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Kyle Bradish could finally have that huge breakout in 2026! Maikel Garcia seems primed for another step forward. Could Geraldo Perdomo back up his breakout season? Why isn't there more enthusiasm for Trey Yesavage and Kris Bubic? 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
Let's hand out some ADP gifts, starting with Ben Rice (3:07). ... Michael Busch and Alec Burleson offer some first base options (7:40). ... Jackson Merrill's price is much lower than last year (12:12). ... Geraldo Perdomo will be a polarizing player (17:52). ... Jorge Polanco, Gleyber Torres and Marcus Semien are all undervalued middle infielders (21:40). ... Kyle Bradish is ready for lift off (25:52). ... Konnor Griffin and JJ Wetherholt could make an immediate impact (29:54). ... News (36:05): Ryan O'Hearn is headed to the Pirates. ... Kyle Stowers offers big power and Luke Keaschall big speed (44:23). ... Maikel Garcia could take another step forward (49:16). ... Bubba Chandler and Trey Yesavage are surprisingly undervalued (53:40). ... We wrap up with the rest of our ADP gifts (1:00:43). 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
The Royals have finally announced their flurry of moves. Isaac Collins, Nick Mears, Lane Thomas and an extension for Maikel Garcia… is that enough for this offseason?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what the Royals have gotten done and look ahead to what might still be to come. If this is it, is it enough?- What to expect from the Maikel Garcia extension.- Will Garcia improve on his '25 season?- Where Lane Thomas fits best?- Why did the Brewers make this trade?- Can Isaac Collins play every day?⁃ What more can the Royals do?
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Jake Eisenberg, voice of the Kansas City Royals, joined The Drive to discuss the Royals extension of Maikel Garcia.
Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Mets' interesting decision to sign Jorge Polanco to replace Pete Alonso at first base despite him never having played the position, the Braves signing Robert Suarez, Mike Yastrzemski, and Ha-Seong Kim, the Blue Jays paying high prices for Tyler Rogers and Cody Ponce, the Royals signing Lane Thomas, trading Angel Zerpa for Issac Collins and Nick Mears, and extending Maikel Garcia, the Tigers signing veteran relievers Kyle Finnegan and Kenley Jansen as well as Drew Anderson who has been pitching overseas.
Maikel Garcia and JJ Picollo Press Conference full 872 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:22:07 +0000 1DFR0T11fAMnHSE28TtAldMgFbemFjLU mlb,kansas city royals,society & culture Cody & Gold mlb,kansas city royals,society & culture Maikel Garcia and JJ Picollo Press Conference Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 610 Sports Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-lin
Maikel Garcia & J.J. Picollo talk to the media after the Royals signed Garcia to an extension. Mick Shaffer joins to talk Royals baseball and play Rotten Tomatoes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week's episode, we discuss a burning hot stove that saw Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz leave the Mets for the Orioles and Dodgers, and Kyle Schwarber re-signing with the Phillies. We also discuss an extension for Maikel Garcia, new homes for Robert Suarez (Braves) Jorge Polanco (Mets) Kenley Jansen (Tigers) Tyler Rogers (Blue Jays) and others, extensions for Robby Thompson, Mark Shapiro, and Stephen Vogt, Rocco Badelli joining the Dodgers front office and Don Mattingly joining the Phillies. To wrap up, we look back on the Angels 2001 draft of all pitchers.
A signing, a trade and an extension… It took a little while but the Royals finally got things moving with their offseason.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the Royals flurry of moves…- Royals sign outfielder, Lane Thomas.- Royals trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.- Are the Royals done adding outfielders?- What did the Royals gain/lose in swapping Zerpa for Mears?- Do the Royals need a left handed Reliever now?- Locking up Maikel Garcia.- What's left for the Royals to do this offseason?
A signing, a trade and an extension… It took a little while but the Royals finally got things moving with their offseason.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the Royals flurry of moves… - Royals sign outfielder, Lane Thomas.- Royals trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.- Are the Royals done adding outfielders?- What did the Royals gain/lose in swapping Zerpa for Mears?- Do the Royals need a left handed Reliever now?- Locking up Maikel Garcia.⁃ What's left for the Royals to do this offseason?
The Drive reacted to the breaking news that the Royals have signed an extension with 3B Maikel Garcia.
Maikel Garcia and Royals agree to contract extension full 681 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:04:07 +0000 Ubqa3ztvXQmJOt3bz02tfBM17nRLYXVE mlb,kansas city royals,society & culture Cody & Gold mlb,kansas city royals,society & culture Maikel Garcia and Royals agree to contract extension Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 610 Sports Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?f
Join Darren (@doceisenhauer), Kyle (@sonny_108) and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they suggest changes MLB should make as we lead up to a possible work stoppage after the 2026 season, discuss the hot stove as it starts to warm up with some trades and the new pricing structure at PLive. The guys spend the majority of the episode on the Reds and Royals and their dynasty outlooks.Reds players discussed: Elly De La Cruz, Matt McLain, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Spencer Steer, Noelvi Marte, TJ Friedl, Sal Stewart, Alfredo Duno, Steele Hall, Tyson Lewis, Cam Collier, Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo, Andrew Abbott, Chase Burns, Rhett Lowder, Brady Singer, Zach Maxwell, Luis Mey, Chase Petty, Mason MorrisRoyals players discussed: Bobby Witt Jr., Maikel Garcia, Vinnie Pasquantino, Sal Perez, Carter Jensen, Jac Caglianone, Gavin Cross, Blake Mitchell, Josh Hammond, Sean Gamble, Ramon Ramirez, Carson Roccaforte, Cole Ragans, Kris Bubic, Noah Cameron, Michael Wacha, Carlos Estevez, Lucas Erceg, Luinder Avila, David Shields, Drew Beam, Ben Kurdrna
Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. earned his second straight Gold Glove and was joined by teammate Maikel Garcia, who took the honors at third base. On the NL side, 23-year-old shortstop Masyn Winn became the youngest Cardinals player to win the award. 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
Third base was disappointing in 2025 but there might be hope (2:40). ... Let's take a look back at preseason ADP at third base (8:02). ... What's the latest with the World Series and news around the league (17:33)? ... Let's get into the Top-12 third baseman, starting with Jose Ramirez (26:35). ... Junior Caminero had a huge breakout but we do have an unknown for next season (28:55). ... We need Eugenio Suarez out of Seattle (38:07). ... Manny Machado has been consistent but is getting older (41:24). ... Maikel Garcia took a huge step forward as a hitter (44:52). ... Lenyn Sosa feels like a boom-or-bust player (46:57). ... Yes, Ernie Clement and Zach McKinstry finished as top-12 third basemen (49:20). ... It was a tale of two seasons for Alex Bregman (51:01). ... Matt Chapman was solid but also dealt with injury (56:30). ... Let's wrap up with an early look at 2026 third base rankings (58:17). 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
Should the Royals be locking up Maikel Garcia? If so what is it going to take to get a deal done?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Garcia's future with the Royals and more…- What it will take to lock up Maikel Garcia?- Is this the right time to sign Garcia?- How many Royals is the arrow still pointing up for?- Do the Royals have to trade a starting pitcher?- What to look for in the World Series?- Giants make history with their Managerial hire.
In hour 4 of new Day with SSJ the guys talk a little post season Baseball and a little about the Royals and who they think the Royals should extend first between Maikel Garcia and Vinnie Pasquantino. Also the guys talk about what to potentially do with other players on the roster before next season starts to build their team. Then SSJ, Nate, and Jake get back to the Chiefs after they are briefly joined by Todd Leabo. Next "Mike's Got This" Mike Dipasquale from DM Injury Law is on the line to give his picks for the coming weekend of football. SSJ also asks mike to “defend” or “prosecute” last week’s headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Royals have a massive 16 players eligible for arbitration. How many should the Royals keep and how many should they walk on?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the many arbitration cases to determine which players the Royals might want to save the money and move on from…- 16 Royals eligible for arbitration.- Kris Bubic coming off injury.- Is Jonathan India worth the money?- Does Michael Massey have a spot?- Multi-year deal for Maikel Garcia?- Royals cut bait with their Assistant Hitting Coaches.
The Royals Playoff hopes aren't dead but they are on life support.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what it's going to take for the Royals to make the Post-Season.- How do the Royals get to October?- Quatraro managing for the sprint?- Are the Royals lacking emotion?- Why is Cole Ragans still pitching in Omaha?- Where did the Royals Offense go?- Is leadoff Maikel Garcia's permanently?- Luinder Avila, just what the bullpen needs?
Bobby Witt Jr. becomes the youngest Royal to reach 100 career homers.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are discussing how Bobby Witt Jr. finishes the season and what he's capable of in his career.- Royals Playoff Chances.- BWJ youngest Royal to 100 Career Homers.- Flipping Yastrzemski and Jonathan India- When to bring back Jac Caglianone?- How much upside is left with Vinnie Pasquantino?- Taking their walks and hitting home runs!- Do the Royals have enough bullpen?- The value of Maikel Garcia.- Salvy is catching more.
¡La lucha por el comodín en la Liga Americana está que arde! Yankees, Mariners y Medias Rojas amanecen en triple empate por la cima de la clasificación y cada juego cuenta. Además repasamos lo más destacado de la jornada en MLB: Bryce Harper conecta 2 jonrones descomunales en triunfo de Phillies sobre Mariners. Trevor Rogers domina desde la lomita y Gunnar Henderson brilla en la ofensiva de Orioles vs Red Sox. Freddy Peralta llega a 15 victorias y Cerveceros blanquean a Cubs. Paul Skenes poncha a 8 en victoria de Piratas sobre Blue Jays. Tigres destrozan a Astros con 4 HR y una joya de Jack Flaherty. Warming Bernabel deja en el terreno a Dodgers con hit de oro para Rockies. Mike Yastrzemski, Vinnie Pasquantino y Maikel Garcia conectan HR respaldando a Michael Wacha en triunfo de Royals sobre Rangers.Conviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/con-las-bases-llenas-podcast-de-beisbol--2742086/support.
The Drive reacted to the breaking news that Maikel Garcia and Carlos Estevez have been added to the All Star game roster.
Logan discusses the MLB All-Star team selections and the snubbing of Maikel Garcia.
The longtime TV broadcaster for the Blues is let go... and Maikel Garcia finally gets the All-Star nod!
Jac Caglianone advanced Maikel Garcia in a clutch time in the ball game last night. Dusty said it was his best moment yet. We then discuss Spags telling Burrow he's the best other than Mahomes.
The Drive discussed the Royals getting two All-Stars, but were frustrated by the snub of 3B Maikel Garcia.
Andy and Brenden talk about what needs to happen immediately for the Cardinals' rotation after a tough weekend in Chicago. They also discuss Mizzou football missing on two high school recruits in a row over the weekend. Plus, Under The Bus to MLB's All-Star choices over Maikel Garcia...
Andy has a huge problem with who got picked to the All-Star Game over Maikel Garcia... Plus, an unfortunate injury at Wimbledon.
Emmet Sheehan made his return and looked good (3:02)! ... Time to drop Taj Bradley (9:18)? ... Nick Kurtz is finding his groove (11:49). ... Is Chris Sale a Hall of Famer (15:30)? ... News (21:17): it's confirmed that Cole Ragans has a rotator cuff strain. ... Stash Chase Burns over Bubba Chandler (27:42)? ... Let's do a little waiver wire 'Would You Rather' (31:47)! ... Any interest in these deep-league waiver wire pitchers (39:25)? ... Let's talk rankings questions regarding Maikel Garcia, Ranger Suarez and others (41:25). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (58:31). 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
Is it time for the Royals to lock up Maikel Garcia to a contract extension?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the pros and cons to signing Maikel Garcia long term, plus…- Has Maikel Garcia proven himself worthy of an extension?- Garcia is what longterm?- What's the Royals record need to be to sell? Buy?- The Royals vs. the New York Blogger.- How much better is Salvy with rest?- Salvy's numbers are what at the end of the year?- Will we see Cole Ragans again this year?- Rays selling for $1.7B means what for the Royals?
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.
Jazz Chisholm is irked by how hard he was tagged by Maikel Garcia... Plus, the Knicks have moved on to their backup-backup-backup plan for head coach!
Fantasy Baseball Live – June 8, 2025 @ 3:00 pmMicrosoft Teams:Segments 1 and 2 – Review the weekend gamesAdditional topics1.Corbin Burnes announced on Saturday that he is having TJS.2.Zebby Matthews to the IL with a shoulder strain. It's unfortunate as he pitched his best game of the season on Wednesday with his first win.3.Jacob deGrom continues to shove with another great outing on Saturday. The AL is stacked with pitchers have great seasons, so it might be a stretch for him to win. But, maybe not. Can he catch the runaway winner – Kris Bubic – 5 wins, 1.43 ERA, a strikeout an inning.4.Henry Davis hit a home run last. Clearly, his MLB career has been disappointing to-date. Do you think there is more in the tank?5.WOW, Tony Gonsolin hits the IL with a sore elbow. Didn't he just have TJS. Who are your starters in Los Angeles?6.Bryce Harper hits the IL. Who gets his at-bats?7.Maikel Garcia has hit his seventh home run, along with 13 stolen bases, a .310 batting average, and a .375 on-base percentage. When can I do my victory lap? Segment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 4 – Closer ReportClose
The Drive reacted to the ESPN piece that listed Royals 3B Maikel Garcia could be a All Star for the Royals this year.
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.
Sometimes in a long season you have a breakout game. It felt yesterday like that could have been it for the Royals. 8 runs and a Salvy home run that he desperately needed to see. Opposite yard too. Had been over a month since he did that. And Garcia is pretty much automatic at lead off.
News & NotesIt was a tough week for a couple of fantasy managers as Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández and Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez led the list of names sent to the injured list. Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras broke his finger, but is just going to play through it.San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill highlights the list of players returning from the IL this week.A handful of prospects earned their MLB debuts this week, while Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter returned to the big leagues after starting the season in AAA.The Texas Rangers have made a change at their hitting coach while the Colorado Rockies and Pittsburgh Pirates are moving on from their managers. Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuScott's Top 150 Hitters ListPlate discipline and decision-making take center stage as both Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz and Chicago White Sox Luis Robert Jr. have showed marked improvement at the plate, maintaining their incredibly high ceilings while bringing up their floors – and their rankings. Get Torked, nerds! Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelsonalong with position rivals Tyler Soderstrom and Ben Rice rise in the ranks as they display that even their cold streaks are palatable. How good can Maikel Garcia be? And if Scott says Michael Busch is falling, that should probably be a red flag. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
News & NotesIt was a tough week for a couple of fantasy managers as Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández and Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez led the list of names sent to the injured list. Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras broke his finger, but is just going to play through it.San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill highlights the list of players returning from the IL this week.A handful of prospects earned their MLB debuts this week, while Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter returned to the big leagues after starting the season in AAA.The Texas Rangers have made a change at their hitting coach while the Colorado Rockies and Pittsburgh Pirates are moving on from their managers. Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuScott's Top 150 Hitters ListPlate discipline and decision-making take center stage as both Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz and Chicago White Sox Luis Robert Jr. have showed marked improvement at the plate, maintaining their incredibly high ceilings while bringing up their floors – and their rankings. Get Torked, nerds! Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelsonalong with position rivals Tyler Soderstrom and Ben Rice rise in the ranks as they display that even their cold streaks are palatable. How good can Maikel Garcia be? And if Scott says Michael Busch is falling, that should probably be a red flag. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
News & NotesIt was a tough week for a couple of fantasy managers as Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández and Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez led the list of names sent to the injured list. Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras broke his finger, but is just going to play through it.San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill highlights the list of players returning from the IL this week.A handful of prospects earned their MLB debuts this week, while Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter returned to the big leagues after starting the season in AAA.The Texas Rangers have made a change at their hitting coach while the Colorado Rockies and Pittsburgh Pirates are moving on from their managers.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListPlate discipline and decision-making take center stage as both Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz and Chicago White Sox Luis Robert Jr. have showed marked improvement at the plate, maintaining their incredibly high ceilings while bringing up their floors – and their rankings. Get Torked, nerds! Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelsonalong with position rivals Tyler Soderstrom and Ben Rice rise in the ranks as they display that even their cold streaks are palatable. How good can Maikel Garcia be? And if Scott says Michael Busch is falling, that should probably be a red flag. Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
The KC Star's Sam McDowell joins us to talk Royals, Jac Caglianone, Maikel Garcia, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have the Royals finally started to put together a playoff caliber offense to go with their outstanding pitching?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss a historic performance in Baltimore and more.- What happened in Baltimore?- Where's the confidence in Maikel Garcia now?- Has Vinnie Pasquantino found his stroke?- Is Michael Massey starting to get it together?- Could Bobby Witt Jr. be even better this year?- What's next for Noah Cameron?- Jac Caglianone keeps doing special things!- Have you heard of Asbel Gonzalez?
The Royals win in exciting and high powered fashion with a plethora of home runs in the game. Dusty says this team won't be under .500 all season!
This baseball team is cruising after yesterday. 7 home runs for the team! We talk baseball and over reactions and the holiday.
Did we get duped by Shane Baz (2:30)? ... Tanner Houck changed some things up (8:13). ... Zac Gallen likes pitching in New York, apparently (10:20). ... News (15:33): Jake Burger was demoted to Triple-A. ... Buy low or heck no (23:37)!? ... Should you sell high on Geraldo Perdomo and/or Casey Mize (31:08)? ... Gleyber Torres or Maikel Garcia (38:46)? ... We need to see more from these waiver wire pitchers (44:07). ... Let's preview Week 7 with the schedule, two-start pitchers and sleeper hitters (47:13). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:00:20). 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, @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
We like to talk about Vinnie struggling, or the outfield not pulling their weight on offense but we need to point the bright spots as well on this scorching hot team. Maikel Garcia has been a life saver and has been a spark for a team in need of one.
Garcia has been an unsung hero for this Royals team. We go through the KY derby horses in one word adn then ask our out of left field question which is what athlete had no haters in their prime?
On this week's episode, the fellas dig into the up-and-down week from the Royals, including performances from Bobby Witt Jr., Salvador Perez, Maikel Garcia, and more. Then, they play a little game of "Gimme, gimme" to discuss they want to see more and less of from the boys in blue. All topped off with a preview of this week's games! Plus, three separate tributes to Val Kilmer (he meant a lot to us!). For additional episodes, become a paid subscriber to the Royals Weekly Substack: royalsweekly.substack.com A big thank you to our sponsors: All In Physical Therapy: https://allin-pt.com/ Erick Auxier of West USA Realty: https://erickauxier.com/ Listen to the latest episode of Royals Weekly anywhere you get podcasts including … Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/royals-weekly/id1557151861 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ELyTCKp20UXva2URM02YG?si=9667a82115bb40b1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@royalsweekly And follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoyalsWeekly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/royalsweekly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/royalsweekly/ #kansascityroyals #kcroyals #royals #mlb #baseball #bobbywittjr #jaccaglianone
Eno and DVR continue their 2025 Position Preview series at third base. If the early-round options end up on the rosters of your league mates, which alternatives beyond the top-tier have the best chance to post similar production? Which players should you stay away from at their early draft-day prices, and which late options have the best paths to exceed expectations this season?Rundown1:40 ADP Tier 1 -- José Ramírez, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Austin Riley, Rafael Devers & Manny Machado17:28 ADP Tier 2 -- Mark Vientos, Jordan Westburg, Junior Caminero33:33 ADP Tier 3 -- Jake Burger, Royce Lewis, Matt Chapman, Alex Bregman, Luis Rengifo43:04 ADP Tier 4 -- Eugenio Suárez, Alec Bohm, Isaac Paredes53:06 ADP Tier 5 -- Maikel Garcia, Matt Shaw, Nolan Arenado, Josh Jung, (Willi Castro), Connor Norby, Ryan McMahon & Christopher Morel1:05:33 -- The Late, Late Third Basemen of InterestFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeShare your Positional Rankings in the HiveMind Ranks at Third Base https://forms.gle/ppuuq3MmndRhijuG6Subscribe 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 continue their 2025 Position Preview series at third base. If the early-round options end up on the rosters of your league mates, which alternatives beyond the top-tier have the best chance to post similar production? Which players should you stay away from at their early draft-day prices, and which late options have the best paths to exceed expectations this season? Rundown 1:40 ADP Tier 1 -- José Ramírez, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Austin Riley, Rafael Devers & Manny Machado 17:28 ADP Tier 2 -- Mark Vientos, Jordan Westburg, Junior Caminero 33:33 ADP Tier 3 -- Jake Burger, Royce Lewis, Matt Chapman, Alex Bregman, Luis Rengifo 43:04 ADP Tier 4 -- Eugenio Suárez, Alec Bohm, Isaac Paredes 53:06 ADP Tier 5 -- Maikel Garcia, Matt Shaw, Nolan Arenado, Josh Jung, (Willi Castro), Connor Norby, Ryan McMahon & Christopher Morel 1:05:33 -- The Late, Late Third Basemen of Interest Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Share your Positional Rankings in the HiveMind Ranks at Third Base https://forms.gle/ppuuq3MmndRhijuG6 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