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FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan highlights some possible clarity in the Yankees' and Braves' bullpens, another potential committee in Texas, an injury scare for the Angels, and young gun on the rise on Chicago's South Side.Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball
FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan reviews who can be added from the Dodgers' and Phillies' committees, a possible new committee in The Bronx, bad news out of Arizona, plus the Padres, Braves, Tigers, and some trade deadline save specs.Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) take an early look at relievers likely to be traded before the deadline. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) take an early look at relievers likely to be traded before the deadline. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) take an early look at relievers likely to be traded before the deadline.
FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan breaks down committees in LA and Philly, gives some quick updates on Atlanta and the Cubs, covers news in Texas and Detroit, and advises against rostering Rockies' relievers.Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) analyze the most legitimate breakout relievers of 2025. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) analyze the most legitimate breakout relievers of 2025. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) analyze the most legitimate breakout relievers of 2025.
FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan discusses the Justin Martinez injury in Arizona, the temporary committee in Atlanta, help arrives for the Dodgers and Rangers, and what the Helsley is happening in St. Louis? Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) determine the best bullpen in every division. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) determine the best bullpen in every division. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) determine the best bullpen in every division.
FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan covers the Giants' pivot to Camilo Doval, who could fill the void in Texas, Miami's carousel spins on, plus the Angels, Dodgers, Cubs, and Diamondbacks.Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down a crazy week of bullpen shakeups. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down a crazy week of bullpen shakeups. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down a crazy week of bullpen shakeups.
Eno & Trevor go on a reliever bonanza and talk everything reliever from the past 4 seasons to the future. They breakdown the best relievers of the past 4 years, some of the guys in the top 30, a few guys who could make the jump soon and a few players to keep an eye on in the future and what pitches make them special. Rundown1:20- Young Players that might be called up soon6:12- Tim Anderson DFA'd by the Angels9:36- Doval moved back to the Giants closer14;12- Best Relievers in the last 4 years19:07- Jason Adam breakdown25:59- Griffin Jax breakdown28:27- Tanner Scott breakdown33:46- Jeff Hoffman breakdown38:36- Graham Ashcroft look ahead40:38- Jeremiah Estrada look ahead44:14- Randy Rodriguez look ahead48:10- Will Vest look ahead51:00- Relievers to look for in the future & their best pitchesFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno Sarris & Trevor MayExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the unluckiest relievers in baseball and determine if positive regression is incoming. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the unluckiest relievers in baseball and determine if positive regression is incoming. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the unluckiest relievers in baseball and determine if positive regression is incoming.
Porter Hodge is heading to the IL, leaving a major question mark in the Chicago Cubs bullpen. This video breaks down the Cubs' top relievers and who could step up in Hodge's absence. From proven arms to rising talent, we rank the bullpen options that could make or break the season. Stay tuned for in-depth analysis, stats, and what this means for the Cubs moving forward.
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant are joined by Lia Assimakopoulos and Brad Townsend to discuss [9:00] a busy time in Dallas sports. Besides describing the Wings' debut, Kevin asks Lia if the Stars have reached a tipping point with their third consecutive conference finals. What if they don't beat the Oilers and make the Stanley Cup Final? [20:08] Brad tells us how Scottie Scheffler, who won his third major over the weekend, has turned himself into the PGA Tour's most dominant player since Tiger Woods. [32:15] Brad also gives his take on Cooper Flagg, whom he calls the draft's best two-way prospect since LeBron James. [46:30] And Evan pinpoints what led to the collapse of the Rangers' bullpen and their best hopes of reconstructing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant are joined by Lia Assimakopoulos and Brad Townsend to discuss [9:00] a busy time in Dallas sports. Besides describing the Wings' debut, Kevin asks Lia if the Stars have reached a tipping point with their third consecutive conference finals. What if they don't beat the Oilers and make the Stanley Cup Final? [20:08] Brad tells us how Scottie Scheffler, who won his third major over the weekend, has turned himself into the PGA Tour's most dominant player since Tiger Woods. [32:15] Brad also gives his take on Cooper Flagg, whom he calls the draft's best two-way prospect since LeBron James. [46:30] And Evan pinpoints what led to the collapse of the Rangers' bullpen and their best hopes of reconstructing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Tuesday, Rays reliever Eric Orze joined TKras to talk all things Rays Baseball!
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the luckiest relievers in baseball and determine how bad their regression might be. 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
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the luckiest relievers in baseball and determine how bad their regression might be. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the luckiest relievers in baseball and determine how bad their regression might be.
Seth and Sean discuss the Astros 4-3 win over the Royals last night and if Jeremy Peña is starting to play like an all-star.
In this episode: Adam Ottavino joins the show to talk about his experience as a reliever. Being a reliever has its pros and cons: but the cons can be devastating. Relievers can have a great few games, but one bad game can tank their stats.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the advanced statistics leaders early in the 2025 season.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the advanced statistics leaders early in the 2025 season. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the advanced statistics leaders early in the 2025 season. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Jerry starts with the sounds of Kevin Harlan as the Knicks won in Boston. Thibs talked after the game about being a good road team in the playoffs. The Yankees lost their third straight as Devin Williams was not good in the eighth.
Last night, the Knicks won Game 1 in Boston, fueled by Villanova players Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Mikal Bridges. Boomer observed Hart sometimes seems hesitant to shoot, while Gio apologized to Bridges (Boomer's reaction: "who cares?"). Jerry's update featured Kevin Harlan's call of the Knicks' victory and Coach Thibs discussing their road playoff performance. The Yankees lost their third straight game. Lindor and Alonso homered in the Mets' win in Arizona. The hour concluded with Knicks fan calls.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the relievers with notable alterations to their arsenals. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the relievers with notable alterations to their arsenals. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the relievers with notable alterations to their arsenals.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the relievers with the largest increases and decreases in their primary fastball velocity. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the relievers with the largest increases and decreases in their primary fastball velocity. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the relievers with the largest increases and decreases in their primary fastball velocity.
Matt Pauley talks the Cardinals bullpen, as well as hearing from the fans on this subject. Later on, Rich Cirminiello joins the show to discuss the top picks out of college in the upcoming draft.
Matt Pauley is joined by Bernie Miklasz to discuss the Cardinals relievers and issues in the bullpen. Later on, Amy Marxkors discusses all things Blues hockey and their current playoff run. Hour 2 takes us to comments from callers and diving into the NFL Draft with Rich Cirminiello on this edition of Sports Open Line!
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the early-season Stuff+ and PLV leaderboards to uncover 2025's nastiest relievers. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the early-season Stuff+ and PLV leaderboards to uncover 2025's nastiest relievers. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the early-season Stuff+ and PLV leaderboards to uncover 2025's nastiest relievers.
Wolf and Luke are joined by Arizona Diamondbacks relievers Ryan Thompson and Ryne Nelson and react to the D-backs' Opening Day lineup.
In this segment, Kent Tekulve talks about the crazy variety of alternate jerseys that the Pirates had in the 70s and 80s, who decided what they would wear, being one of the first relievers with walkout music, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) joins DVR to discuss a few spring news items before digging into February's risers and fallers on draft boards as Wyatt Langford has cruised into the top-40, Junior Caminero has moved into the top-75, and Alex Bregman is making his way back toward the top-100 after landing with the Red Sox. Plus, they discuss a few of the rapidly rising closers whose job outlooks changed over the course of the past months, and a few fallers -- including the draft market's drop of Rays pitching as the Tampa Bay staff will have its home games at Steinbrenner Field in 2025.Rundown2:08 Spring News Updates: Andrew Benintendi, Zach Neto & Hyeseong Kim9:50 February's Rising Hitters: Buying Wyatt Langford in Round 3?25:07 Vlad's Trust in Matt McLain33:48 Isaac Paredes' Rebound Potential in Houston37:01 Relievers with Improved Job Outlooks42:28 Clay Holmes' Draft Stock is Rising46:25 Anticipating a Spencer Schwellenback Jump52:09 February ADP Fallers1:03:04 Most Overvalued/Overdraft Player(s) Currently in Top-75 OverallFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Vlad on Bluesky: @rotogut.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Vlad SedlerProducer Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) joins DVR to discuss a few spring news items before digging into February's risers and fallers on draft boards as Wyatt Langford has cruised into the top-40, Junior Caminero has moved into the top-75, and Alex Bregman is making his way back toward the top-100 after landing with the Red Sox. Plus, they discuss a few of the rapidly rising closers whose job outlooks changed over the course of the past months, and a few fallers -- including the draft market's drop of Rays pitching as the Tampa Bay staff will have its home games at Steinbrenner Field in 2025. Rundown 2:08 Spring News Updates: Andrew Benintendi, Zach Neto & Hyeseong Kim 9:50 February's Rising Hitters: Buying Wyatt Langford in Round 3? 25:07 Vlad's Trust in Matt McLain 33:48 Isaac Paredes' Rebound Potential in Houston 37:01 Relievers with Improved Job Outlooks 42:28 Clay Holmes' Draft Stock is Rising 46:25 Anticipating a Spencer Schwellenback Jump 52:09 February ADP Fallers 1:03:04 Most Overvalued/Overdraft Player(s) Currently in Top-75 Overall Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Vlad on Bluesky: @rotogut.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Host: Derek VanRiper With: Vlad Sedler Producer Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices