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Tony Clark resignsBruce Meyer – not a Puddy CatMinor Leaguers will they be at the forefront of CBA discussions$10 million plus salaried player may have different interests than the Minor LeaguersRule 5 Draft – need more flexibility and increase playRoster Size – 27 man roster throughout the entire season would give more Minor Leaguers the opportunity to make it to the showArbitration – can that period of time be shortenedNew blood at MLBPA leadership may change the conversation and animosity The executive board of the MLBPA has 72 slots, 38 belonging to big leaguers, 34 to minor leaguersTony Clark exiled – where might he land in the futureWhat improprieties may have taken place with Clark & MLBPA moneyIs the 2027 season secureABS – Balls & Strikes systemAggression of MLB managers have decreasedSubstance Angel Hernandez brought attitude to the gameMLB owners what losses will they lose if they hand over their network games to MLB, YES Network & YankeesPricing on MLB streaming packages Angels not broadcasting Spring TrainingMike Trout being put back on the field – increasing possibility of injuryFan Fest Block Party & Season Ticket HoldersConsider a mid-season Fan Fest during All-Star week Jacob Melton – Kevin Cash compares Melto to Yandy DiazWBC is just around the corner – Canada & USA playing hockey in the OlympicsManuel Rodriguez is the only Tampa Bay Ray on 60 day ILCBA – need to be cognizant – No Downside for the ownersUS Tax system is made to protect billionaire owners for any lossesOwners are the Fat kid on the CBA seesawJack visits the museum and shares his criticism of Rays choices for the outfieldRays Outfielder gone: Chandler Simpson, Cameron Misner, Jake Mangum, Cameron Misner, Josh Lowe Rays New Outfield includes: Ryan Vilade Jake Fraley and Jacob MeltonExpect Jacob Melton to grow on peopleStrong infield hitters – Jonathan Aranda, Junior Caminero, Yandy DiazAlso expect good hitting support from Johnny DeLuca & Jake Fraley & Jake MangumIt is more about Run Production – 2026 Rays are meant to be ON Base, not a home run Special Thanks to Ryan Woodward of the IWBC, Women in Baseball Week & Merrie Fidler from the AAGPBL – All-American Girls Professional Baseball LeagueThanks for listening to BaseballBiz On Deck - www.baseballbizondeck.com Like & subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, & at www.baseballbizondeck.com Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social
The drafting public seems to be fed up with Corey Seager's injuries! Three big names in Mookie Betts, Rafael Devers and Austin Riley are falling. What about Ozzie Albies and Jonathan Aranda? 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/ 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
We did not plan to go all Florida in this episode but you can't fight the rankings. For the Rays, Pottymouth picks Jonathan Aranda of the excellent qHAR and Kirk friendship, and Patti goes sexy defense and trustworthy babysitter Carson Williams. For MIA, Pottymouth selects Jakob Marsee and his good luck travelling pack, and Patti picks former Oriole Connor Norby, maybe just to tell a call up story. You knew it was coming, buckle up for the Venezuela rant. MLB had no plan and team statements are few and far between. Pottymouth has shared this googlesheet of Venezuelan players so you are able to track their statements as they happen. There's not enough police blotter in the world to contain Lenny Dykstra. And we crosstrain with basketball, salsa, and Olympic hockey.We say,”I did a deep dive, because, salsa lessons,” “does he not know how to spell OnlyFans?” and “how do you do that without stretching?” Fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith, get boosted, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available! They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.
Keep or Kut - Pete (@PeteBBaseball) took part in the Pitcher List Podcast Network mock draft in Octobter. This week, Chad Young (@chadyoung) grills Pete (nicely) on his strategy, his picks, what went well, what didn't, and what he learned. Along the way, they try to bring in some keeper league thoughts, as well.1:40 - What makes a draft like this different from a keeper draft - and what makes this draft particularly unique?11:09 - Picking 11th, Pete made a tactical choice to wait on pitching, knowing he could get his ace at 14, landing Fernando Tatis, Jr. and Paul Skenes.17:43 - At the 3/4 turn, Pete went bat-arm again, this time maybe reaching for a bat he loves (Roman Anthony) and taking an unexpected 2nd ace who fell (Yoshinobu Yamamoto)23:21 - Pitching keeps falling so in the 5th and 6th, Pete ends up with a third ace in Max Fried and fills SS with Bo Bichette.29:24 - Are we feeling different about Bichette in keepers vs. redraft?31:37 - In the 7th and 8th, Pete is feeling good about his three-headed ace and is looking for bats to strengthen his offense. He finds Brandon Lowe and Eugenio Suarez at two relatively weak positions.37:34- Among a run of hitters joining Pete's team, Pete takes his first closer, and opts for Aroldis Chapman over Cade Smith, then follows that up with Spencer Torkelson in the 10th, Michael Harris in the 11th and Teoscar Hernandez in the 12th.50:48 - Pete jumps back in the pitching market adding Tanner Bibee and Emmet Sheehan over a slew of other pitchers going in this range, before grabbing Kenley Jansen at the end of a closer run.55:54 - On the other side of the turn after Jansen, Pete grabs Luis Robert, Jr., one of a number of buy-low bounce backs (too many, perhaps) he grabbed in this draft. Then he adds Jonathan Aranda and Mackenzie Gore, who really shouldn't be buy-lows.1:02:06 - Pete closes out with a high upside play (Munetaka Murakami), his starting C (Drake Baldwin), a couple additional SP (Parker Messick and Brayan Bello), and a guy whose second half was better than you think (Christian Walker).1:11:44 - A quick look at a few players who went undrafted but could be interesting.Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Join Darren (@doceisenhauer) and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they discuss the World Series as it heads into Game 6 in Toronto and news around the league and Prospects Live. The guys break down the Marlins and Rays organizations in this podcast and highlight the players you should be focused on in your dynasty leagues. Check out this podcast for the dynasty buys and sells, prospects to invest in a discussion on the direction of each of these franchises.Marlins players discussed: Eury Perez, Agustin Ramirez, Kyle Stowers, Thomas White, Robby Snelling, Aiva Arquette, Jakob Marsee, Ryan Weathers, Noble Meyer, Kemp Alderman, Xavier Edwards, Max Meyer, PJ Morlando, Starlyn Caba, Max Acosta, Karson Milbrandt,Rays players discussed: Junior Caminero, Ryan Pepiot, Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz, Carson Williams, Jonathan Aranda, Josh Lowe, Chandler Simpson, Xavier Isaac, Aidan Smith, Brody Hopkins, Tre' Morgan, Joy Boyle, Brayden Taylor, Jackson Baumeister, Edwin Uceta
Before we get to our preseason sleepers and breakouts, the Yankees have officially been eliminated (2:30). ... The player we were most wrong about this season was Pete Crow-Armstrong (4:55). ... News (17:35): Jackson Chourio keeps battling this hamstring injury. ... Who were the sleepers we got most right before the season (21:20)? ... Chris is the catcher whisperer (28:34)! ... The preseason hate for Jesus Luzardo went too far (34:45). ... Who were the sleepers we got wrong (40:25)? ... What went wrong with Kristian Campbell and Bowden Francis (43:48)? ... Let's talk breakouts we got right (48:20). ... Jonathan Aranda and Kris Bubic played well outside of injury (52:20). ... Tyler Soderstrom made the most of his opportunity (56:20). ... Let's wrap up with breakouts we got wrong (57:35). ... Lawrence Butler turned out to be a letdown (1:00:22). ... Jasson Dominguez faded and Spencer Schwellenbach's elbow couldn't hold up (1:04:57). Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv 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/ 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
Guests: Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement, pitchers Jeff Hoffman and Eric Lauer As the Blue Jays prepare to play in the American League Division Series for the first time since 2016, we take you back onto the field in the wake of their division-clinching win Sunday. Ernie Clement is the poster boy for the Jays' cast of unsung heroes and versatile contributors, and he joins us to talk about his multiple roles over the course of the season and how his flexibility was once again put on display by playing three different positions in Sunday's season finale. Eric Lauer may have saved the season by stabilizing the pitching staff when he was called up at the end of April, and he had the ball in his glove when the season ended, stepping on first to retire Tampa Bay's Jonathan Aranda for the final out. He talks about bouncing back from a 2024 in which he got released by two major-league organizations and wound up pitching in South Korea, and what he's doing with the ball from the 27th out. Closer Jeff Hoffman was on the National League East champion Philadelphia Phillies last season, who also got a first-round bye, and we talk to him about what the Jays will do with five days off and how the break could affect them in the next round. All that, plus we open up the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca for your questions and comments!
Rays Season Wrap-Up RaysUpRays fall out of playoff contention but improve draft positionPhillies clinch NL East; Brewers, Dodgers, Blue Jays all in tight division racesGlass-half-full outlook as younger players gain valuable experience under pressureSpotlight on Montgomery Biscuits in the Southern League playoffsHomer Bush Jr., Ledbetter, Brody Hopkins, Will Simpson, and TJ NicholsRays and Brewers' player development approaches Rays' history of sending prospects to Australia's Perth Heat New Perth Heat manager Perry Roth, formerly with the River Dogs & Hot RodsRays who benefited from ABL: Kiermaier, Caminero, Brosseau Electric Puerto Rican Heritage Night atmosphereSurrounded by Blue Jays fans behind Visitors' dugoutEase of parking and access tSpotting Kevin KiermaierRays co-presidents, Auld & Silverman moving into advisory rolesRob Manfred's “clean slate” for the stadium hunt Evaluating Erik Neander's tenure and future Erik could lead the Rays to their first World Series Yandy Díaz's consistent excellenceBalancing young talent - Trey Morgan, Jonathan Aranda & others in the lineupNeed to find power bats & maintaining defensive standards Trade for controllable players vs risky free-agent signingsRyan Pepiot's recent struggles with control and late-season fatigue. Comparing his development path to Chris Archer's early yearsWhy Mat still sees Cy Young potential and a future Rays rotation core with Shane Baz and Drew RasmussenUpcoming Guests - authors Lou Schiff and Jane Leavy CBA negotiations - baseball's financial landscape is rapidly changingReflecting on the Mets' late-season collapseBlake Snell Trade Tree - Rays add Cole Wilcox to the 40-man rostero How Wilcox's shift from starter to reliever revived his careero What his AAA stats suggest about his future bullpen roleo The winding path of Isiah Kiner-Falefao Chandler Simpson's wall-robbing catch and his underrated offensive growtho Finalized trade sending Jose Caballero to Yankees for Marshall Tooleo Outfield depth rising: Brailer Guerrero, Theo Gillen, Brenner Summerhill, Colton Ledbetter, Homer Bush Jr.Tropicana Field & Stadium - Roof repairs progressing; turf replacement nexto Q&A on 2007 Hillsborough County survey on stadium location and fundingo Retractable roof debate and evolving fan expectationsBright Spots & Looking Aheado Rays pitching pipeline: Ian Seymour, Joe Boyle, and moreo Nick Fortes behind the plate as a key additiono A system stacked with talent as new ownership arrivesStadium & Tropicana Field UpdatesRoof repairs underway; new turf installation planned for spring training.2007 Hillsborough County survey results on stadium location and funding revealed.League & Ownership LandscapeMat hints at changing financial structure and upcoming CBA negotiationsRays' $1.7B sale despite uncertain stadium future shows franchise value growth. Fan interference stories from recent games.Will Bill & Ted and/or Jimmy Kimmel be future guests or are we just “Waiting for Godot”You can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps
Season Perspective ShiftReflects on changing expectations — from World Series hopes to just aiming for .500.The Rays' season to running with a persistent side stitch: fatigue, inconsistency, and frustration.Hitting Development ConcernsRays' persistent issue developing hitters in the minors.Lack of homegrown impact bats compared to players like Yandy Díaz and Junior Caminero (both acquired from Cleveland).Call for a full review of the hitting development pipeline from A-ball through AAA.Catcher Development StrugglesCatcher development cited as a long-time organizational weakness.Current options: Feduccia, Fortes, and top prospect Dom Keegan.Potential position flexibility: Feduccia as a backup 1B if Yandy departs.Rays' Current Roster & InjuriesImpact of losing Jonathan Aranda late in the season.Encouragement from Carson Williams' growth.Rays' financial flexibility after shedding contracts like Ha-Seong Kim's.Core of 12 players under 27 on the 40-man — cheap and controllable talent.Kyle Tucker Injury NewsTucker hits the IL; possible shoulder concerns impacting his free agency.Discussion of injury secrecy and how it affects players' futures.Chicago Series TalkJosh Lowe's HR and RBI despite a tough defensive momentHRs from Tristan Gray, Richie Palacios, and LowePraise for Tristan Gray's progress and versatilityShoutout to Jake Mangum's continued strong playWhite Sox young bright spots: Montgomery and Kyle TeelWhite Sox Future UncertaintyStadium/ownership questions looming.Possibility of relocation if new stadium plans fail.Mat floats potential markets (Nashville, Portland, Montreal, Salt Lake City).Rays Ownership UpdateStu Sternberg likely to remain a minority owner during transition.Involvement of Orlando and Jacksonville investors.Need for Stu's experience navigating Tropicana lease and Wander Franco contract issues.Wander Franco UpdateReported to be in a clinic dealing with mental health concerns.Discussion of legal and visa obstacles for an MLB return.Potential path playing in Caribbean leagues instead.Mariners' Magical AttemptA Mariners fan hires an Etsy witch (“Spell by Luna”) for $19.99 to break their losing streak.Reflections on baseball superstition, rituals, and karma.Joe Maddon's history of thinking outside the box (like bringing in Seminole medicine man Bobby Henry).Rays Playoff Reality CheckRays lagging behind in AL Wild Card standings (Yankees, Red Sox, Mariners, Rangers, Guardians, Royals ahead).Brutal upcoming schedule: Cubs, then 7 games vs. Blue Jays and 3 vs. Red SoxMat doubts the Rays can catch up, citing struggles vs. those opponentsMariners' struggles on the road might be only hope for Rays to sneak in2026 ChangesRays need major changes to player development — especially hitters & catchers.Ownership shift could bring new vision and spending flexibility.Rays, Minor league team Bowling Green Hot Rods are making a run for the championshipHot Rods championship games on Thurs, Sept 11 & Friday, Sept 12 https://www.milb.com/bowling-green/tickets/single-game-ticketsYou can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps
Griffin Jax comes on Taj Bradley traded Twins are Kryptonite to Rays during Trade DeadlinesFans should be ecstatic - keeping Brandon Lowe, Pete Fairbanks & Yandy DiazRays gave up 3 pieces for a catcher Expected Tristan Gray was going to be called up Dealing Jose Cabaellero to the Yankees not happy to see his speed moving to New YorkLove for the Yankees not magnifiedgames with Yankees lost 3 in 4 game series4 players pulled from the game 3 from injuries & one sent to Yankees dugoutWho's On First - Aranda, Brandon Lowe, Matt Thaiss - what will it look like when Ha-Seong Kim returnsDoes Matt Thaiss stay with the team Ben Rortvedt value for tradeBrent Rucker was given a shot wiith the A'sNo big guns coming up from the minorsHunter Feduccia will bring more strength and power to the teamKyle Snyder & Chad Mottola Duncan David has amped up his velocity and locationWhat does the future hold with Adrian HauserRasmussen & Hauser sub 3.0 ERA could be the post-season game pitchersAndrew Kittredge moves Carlos Correa - $200 million dollar man returns to Houston AstrosJesus Sanchez , another X-Ray moves to AstrosSerAnthony Dominguez Orioles to Blue JaysAnd you though Danny Jansen felt bad Jose Caballero moved mid game to Yankees dugoutx-Rays - Charlie Morton leaves Orioles for his old Astros coach AJ Hinch. Charlie brings veteran leadership and confidence to the dugout that will instill energy for the teamWhat's happening with the Red Sox at the Trade deadline this yearWhat will Alex Cora do with the Red SoxBlue Jays were a flat performance in trades exception is DomínguezSerAnthony Dominguez will strengthen the Red Sox teamAndrew Kittredge moves from O's to CubsCaballero will improve the YankeesHa-Seong Kim will be returning soonYoniel Curet & Duncan David could be moving upTwins are the kryptonite for Rays during trade deadlinesJax has the chance to be a closer as an elite pitcherFans should be ecstatic as Rays are keeping Brandon Lowe, Yandy Diaz & Pete Fairbanks for close to a decade with each playerIf you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com
¡Desde la alfombra roja del MLB All-Star Game 2025! Tuvimos el honor de reencontrarnos con Jonathan Aranda, quien sigue creciendo como figura clave de los Tampa Bay Rays y como embajador del talento mexicano en Grandes Ligas.
Carson Mead - Hot in AAA lets see what you can do – Future 30/30 guyMoving Taylor Walls to Shortstop and would be very attractive to other teamsChandler Simpson, Jake Mangum & Carson Williams speed“Speed doesn't slump” - John GibbonsRays picking taller players – Glasnow, SnellTaller pitchers “don't have as much lag between the push and the landing.”22 picks of 2025 Rays Draft picks, none or under 6' 2” including a 6' 5” catcherTall catchers with rocket arms can throw from their kneesAlex Faedo is still in rehabTampa Bay Rays speedsters – Stolen bases comparisons between Carl Crawford, Caballero & SimpsonChandler Simpson is changing the way pitchers pitch to the RaysSimpson gives 100% all of the timeThe Rays will continue to look at players who have speed around the basesWill a faster Tre' Morgan be the future Yandy Diaz?Will Rays bet on developing their own young players or look outsideRelievers and Closers select your pitcher with the opposing teamYoniel Curet & Shane McClanahan might join us in SeptemberBringing on Baker to the Rays, backup options for FairbanksRed Sox & Alex Cora's Ipads checking out the Rays relieving pitchersBaseball is a game of deceptionRays Starters are burnt out – increased pitch counts & speed trendMason Englert & Joe Boyle coming out of the penWhere is Louis Head?Rays pitching needs to develop more secondary pitches especially as they age into the game, including Kevin Gausman & Chris BassitGlasnow would terrorize batters if he had a larger variety of pitchers Rich Hill, Bartolo Colón & Charlie Morton are still in the game because they love it. These veterans raise up the young players on the teamRob Manfred rides Ozzy's Crazy Train to the White House & now the president wants to be commissioner by renaming Cleveland GuardiansPresident was unable to purchase Indians years ago & now wants to change the Guardians name back to Indians – Native Americans are clamoring for the change – so says the white houseWithholding federal funds for a stadium from Washington Commanders unless they change their name back to RedskinsHarvard v Columbia MLB has instructed foreign players to carry their papers with them while traveling with the teamOzzy Osbourne takes us out to the ball game https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TPYI_Y3pWw
In today's over/under Casey Warner sets the lines on Brandon Lowe games played this eason, Jonathan Aranda's RBI total for 2025, total bases for Chandler Simpson tonight, Taj Bradley strikeouts tonight, Chris Godwin's games played in 2025 and how many catches Emeka Egbuka could have in 2025.
Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays All-Stars Brandon Lowe, Jonathan Aranda, Junior Caminero, & Drew Rasmussen as well as infielder Curtis Mead, & prospect Xavier Isaac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All-Star gameJunior Caminero came in 2nd to Cal Raleigh in Home Run Derby2025 All Star game was entertaining Clayton Kershaw mic'ed up on the moundLet's mic up the 3rd & 1st base coaches for every game3 Rays at the game, Drew Rasmussen, Jonathan Aranda & Junior CamineroRasmussen history of 3x arm injuries & he continues to play a great gameABS system with Tarik Skubal pitching to Manny MachadoHow will we see ABS being used in the future The last taboo & MLB rule crossing may be the ABS, Is this the last major rule change that we can expect?Rays new home – Tampa Councilman says Darryl Shaw is open to building in YborSecond hand news – $1.7 billion Where do the Yankees land if the Rays take over George Steinbrenner FieldRule 52 – Proximity of team locations with Yankees Single A & Tampa Bay RaysTip of the cap to Rays' Stuart Sternberg on working with the community over the yearsStu's a genius at building a front office that others owners have tried to replicatePittsburgh Pirate fans would love to have Stu as their ownerStu brought youth into the Rays with Grit & Glow The Rays were credited with getting one of the top 3 draft resultsRays have used a very specific approach to the draft - Start with Heavy hitters at the top and then onto the pitchersExpect to see more of the 2021 Rays Draft class begin to emerge in The ShowShort term extensions on top talent like Drew Rasmussen Draft picks have included Taitn Gray & Brendan SummerhillIt's a long path in baseball – Josh Lowe's early struggles but evolved Women in Baseball Week & Ryan Woodward upcoming features of Women Sue Zipay of the AAGPBL passes away – a true force in woman's baseballSue continues to be the motivation for so many to grow the game of women in baseball much like the Caballo Blanco story – Ultra runner – “Born to Run” – legacy continuesPrep for 4 games with Rays & YankeesYou can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps
Rays facing the Detroit Tigers Jake Mangum has Joey Wendle energy and commitmentArozarena & Siri had a lackadaisical approach & sometimes spottyMangum, Chandler Simpson & Meisner showing up with strong rookie performancesVeterans energized by the rookie players22 year-old, Junior Caminero hit 22 Home Runs6th & 7th hitters hitting above 300Rays are Strong defensivelyHow aggressive will the Rays be at MLB Trade DeadlineWhere will the Rays add Shane McClanahan on the horizon, playing in the FCLDrew Rasmussen as an opener role with Joe BoyleWhat becomes of the reliever role Blue Jays Pitching Piggyback model – 4 inning pitchers - Noah Syndergaard and Aaron Sanchez & 1 inning closerYoniel Curet is back in AA, when will we see him returnMLB All-Star, Rays in the game, Jonathan Aranda, Brandon Lowe & Junior Caminero All-Star Game snubs – Juan Soto – How much do you need to pay a player to get into the All-Star gameAl Pujols notes on high salaries and pressure of performanceMLB All-Star player selection rules https://www.mlb.com/news/all-star-game-roster-rules-faq-c239654292Add more variety to All-Star game beyond Home Run DerbyClocking speeds contest versus potential hamstring injuriesRecently Retired players going against the prospectsAUSL – Athletes United Softball League – talent from Oklahoma, USF, KentuckyTryouts for WPBL - https://www.womensprobaseballleague.com/2025/07/02/womens-pro-baseball-league-announces-historic-2025-tryouts-at-nationals-park-in-washington-d-c/Stadiums - Why hasn't baseball utilized commonalities in men and women's fieldsMLB could create an opportunity to grow by sharing fields & stadiumsWould MLB team owners like to get in on the ground floor of Women's BaseballDurham ownership and Sue Zipay with the development of women's baseballfrom the As If department - Mark's offers from the new Rays ownership as broadcaster & also offer as a GM Nationals looking for a new manager Mike Rizzo could rejuvenate a rudderless Rockies organizationChaim Blooms work with Red Sox is now bearing fruit Nationals are losing a Manager, a GM & a Broadcaster, Bob CarpenterCarpenter discussed need for local broadcasters be involved in post-season gamesWhy is the MLB Draft going to be a dud. Not like the NHL Draft which has last minute action with trades with current team playersWill MLB treat their teams like grown-ups?Draft Day movieInside Edition of MLB Draft Day - What if they had cameras live in the MLB offices during Wimbledon Screw-up, Someone failed to turn on the system that was to replace the line judges. Compare to potential with MLB ASB & ReplaysYou can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps
In today's over/under Casey Warner sets the lines on Junior Caminero's RBI total at the end of the season, Jonathan Aranda's batting average, Zack Little's out total tonight vs the Tigers, the red hot Tigers and Blue Jays' win totals at the end of the season and Mike Evans' Hard Rock TD total for 2025.
¡Listos los Rosters para el juego de Estrellas! 3 mexicanos estarán en Atlanta para el clásico de Verano: Alejandro Kirk, Andrés Muñoz y Jonathan Aranda. Cal Raleigh arrasando, y con miras al Home Run Derby. Toronto reclamando el Este, los casos del All-Star Game ¡Y MÁS!¡Síguenos en redes sociales! https://www.instagram.com/pelotaenorbita https://x.com/Pelotaenorbita https://www.facebook.com/pelotaenorbita https://www.tiktok.com/@pelotaenorbita
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays' Brandon Lowe and Jonathan Aranda making the All-Star Game while Junior Caminero was snubbed. Plus the Rays get walked off twice over the weekend as the bullpen is struggling and the US loses to Mexico in the Gold Cup Final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss how the Rays became the hottest team in baseball, the development of players like Jonathan Aranda and Junior Caminero, the starting pitching and what to do with Taj Bradley and when can you expect to see Shane McClanahan and Ha-Seong Kim play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No shock that Ohtani & Judge led the fan All-Star voting but there are some legit seasons that were left off. We give love to Elly De La Cruz, Jonathan Aranda, and James Wood who will be All-Stars (we hope) but deserved more love from the voters. Plus, Case talks about he and Carlos Mendoza's mutual love for charging like buffalo's! Sound weird? Make sure to check out the show for what that crazy statement means. Full Youtube Broadcast here:https://youtu.be/qMicKnNj7sc BetOnline is The World's Most Trusted Betting Platform and your #1 source for all your sports betting action! Baseball season is in full swing, and we're into the home stretch for NBA and NHL Playoffs has more ways to stay in on the action with the latest odds, news and scores, even LIVE in-game betting while the games are being played. With the largest selection of odds on everything from the MLB, NHL and UFC, BetOnline remains the #1 online source for all your sports wagering info. In between games head over to the BetOnline Casino with all the top Vegas style Games, including Poker and Live Casino! BetOnline - The Game Starts Here!
New ownership of the Tampa Bay Rays on the horizonFlorida Developer, Patrick Zalupski – Jacksonville Real Estate Developer, Dream Finders Homes Ken Babby - Founder & CEO, Fast Forward Sports Group & Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – Triple A team for the Miami Marlins & the Akron RubberDucks – Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardiansan informed and experienced mind to the ownership & front office2 business guys from New York invested in 2 teams years agoJeffrey Loria purchased Marlins for $160 million funded in part by selling the Expos for $120 million to MLB Loria built a Marlins stadium and later sells the team for $1.2 billionStu Sternberg bought the Rays for $200 million did not build a stadium & is now selling the Rays for $1.7 billion. Stu's deal will be more profitable than what Loria got for the MarlinsTampa Mayor, Jane Castor supportive of Rays in TampaCould City of Tampa aid new owners with reduced rates for services & lighter taxesNaming rights of the new stadium could cover many of the costs$1.7 billion a smidge more than the Orioles purchase price2 Expansion teams on the horizon with a $2 billion price tag per teamWill Stu become part of the Montreal Ownership Group Mat's "tip of the hat" to Stu Stu's Rays won the fifth most games in MLB during his tenure while building 1.5 billion in equityWhat will the front office look like without Stu at the helmReflect on Anthopoulos after new ownership with the Toronto Blue JaysWill Erik Neander still govern the team with new ownershipWill the new owners work with St. Pete on the Trop leaseIs Ybor Rays stadium possible see - Developer Darryl Shaw, Tampa Bay Sun unveil Ybor Harbor soccer stadium plan https://bit.ly/40fUn5FRangers & Royals new owners have been willing to spend money, how will the new owners spend with the RaysPart of the Rays value is a strong group of young players in the farm systemHow do you transfer Wander Franco's contract to the new owners with this saleJunior Caminero - will the new Rays owners develop a strong contract with him.Will Grit & Glow go to be replaced with Ybor Cigars & Cuban SandwichesMarch to the World Series with new music “Stomps & Claps”Rays have been strong over the last 25 gamesAll-Star candidates for the Rays, Jonathan Aranda & Brandon Lowewill the new owners offer an extended contraction Jonathan Aranda Rafael Devers traded to the Giants – what does it mean – where is the valueBoston still has Alex BregmanRed Sox fans on Blue Sky are upset with the Devers moveBoston fans need to reflect on how this trade increases their pitching depth with the 2 new prospects. Shane Baz & Tyler Glasnow trade exampleDevers & Adames teaming up together with the GiantsRafael Devers trade – Big Papi's takeHow did Alex Cora work with Devers prior to this tradeComing back, Shane McClanahan, Richie Palacios, Ha-Seong Kim & Nate LavenderRob Manfred need Rays deal to go through to start building an MLB expansionAll Rays minor league affiliates are above 500If you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps & to Helen Glennon for her shared news discovery with the show
Do you start Shane Baz with two starts after his recent struggles? Michael Wacha and Matthew Liberatore are two-start pitchers to add and stream. Jonathan Aranda and TJ Friedl lead the sleeper hitters for Week 8. 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
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Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda, Bullpen Coach Jorge Moncada, Director of Major League Equipment & Clubhouse Operations Tyler Wall & FanDuel Sports Network Analyst Brian Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wins Above Fantasy – Van Burnett (@Van_Verified) and Steve Gesuele (@stav8818) discuss early season breakouts and determine if they are legit or simply hot stretches. Intro 0:00 Tyler Soderstrom 4:00 Jonathan Aranda 15:09 Ben Rice 21:55 Luke Keaschall 27:23 Noelvi Marte 32:25Matthew Liberatore 43:12 Jake Irvin 50:00 Landen Roupp 56:00 Kris Bubic 1:01:02 Max Meyer 1:07:32
Early in season at bottom of AL EastBaltimore Orioles & Cincinnati Reds – O's lose 24 to 2Not Charlie Morton's Day Wrexham A.F.C. comparisonMax Fried is bringing the fire – almost No-HitterCatchers & Pitcher BatteryCatcher value measurementsArm StrengthPop Time – Caught StealingBlockingFramingPitcher not shaking off calls from catcher, Yanier Molina Fangraphs – effective defensive ratingDanny Jansen, 1st year with Rays, great blocker & building rapport with pitchersRays not catching opponents from stealing basesImportance of Framing metric decreases with electronic strike zoneSalvador Perez – Kansas City Royals catcherTres Barrera & Logan DriscollBaseball Savant measure catcher framing & strike zoneRays catchers rank 50th & 51stWhy is Jonathan Aranda not showing up higher in the lineupTaylor Walls, switch hitting talent questionedRays Roster Crunch – Palacios, Montes, Caballero, Josh Lowe, Tre MoranTrade Brandon Lowe to Mariners for Harry FordTre MorganMoving on from Randy Arozarena, they moved on from Zach EffinrrrrrrMoving a franchise player like Brandon Lowe, Kevin Kiermaier & LongoriaEvan Longoria could bring a strong aggressive approach as a coach for the teamThe question to Eric Neander and his group “Who is our core”Sign Junior Caminero to a long-term extensionFast Bat Speed – 78.7 mph – bat speed – Junior Caminero exceeds Judge & OhtaniMove Yandy Diaz to Reds who need a first baseman since Joey Votto leftRays have an outstanding outfield core throughout all of the Rays organizationWhat's happening with Curtis MeadNHL playoffsStanley Cup – at which point do that stop adding winning team tiersTampa ChampionshipsTampa Baseball Museum event with Larry Rothschild, Joe Maddon & Rick VaughnRays this year looks like Astros of last year, who started slow and grew strongerWill the away games strengthen the teamSmelling the frustration of Kevin CashRays have the talent and potential to, to fight backCharleston River Dogs are one of the hottest minor league teamJust a reminder, if you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social. You may also find Baseball Biz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot comSpecial Thanks to XTaKe-R-U-X for the music Rocking Forward,
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Are we using Aaron Nola and Robbie Ray with two starts? Jose Quintana is a two-start pitcher to add and stream next week. Luis Severino and David Festa have great matchups. Jonathan Aranda and Taylor Ward lead the sleeper hitters for Week 5. 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
Greg and Brendan discuss the hot start by the San Diego Padres, Jacob deGrom's early struggles, and Jonathan Aranda and Tyler Soderstrom's exceptional offensive performances.Intro music: Strangers - Seven Lions, Myon, Shane 54, Tove LoOutro music: Buzzing - Audien, Nevve
Shane Baz sure looks like he's breaking out. The Rays put up 16 runs on Monday night. Jonathan Aranda continues to mash. Is Tanner Houck an insta drop after getting crushed by the Rays? 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
Fantasy Baseball BeatThe guys discuss ballpark changes and tendencies, players changing teams, and bullpen decisions. After some behind the curtain details are discussed, four ballparks are discussed:Sutter Health Park - The AthleticsWhat can we expect offensively in the new ballpark?What were the minor-league tendencies there?Should we expect a big change?Are we in on Lawrence Butler and Brent Rooker?Camden Yards - Baltimore OriolesWhat is the most important thing fantasy owners should know about this change?Which hitters should receive a boost?How much do we like Tyler O'Neill, Ryan Mountcastle, and Jordan Westburg?What is Mike's strategy at first base and shortstop?Steinbrenner Stadium - Tampa Bay RaysWhat differences can we expect with this ballpark compared to Tropicana Field?Will we see more offense?Does Dave like or love Jonathan Aranda?T-Mobile Park - Seattle MarinersWhy is this ballpark such a difficult place to hit?Who else knew about their umbrella roof?What will your draft strategy be when assessing Mariners hitters and pitchers?The guys look at hitters changing ballparks:Jake BurgerMichael ConfortoPaul GoldschmidtGleyber TorresKyle TuckerMike talks about bullpens:What does the Carlos Estévez signing mean for Lucas Erceg?Is Andrés Muñoz an elite closer?How undervalued are David Bednar and Trevor Megill?Has Chris discovered a new closer that nobody else knows?Mental Health Minute - What are your favorite ballparks? Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Fantasy Baseball BeatThe guys discuss ballpark changes and tendencies, players changing teams, and bullpen decisions. After some behind the curtain details are discussed, four ballparks are discussed:Sutter Health Park - The AthleticsWhat can we expect offensively in the new ballpark?What were the minor-league tendencies there?Should we expect a big change?Are we in on Lawrence Butler and Brent Rooker?Camden Yards - Baltimore OriolesWhat is the most important thing fantasy owners should know about this change?Which hitters should receive a boost?How much do we like Tyler O'Neill, Ryan Mountcastle, and Jordan Westburg?What is Mike's strategy at first base and shortstop?Steinbrenner Stadium - Tampa Bay RaysWhat differences can we expect with this ballpark compared to Tropicana Field?Will we see more offense?Does Dave like or love Jonathan Aranda?T-Mobile Park - Seattle MarinersWhy is this ballpark such a difficult place to hit?Who else knew about their umbrella roof?What will your draft strategy be when assessing Mariners hitters and pitchers?The guys look at hitters changing ballparks:Jake BurgerMichael ConfortoPaul GoldschmidtGleyber TorresKyle TuckerMike talks about bullpens:What does the Carlos Estévez signing mean for Lucas Erceg?Is Andrés Muñoz an elite closer?How undervalued are David Bednar and Trevor Megill?Has Chris discovered a new closer that nobody else knows?Mental Health Minute - What are your favorite ballparks? Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Who is Chris' favorite sleeper (3:23)? ... Who is Scott's favorite breakout (6:18)? ... Which bust is Frank avoiding most (9:00)? ... Let's reveal our Sleepers 1.0, starting with Kristian Campbell (15:29). ... People are sleeping on Bo Bichette (18:14). ... Nick Lodolo was great before he got hurt (23:15). ... Isaac Paredes should be great in Houston (25:42). ... Why isn't there more excitement for Spencer Arrighetti (29:44)? ... Why is Scott targeting Ryan Mountcastle and Michael Conforto (33:16)? ... Who are Frank's sleepers (38:35)? ... Let's move into Breakouts 1.0 (41:53). ... Is Lawrence Butler a breakout or bust (44:10)? ... Dylan Crews has a clear opportunity (50:48). ... Bailey Ober should take the next step (52:30). ... Why is Chris in on Grayson Rodriguez and Bryan Woo (55:26)? ... Scott will never quit Jonathan Aranda (58:22). ... Who are Frank's breakouts (1:00:15)? ... Lastly, we get into our Busts 1.0 (1:03:30). ... Jacob deGrom is way overvalued (1:05:43). ... There are questions with Pete Crow-Armstrong (1:08:21). ... Mark Vientos struck out a lot last season (1:12:20). ... Why is Chris off Blake Snell and Roki Sasaki (1:14:30)? ... Who are the rest of Scott's busts (1:20:20)? 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
Caleb Durbin – more like Dustin Pedroia or Jon Berti style of player?Durbin is ElectricWhat can we expect from the Blue Jays in the AL EastBlue Jays pitching is getting older but not as dominant in past yearsWhat do they have for pitching in the minors Willy Adames encourages Corbin Burnes to join the Giants rotationsFree Agents at large – Tommy Pham, Charlie Morton, Kirby Yates, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, Many older pitchers may wait until mid-season until they sign like Roger ClemensOther pitchers still as free agents include Patrick Burnes, Jose Quintana, Sean ManaeaTampa Bay Rays need more experienced leaders for their team – Charlie Morton & Jason HeywardWizard of Oz, Rob Manfred came to Tampa BayGeorge Steinbrenner Field – Yankees Spring Training Stu Sternberg strategy for the future of the TB Rays ballpark Pinellas County Commissioner Chris Latvala loves MLB Commissioner Rob ManfredWill MLB pay the cost overruns for the new Rays Stadium and find a new owner for the Tampa Bay RaysGeorge M. Steinbrenner Field – 2025 Home Field for Tampa Bay RaysHow will a healthy Brandon Lowe, Josh Lowe & Jonathan Aranda impact the 2025 seasonJanet Marie Smith, VP of Planning & Development – Fenway, Camden Yards & Dodgers StadiumChristmas Lobster Dinner with Mat's family – plus breakfast Creamed Lobster with Scrambled EggsStrawberry Pretzel Dessert Dish Christmas favorite with Mark's familyCurt Flood's Christmas Eve letter to Bowie Kuhn – precursor to Free AgencyTed Lindsay – linchpin of the players union in Canada – another courageous player who fought for the rights of all playersCurt Flood issue with Cardinals and they did not want to pay his salaryFlood collected the first hit in a major league game in Canada. General Hospital has nothing on Major League BaseballComparing Nolan Arenado's & Curt Flood's experience with the CardinalsChristmas wishes – no blackouts of ballgamesRemember to thank those who serve us both near and far awayReminder to serve others who are in need or people who do not have someone to celebrate the holydays with.Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas. Ho, Ho, Ho,Just a reminder you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot bsky social. That's @matgermain.bsky.social or Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social
Keep or Kut - Chad (@chadyoung) and Pete (@PeteBBaseball) take a look at a slew of hitters who followed solid 2023s up with terrible (or, in some cases, just not-as-great) 2024s.7:42 - Chad's Head-to-Head Hero is Wyatt Langford to close out the season. Pete went with Jonathan Aranda.20:15 - Ronald Acuña Jr., Jose Altuve, Matt Olson, Freddie Freeman, and Corey Seager are all studs who technically took a statistical step back. Any concerns here?22:45 - Some veterans that fell from being good in 2023 to bad in 2024 were Marcus Semien, Ozzie Albies, JD Martinez, and Bo Bichette. What are we doing with this group?32:08 - What are we doing with Luis Robert Jr. after this terrible season?41:04 - Some players that kind of broke-out in 2023 were Nolan Jones, Chas McCormick, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Zack Gelof, and Christopher Morel. Their 2024s were a lot less successful.53:45 - In or out on Davis Schneider? Brandon Drury? Evan Carter? Adam Duvall? Wilmer Flores? Mitch Garver?58:56 - How early are we drafting Julio Rodriguez next year?1:00:02 - In or out on Adolis García?1:00:45 - How about Spencer Torkelson and Triston Casas?1:05:35 - Josh Lowe had an alright 2024, but it wasn't what we hoped for. What do we expect from him in 2025?Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Keep or Kut - Chad (@chadyoung) and Pete (@PeteBBaseball) take a look at a slew of hitters who followed solid 2023s up with terrible (or, in some cases, just not-as-great) 2024s.7:42 - Chad's Head-to-Head Hero is Wyatt Langford to close out the season. Pete went with Jonathan Aranda.20:15 - Ronald Acuña Jr., Jose Altuve, Matt Olson, Freddie Freeman, and Corey Seager are all studs who technically took a statistical step back. Any concerns here?22:45 - Some veterans that fell from being good in 2023 to bad in 2024 were Marcus Semien, Ozzie Albies, JD Martinez, and Bo Bichette. What are we doing with this group?32:08 - What are we doing with Luis Robert Jr. after this terrible season?41:04 - Some players that kind of broke-out in 2023 were Nolan Jones, Chas McCormick, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Zack Gelof, and Christopher Morel. Their 2024s were a lot less successful.53:45 - In or out on Davis Schneider? Brandon Drury? Evan Carter? Adam Duvall? Wilmer Flores? Mitch Garver?58:56 - How early are we drafting Julio Rodriguez next year?1:00:02 - In or out on Adolis García?1:00:45 - How about Spencer Torkelson and Triston Casas?1:05:35 - Josh Lowe had an alright 2024, but it wasn't what we hoped for. What do we expect from him in 2025?Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Keep or Kut - Chad (@chadyoung) and Pete (@PeteBBaseball) take a look at a slew of hitters who followed solid 2023s up with terrible (or, in some cases, just not-as-great) 2024s.7:42 - Chad's Head-to-Head Hero is Wyatt Langford to close out the season. Pete went with Jonathan Aranda.20:15 - Ronald Acuña Jr., Jose Altuve, Matt Olson, Freddie Freeman, and Corey Seager are all studs who technically took a statistical step back. Any concerns here?22:45 - Some veterans that fell from being good in 2023 to bad in 2024 were Marcus Semien, Ozzie Albies, JD Martinez, and Bo Bichette. What are we doing with this group?32:08 - What are we doing with Luis Robert Jr. after this terrible season?41:04 - Some players that kind of broke-out in 2023 were Nolan Jones, Chas McCormick, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Zack Gelof, and Christopher Morel. Their 2024s were a lot less successful.53:45 - In or out on Davis Schneider? Brandon Drury? Evan Carter? Adam Duvall? Wilmer Flores? Mitch Garver?58:56 - How early are we drafting Julio Rodriguez next year?1:00:02 - In or out on Adolis García?1:00:45 - How about Spencer Torkelson and Triston Casas?1:05:35 - Josh Lowe had an alright 2024, but it wasn't what we hoped for. What do we expect from him in 2025?Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus
Joe Musgrove has been money since returning (5:16). ... Gerrit Cole bounced back with a huge start (9:30). ... Jonathan Aranda has homered in three straight (11:44). ... Shohei Ohtani will not stop hitting and Reid Detmers had an awful week (16:35). ... News (21:08): the Nationals demoted CJ Abrams on Saturday. ... How might we rank Tyler Glasnow in 2025 (26:20)? ... Any interest in MacKenzie Gore and Nick Martinez in the final week (38:16)? ... How do we rank these waiver wire outfielders (49:16)? ... Start or sit pitchers like Mitch Keller, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and others (51:50)? ... Anthony Volpe is a confusing one for 2025 (1:00:38). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:04:21). 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
Eno and DVR discuss a few potential tweaks to the endgame of fantasy baseball season, which always brings a plethora of odd and challenging decisions. Plus, they look at the injury-hampered season of Rafael Devers, the second-half recovery from Eugenio Suárez, and the limited options available for the final week in draft-and-hold formats. Rundown3:53 Eno's H2H Lament6:55 What Is the Ideal Endgame in Fantasy Baseball?22:00 Rafael Devers' 2024 Season is Over29:02 Eugenio Suárez's Massive Second Half33:05 Staying Upright Until the End in Draft-and-Hold Leagues42:05 Jonathan Aranda is Pulling Us Back in with a Nice September51:59 Where the Money Went: Final Week Edition54:32 Luke Weaver's Adjustments & 2025 Closer OutlookFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR discuss a few potential tweaks to the endgame of fantasy baseball season, which always brings a plethora of odd and challenging decisions. Plus, they look at the injury-hampered season of Rafael Devers, the second-half recovery from Eugenio Suárez, and the limited options available for the final week in draft-and-hold formats. Rundown 3:53 Eno's H2H Lament 6:55 What Is the Ideal Endgame in Fantasy Baseball? 22:00 Rafael Devers' 2024 Season is Over 29:02 Eugenio Suárez's Massive Second Half 33:05 Staying Upright Until the End in Draft-and-Hold Leagues 42:05 Jonathan Aranda is Pulling Us Back in with a Nice September 51:59 Where the Money Went: Final Week Edition 54:32 Luke Weaver's Adjustments & 2025 Closer Outlook Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Download and follow Fantasy Baseball Today in 5! You can find FBT in 5 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the Audacy App and wherever else podcasts are found. Roman Anthony is knocking on the door as one of the top prospects in all of baseball. Kristian Campbell keeps improving in the Red Sox organization. Jacob Misiorowski is prepping to help the Brewers' bullpen. Scott still loves him some Jonathan Aranda. Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 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, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Roman Anthony is knocking on the door as one of the top prospects in all of baseball. Kristian Campbell keeps improving in the Red Sox organization. Jacob Misiorowski is prepping to help the Brewers' bullpen. Scott still loves him some Jonathan Aranda. Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 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, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MAILBAG EPISODE!-Should the Tampa Bay Rays add an organ player at the Trop? Are we missing something out of the ballpark experience by not having one?-Is it frustrating to see Rays starters not go deep into games like they used to a decade ago? Does this strategy overuse the bullpen? What can be done to change it if it needs to be changed?-When is Junior Caminero going to be called up? What can we expect from Jonathan Aranda once he comes back from his broken finger injury? Will that hamper his power production at the plate? Shane Baz will be on an innings limit in 2024 as he comes back from Tommy John surgery. Could a move to the bullpen help watch those innings?Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Matt McLain had shoulder surgery and could miss up to four months (3:17). ... News (10:30): Kevin Gausman is ready to go. ... Kodai Senga and Max Scherzer each played catch on Wednesday (20:30). ... Let's talk Week 1 sleepers for both the four-day lineup and the 11-day lineup (25:35). ... Bold predictions, starting with Oneil Cruz (37:35)! ... We continue on with bold predictions, next up involving Jesus Luzardo (44:14). ... We get into more bold predictions involving Jonathan Aranda, Michael Harris and more (50:45). ... We wrap up with our award predictions, division winners and World Series picks (57:50). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 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
The Tampa Bay Rays have suffered yet another injury. This time it is lefty hitter Jonathan Aranda. Aranda who has crushed AAA pitching the last 2 years was finally seeing a lane opening up for his talents in the MLB roster for the Rays. However, while doing fielding drills, he injured his middle finger. How does this affect the Opening Day roster? Are there too many righties? Will the Rays try to get more lefties in the team? Is it the golden opportunity for Curtis Mead to get at bats and cement himself in the middle of the lineup? Let us know what you think in the comments!Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the what to expect from Baker Mayfield in Liam Coen's offense as he'll be giving more control, the Rays lose Jonathan Aranda for 4-6 weeks and your mailbag questions on the Rays and Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR continue their 2024 Position Preview Series with catchers and UT-only players. From the top of the positions, to the players that might only make an impact in draft-and-hold and mono leagues (AL/NL-only), they examine the wide range of talented options all over the draft board.For this series, players are grouped by recent Average Draft Position (ADP) data from the National Fantasy Baseball Championship (NFBC).Rundown1:08 UT-Only ADP Tier 1 (Shohei Ohtani, 2024 Edition)9:42 UT-Only ADP Tier 2 (Marcell Ozuna, J.D. Martinez, Eloy Jiménez & Byron Buxton)15:51 UT-only ADP Tier 3 (Joey Meneses, Heston Kjerstad, Mark Vientos, Tyler Soderstrom & Jonathan Aranda)33:48 Catcher ADP Tier 1 (Adley Rutschman, J.T. Realmuto, Will Smith, William Contreras & Yainer Diaz)49:52 Catcher ADP Tier 2 (Salvador Perez, Cal Raleigh, Sean Murphy, Gabriel Moreno, Francisco Álvarez & Wilson Contreras)1:00:05 Catcher ADP Tier 3 (Logan O'Hoppe, Bo Naylor, Jonah Heim, Keibert Ruiz, Mitch Garver & Luis Campusano)1:10:59 Catcher ADP Tier 4 (Tyler Stephenson, Elias Díaz, Shea Langeliers, Ryan Jeffers, Danny Jansen & Alejandro Kirk)1:16:44 Catcher ADP Tier 5 (Austin Wells to Freddy Fermin, and Beyond)Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comCheck out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR continue their 2024 Position Preview Series with catchers and UT-only players. From the top of the positions, to the players that might only make an impact in draft-and-hold and mono leagues (AL/NL-only), they examine the wide range of talented options all over the draft board. For this series, players are grouped by recent Average Draft Position (ADP) data from the National Fantasy Baseball Championship (NFBC). Rundown 1:08 UT-Only ADP Tier 1 (Shohei Ohtani, 2024 Edition) 9:42 UT-Only ADP Tier 2 (Marcell Ozuna, J.D. Martinez, Eloy Jiménez & Byron Buxton) 15:51 UT-only ADP Tier 3 (Joey Meneses, Heston Kjerstad, Mark Vientos, Tyler Soderstrom & Jonathan Aranda) 33:48 Catcher ADP Tier 1 (Adley Rutschman, J.T. Realmuto, Will Smith, William Contreras & Yainer Diaz) 49:52 Catcher ADP Tier 2 (Salvador Perez, Cal Raleigh, Sean Murphy, Gabriel Moreno, Francisco Álvarez & Wilson Contreras) 1:00:05 Catcher ADP Tier 3 (Logan O'Hoppe, Bo Naylor, Jonah Heim, Keibert Ruiz, Mitch Garver & Luis Campusano) 1:10:59 Catcher ADP Tier 4 (Tyler Stephenson, Elias Díaz, Shea Langeliers, Ryan Jeffers, Danny Jansen & Alejandro Kirk) 1:16:44 Catcher ADP Tier 5 (Austin Wells to Freddy Fermin, and Beyond) Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrels Subscribe to The Athletic for just $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Download and follow Fantasy Baseball Today in 5! You can find FBT in 5 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the Audacy App and wherever else podcasts are found. When might the Cardinals give Masyn Winn a chance? Michael Busch and Jonathan Aranda continue to crush it. What's the latest on Jasson Dominguez with the Yankees? Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices