilson. He also talks about the controversy surrounding Truckee High School joining the CIF, citing concerns about biological males competing in women's sports. Eric expresses his frustration with California's laws allowing this and believes it creates an uneven playing field. He also shares his thoughts on Major League Baseball scores and upcoming games.
Eric discusses the A's recent win and his favorite player Jacob Wilson. He also talks about the controversy surrounding Truckee High School joining the CIF, citing concerns about biological males competing in women's sports. Eric expresses his frustration with California's laws allowing this and believes it creates an uneven playing field. He also shares his thoughts on Major League Baseball scores and upcoming games.
Welcome to Episode 80 of Tablesetters! Today we're joined by Jack Wilson — former All-Star shortstop, 12-year MLB veteran, and one of the most respected infielders of the 2000s. He anchored the Pirates through a key stretch in the franchise's history and now brings that same passion to coaching the next generation as the manager of the Greeneville Flyboys in the Appalachian League. But Jack's baseball story doesn't stop there — it continues through his son, Jacob Wilson, who's off to a phenomenal start in his rookie season with the A's. We talk about what it's like watching his son succeed on the biggest stage, how their games compare, and the moment Jack knew Jacob was built for the big leagues. Jack also shares his approach to coaching today's players, what he looks for in great infielders, and how player development has changed since his days in the Pirates and Cardinals systems. And we look back at his time in Pittsburgh — the teammates, the fans, and what it would take for the organization to truly move forward under Bob Nutting's leadership. This episode is a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about baseball's past, present, and future and the powerful role family plays in all of it. Follow us on Instagram and X @TablesettersPod for bonus clips, updates, and more. Subscribe and join us each week — Tablesetters is where stories shape the season.
Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss a story from David Adler of MLB.com about Aaron Judge's batting stance adjustments throughout an elite calendar year at the plate. Plus, they look at four hitters off to great starts to determine if there is more than just a fast start under the hood.Join Our Six Picks Group -- Session 2 begins Thursday May 1st!https://ottoneu.fangraphs.com/sixpicks/league/67 (password: froggy)David Adler's Batting Stance Breakdown for Aaron Judge:https://www.mlb.com/news/aaron-judge-batting-stance-change-statcast-breakdownRundown2:44 Aaron Judge's Changing Stance Around Massive Year15:15 Building a Breakout, Jacob Wilson?25:30 Jung-Hoo Lee: Producing Despite Dip in Bat Speed33:52 Jonathan Aranda: Setting In for Big Year in Tampa?46:39 Cedric Mullins: A Second Breakout at 30?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 SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss a story from David Adler of MLB.com about Aaron Judge's batting stance adjustments throughout an elite calendar year at the plate. Plus, they look at four hitters off to great starts to determine if there is more than just a fast start under the hood. Join Our Six Picks Group -- Session 2 begins Thursday May 1st!https://ottoneu.fangraphs.com/sixpicks/league/67 (password: froggy) David Adler's Batting Stance Breakdown for Aaron Judge:https://www.mlb.com/news/aaron-judge-batting-stance-change-statcast-breakdown Rundown2:44 Aaron Judge's Changing Stance Around Massive Year15:15 Building a Breakout, Jacob Wilson?25:30 Jung-Hoo Lee: Producing Despite Dip in Bat Speed33:52 Jonathan Aranda: Setting In for Big Year in Tampa?46:39 Cedric Mullins: A Second Breakout at 30? Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason Beckner and Nick Zaniboni break down the hottest rookie performances so far in dynasty baseball. Who's breaking out? Who's already busting? And who are they buying or selling right now?Covered this week: Kristian Campbell, Nick Kurtz, Jacob Wilson, Kumar Rocker, Jackson Jobe, Cam Smith, Dylan Crews, Agustin Ramirez & more.
In this episode, Bret sits down with ESPN Analyst Eduardo Pérez. The two talk about Jacob Wilson's unique hitting slash line, how analytics messed up Nolan Arenado last season, if the Dodgers have too much competition to truly run away with the NL West, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A's Cast Production Assistants, Michael Baribault and Kyle Morrison, discuss the Athletics' 6-5 win over the Chicago White Sox in game one of their three-game set from West Sacramento. Tonight's show features audio from A's Manager Mark Kotsay (9:23), Luis Severino (17:10) & Jacob Wilson (21:58) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss the improtance of winning division games, the A's young core, Nick Kurtz's MLB debut, the turnaround by the bullpen, Jacob Wilson's start and walk-off hit and how the veterans are helping the young players grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben and Carlos talk about a handful of big stuff, big physicality Yankees pitchers who are off to strong starts in the 2025 season. They briefly touch on George Lombard Jr. also living up to his preseason scouting hype in the early goings. After that the two talk about more Red Sox pitching prospects of note, this time those not named Brandon Clarke. After that the two talk about Nick Kurtz being promoted to the majors and discuss how fun the A's current young lineup is—and also appreciate their hits at the top of the draft in recent years between Kurtz and Jacob Wilson. The two discuss Dodgers righthander Sean Linan's crazy changeup, then take a listener question about surprising 2025 draft performances. –Time Stamps(0:30) Opening banter(4:10) Yankees power arms(17:00) George Lombard Jr.(23:00) More Red Sox arms to get excited about(36:00) Nick Kurtz and the A's(45:00) Jace LaViolette's resurgence(50:00) Jacob Wilson(52:30) Sean Linan and crazy changeups(1:00:00) Which draft prospect has surprised you the most?Do you have a question or feedback for the show? Email us: futureprojection@baseballamerica.com Ben's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/future-projection-a-baseball-america-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In Episode 78 of Tablesetters, the pressure's rising — and not just in the standings. We begin in Atlanta, where the Braves were riding a four-game win streak but dealing with tension off the field. After Jarred Kelenic was thrown out for not hustling, Ronald Acuña Jr. took to social media with a since-deleted post suggesting he wouldn't have gotten the same leniency. The moment revealed cracks beneath the surface — a team starting to win games, but juggling injuries, double standards, and clubhouse dynamics. That sets the stage for a bigger conversation around leadership and accountability — one echoed in Pittsburgh, where Paul Skenes didn't hold back after another wasted gem. His words? “We owe something to the city.” The fans responded in kind, chanting “Sell the team!” at PNC Park — and maybe, just maybe, the culture is starting to shift. Elsewhere, the future is arriving fast: five top prospects made their MLB debuts this week — Nick Kurtz, Luke Keaschall, Agustín Ramírez, Edgar Quero, and Chandler Simpson. From high-profile sluggers to chaos creators on the basepaths, these call-ups aren't just placeholders — they're impact pieces with staying power. Meanwhile, in Queens, the Mets are red hot, powered by a resurgent Francisco Lindor and breakout pitcher Tylor Megill, who's become one of the best stories in the league. Add in the Marlins' Max Meyer's historic 14-K performance, Hunter Brown's extended scoreless streak, and a growing list of starters under a 2.00 ERA — and suddenly, there's a wave of young arms reshaping the power structure. We also dive into the crowded AL Rookie of the Year race, where Kristian Campbell, Jackson Jobe, Jacob Wilson, and Kameron Misner have emerged as early leaders in what may be the most competitive rookie field in years. And yes, the Twins might already be cooked. We'll explain why Minnesota's collapse is worse than it looks. Plus: – Who's real in the Sub-2.00 ERA Club – Red Hot: Who's scorching? – Ice Cold: Which players are struggling? – And a fiery “Take a Pitch / Swing Away” debate: Is the NL's dominance bad for baseball? Follow us on Instagram and X @TableSettersPod — and let us know which story has you more intrigued.
On the April 18 of A's Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed The A's sweep in Chicago (10:30), Friday's Diamond Notes (13:15) and the A's lineup in Milwaukee (1:09:10). He was joined by: Justin Sterner - A's Right-Handed Reliever (2:40) Jack Wilson - 2004 All-Star & Father of Jacob Wilson (28:20) Mark Kotsay - Manager of the Athletics (1:09:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the return of Spencer Strider before digging into Eno's recent story with Britt Ghiroli and Jen McCaffrey examining the progress of hitting tech and development and the efforts to close the gap on pitching. Plus, they discuss the challenge of game-planning for Jacob Wilson, and the early struggles of Gavin Williams. Eno's story with Britt & Jen ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6270614Rundown1:00 Spencer Strider's Return From Internal Brace Surgery8:56 Fatigue Likely a Factor on Wednesday15:35 Is Hitting Development Catching Up to Pitching?29:25 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Jacob Wilson43:54 What's Behind Gavin Williams' Early Struggles?51:38 Ambushed! Eno-Proof Trivia?!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 MayExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the return of Spencer Strider before digging into Eno's recent story with Britt Ghiroli and Jen McCaffrey examining the progress of hitting tech and development and the efforts to close the gap on pitching. Plus, they discuss the challenge of game-planning for Jacob Wilson, and the early struggles of Gavin Williams. Eno's story with Britt & Jen ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6270614 Rundown 1:00 Spencer Strider's Return From Internal Brace Surgery 8:56 Fatigue Likely a Factor on Wednesday 15:35 Is Hitting Development Catching Up to Pitching? 29:25 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Jacob Wilson 43:54 What's Behind Gavin Williams' Early Struggles? 51:38 Ambushed! Eno-Proof Trivia?! Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the second hour of the show rookie A's shortstop Jacob Wilson joins the guys to talk about his first season in MLB, get into Threefer Madness, and end with Kings Rewind.
Fred Zinkie and Jeff Erickson discuss 10 hitters that are off to interesting early hitter stat lines, including Jazz Chisholm and Jacob Wilson.---00:00 Fred Pod 4-1500:30 Welcome01:45 Jacob Wilson10:00 Gabriel Arias12:11 BlueWire12:15 News and Injuries:12:30 Marcell Ozuna will miss the Jays series (hip)…..15:15 Jays notes - Easton Lucas, George Springer seems to have avoided a major injury….Max Scherzer has a setback18:40 Reds Moves… McLain, Hays, Diaz active Alexis Diaz won't be the closer right away22:15 Rooker/Kurtz25:15 VIVID Seats26:15 Polarizing Hitters28:00 Jose Altuve31:15 Jazz Chisholm Jr.33:30 Xavier Edwards34:45 Triston Casas36:50 Christian Yelich39:30 Dylan Crews43:00 Salvador Perez45:45 Jo Adell48:45 Christian Walker52:45 Marcus Semien54:15 Nolan Arenado57:30 Michael Toglia1:01:15 Alec Bohm---Vivid SeatsSwing into the season with MLB tickets + unbeatable rewards from Vivid Seats! Take in all the on-field action from the first pitch to the final inning with a great selection of MLB tickets. Plus, as a Vivid Seats Rewards Member, you can earn amazing rewards all year long just for buying! So, sign up today and start earning toward your next purchase.Get tickets today!(hyperlink: https://www.vividseats.com/?wsUser=948) Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.
Join Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss the experience at the ballpark in West Sacramento, his thoughts on the teams performance so far, watching the young player grow, Jacob Wilson's start, playing getting an opportunity and playing in the snow at Coors Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hembo and Buster discuss the Marlins infield getting weird, Pete Alonso looking much more comfortable, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract impacts Kyle Tucker's future earnings, if Hunter Greene is becoming an ace, potential superstardom for Kristian Campbell, and buying stock on Jacob Wilson. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Blue Jays waving the white flag to Vlad Jr. and why they had to do it, problems with the Dodger defense, and the craziest stories he and Buster have ever covered. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:37 Hembo 29:39 Tim Kurkjian 50:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hembo and Buster discuss the Marlins infield getting weird, Pete Alonso looking much more comfortable, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract impacts Kyle Tucker's future earnings, if Hunter Greene is becoming an ace, potential superstardom for Kristian Campbell, and buying stock on Jacob Wilson. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Blue Jays waving the white flag to Vlad Jr. and why they had to do it, problems with the Dodger defense, and the craziest stories he and Buster have ever covered. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:37 Hembo 29:39 Tim Kurkjian 50:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The injury bug is biting the Padres hard. We'll dive into Fernando Tatis's scary shoulder concerns. The D-backs are sitting at .500. Can they get off to a better start than in 2024? Corbin Carroll is doing his best to carry the squad. Plus, Sean shares how impressed he is with Jacob Wilson of the A's Full Youtube Broadcast here: https://youtu.be/ErW9jfOnKlk Make sure you're signing up for Sean's April 27th Breakthrough pro program. You will not regret it! Click here for more info: https://www.seancaseylive.com/breakthroughpro https://bleav.com/
On the April 8 edition of A's Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the torrid starts by Tyler Soderstrom & Jacob Wilson (10:05) and which A's players should have their number retired next (54:30). He was joined by: Noah Murdock - A's right-handed reliever (29:50) Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster (39:40) Scott Emerson - A's Pitching Coach (1:06:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These players and teams are off to scorching starts, but how long will they last?- Ivan Herrera is mashing- Kristian Campbell earning his extension- Spencer Torkelson bounce back?- Jacob Wilson an X-factor for the A's?- Spencer Schwellenbach: just what the Braves need- Has Jack Leiter finally arrived? (+ more)- Giants and Padres cruising early- Bryce Harper: “Only losers complain about the Dodgers”- Four new City Connect leaksListen/watch: https://bio.link/threeohtakeFollow us!FB: https://www.facebook.com/threeohtakeIG: https://www.instagram.com/threeohtakeTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@threeohtakeX: https://twitter.com/kylecorwintakes“THREEOHTAKE” for 10% off your Chinook Seedery order: https://www.chinookseedery.com/discount/THREEOHTAKE"THREEOHTAKE" for $20 off your first SeatGeek order: https://seatgeek.com/
Join Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay as they dive into the unique challenges of playing at Coors Field, reflecting on the team's mindset after their opening series in West Sacramento. They discuss overcoming distractions, preview the first series in Seattle, and highlight the hot starts from rising stars Jacob Wilson and Tyler Soderstrom. Plus, Mark shares some of his favorite memories from playing at Coors Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices