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On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco's series win in Washington and break down the Giants' struggling offense. Plus, a preview of the Giants' upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers.--(2:30) - Recapping San Francisco's series win in Washington(6:00) - Breaking down Kyle Harrison's outing vs Nationals(11:22) - Robbie Ray's impressive season(12:22) - San Francisco's struggling offense(22:00) - David Villar leaves Giants(26:00) - Giants minor league system overview(40:00) - Giants at Tigers preview 

Sports Info Solutions' Mark Simon joins Talkin' Baseball to breakdown today's pitching matchup: Robbie Ray vs Michael SorokaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Info Solutions' Mark Simon joins Talkin' Baseball to breakdown today's pitching matchup: Robbie Ray vs Michael SorokaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textSteven & Derek discuss the 49ers off-season, the Tush Push sticking around, Steve Kerr's comments on Jonathan Kuminga & rank the Mission Impossible movies all while reacting to the the crazy game 1 of Packers-Knicks (00:58)-49ers pay Purdy, Warner & Kittle, is this off-season already better than last year? Is their window closing? (33:04)-NFL votes to keep the Tush Push, no change in playoff seeding, onside kicks are altered & do we want NFL players in the Olympics? (49:57)-Jim Irsay passes away (53:04)-Robbie Ray's great start to the season(57:52)-Reaction to Pacers winning game 1 vs Knicks in OT, NBA Conference Finals Picks & are we really buying the Giannis to Warriors trade rumors?(01:12:00)-Is Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese becoming too much for WNBA? (01:17:09)-Steve Kerr speaks on the last 4 years with Jonathan Kuminga (01:27:06)-Is Tom Cruise the Tom Brady of film? Ranking the Mission Impossible movies Support the show

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg discuss the latest around Major League Baseball. Juan Soto's struggles, the Dodgers slump and futures bets to make right now! In this episode, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers dissect a range of MLB storylines, with a heavy focus on Juan Soto's troubled transition to the Mets. Soto's recent on-field behavior—particularly his lack of hustle on a hit off the Green Monster and only securing one hit across three games against the Yankees—sparked criticism. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced plans to speak with Soto about his effort. Towers emphasized how professional athletes are expected to hustle regardless of performance, especially when part of a new organization. He critiqued Soto's declining stats (.246 average in 2025, subpar defense) and called out the media narrative that built him up unrealistically since his 2020 breakout. He believes the $765 million valuation raised unsustainable expectations. Michael Kay, based on conversations with Mets and Yankees insiders, claimed Soto appears “glum” and without joy. Soto reportedly preferred to remain a Yankee, but his family urged him to accept the Mets' offer. Towers, who played for both franchises, praised the Yankees for their professionalism and structure, saying it fosters respect and accountability. In contrast, he noted that the Mets, while improving, still lack the Yankees' foundational stability. Scott and Josh then evaluated the NL East race. Seidenberg endorsed betting on the Phillies to win the division at +130, noting their strong veteran core (Harper, Schwarber, Wheeler) and manager Dave Dombrowski's history of bold moves. Josh echoed this but pointed out the Phillies' need for young talent infusion, something they've lacked in recent years. They also discussed the Braves' resurgence, who started 0-8 but have since gone 24-15, with key players like Max Fried returning. Shifting to the Dodgers, both hosts criticized Dave Roberts' pitching management. The team's constant injuries and overuse of bullpen arms have led to four consecutive home losses. Towers questioned the effectiveness of the organization's throwing programs and training strategies. Despite Yamamoto's reliability, the rest of the rotation, including Snell, Glasnow, and Kershaw, remains inconsistent or injured. Fried's Cy Young candidacy was explored in depth. With a 1.29 ERA and consistent dominance, Josh called him the clear front-runner. Other contenders like Robbie Ray, Hunter Brown, and Chris Bubik were noted, though Fried's consistency set him apart. On the offensive side, Pete Crow Armstrong's recent surge sparked MVP speculation, but Josh dismissed it due to his relatively weak OBP and limited consistency. Attention turned to the Texas Rangers, whose rotation (deGrom, Eovaldi, Mowley) and improving offense make them serious contenders. The coaching shift toward personalized, non-analytic-heavy hitting plans has improved their situational batting. They also discussed trade rumors including Bo Bichette, Kenley Jansen, and Sandy Alcantara potentially moving before the deadline. The Orioles and Rockies came under fire for poor development. The Rockies' minus-150 run differential led Scott to predict they might break the all-time worst record. Josh argued that both teams lack direction and accountability, especially with player growth and clubhouse culture. Lastly, home field advantage in 2025 has reached historic levels, with home teams winning 56.5% of games, the best rate since 2005. Betting trends show high returns for home favorites, and Seidenberg emphasized this is a year to follow such patterns. The hosts closed with MVP and Cy Young betting odds, a promo for Pregame.com, and a final note on the season's unpredictability and remaining opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg discuss the latest around Major League Baseball. Juan Soto's struggles, the Dodgers slump and futures bets to make right now! In this episode, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers dissect a range of MLB storylines, with a heavy focus on Juan Soto's troubled transition to the Mets. Soto's recent on-field behavior—particularly his lack of hustle on a hit off the Green Monster and only securing one hit across three games against the Yankees—sparked criticism. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced plans to speak with Soto about his effort. Towers emphasized how professional athletes are expected to hustle regardless of performance, especially when part of a new organization. He critiqued Soto's declining stats (.246 average in 2025, subpar defense) and called out the media narrative that built him up unrealistically since his 2020 breakout. He believes the $765 million valuation raised unsustainable expectations. Michael Kay, based on conversations with Mets and Yankees insiders, claimed Soto appears “glum” and without joy. Soto reportedly preferred to remain a Yankee, but his family urged him to accept the Mets' offer. Towers, who played for both franchises, praised the Yankees for their professionalism and structure, saying it fosters respect and accountability. In contrast, he noted that the Mets, while improving, still lack the Yankees' foundational stability. Scott and Josh then evaluated the NL East race. Seidenberg endorsed betting on the Phillies to win the division at +130, noting their strong veteran core (Harper, Schwarber, Wheeler) and manager Dave Dombrowski's history of bold moves. Josh echoed this but pointed out the Phillies' need for young talent infusion, something they've lacked in recent years. They also discussed the Braves' resurgence, who started 0-8 but have since gone 24-15, with key players like Max Fried returning. Shifting to the Dodgers, both hosts criticized Dave Roberts' pitching management. The team's constant injuries and overuse of bullpen arms have led to four consecutive home losses. Towers questioned the effectiveness of the organization's throwing programs and training strategies. Despite Yamamoto's reliability, the rest of the rotation, including Snell, Glasnow, and Kershaw, remains inconsistent or injured. Fried's Cy Young candidacy was explored in depth. With a 1.29 ERA and consistent dominance, Josh called him the clear front-runner. Other contenders like Robbie Ray, Hunter Brown, and Chris Bubik were noted, though Fried's consistency set him apart. On the offensive side, Pete Crow Armstrong's recent surge sparked MVP speculation, but Josh dismissed it due to his relatively weak OBP and limited consistency. Attention turned to the Texas Rangers, whose rotation (deGrom, Eovaldi, Mowley) and improving offense make them serious contenders. The coaching shift toward personalized, non-analytic-heavy hitting plans has improved their situational batting. They also discussed trade rumors including Bo Bichette, Kenley Jansen, and Sandy Alcantara potentially moving before the deadline. The Orioles and Rockies came under fire for poor development. The Rockies' minus-150 run differential led Scott to predict they might break the all-time worst record. Josh argued that both teams lack direction and accountability, especially with player growth and clubhouse culture. Lastly, home field advantage in 2025 has reached historic levels, with home teams winning 56.5% of games, the best rate since 2005. Betting trends show high returns for home favorites, and Seidenberg emphasized this is a year to follow such patterns. The hosts closed with MVP and Cy Young betting odds, a promo for Pregame.com, and a final note on the season's unpredictability and remaining opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cubs have recalled Matt Shaw after he was on fire in the minors (2:30). ... Austin Hays needs to be rostered in more lageus (8:20). ... Kris Bubic vs. Robbie Ray was a masterpiece (15:51). ... Sonny Gray bounced back with a big start (20:18). ... Geraldo Perdomo won't stop hitting (21:49). ... News (25:15): Ronald Acuña could be back as soon as this weekend! ... Agustin Ramirez continues to impress (37:23). Any interest in these deep-league waiver wire hitters? ... Sell-high on these two pitchers (50:17)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates, streamers and Team Name Tuesday (55:30). 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

Kansas City Royals vs. San Francisco Giants MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Royals at Giants 6:40PM ET—Kris Bubic will start for KC. Bubic has nine starts with an ERA of 1.66 and WHIP of 1.10. The left hander fans 25.6% with 6.8% walks. Ground balls served at 43.2% with limited home run damage. Robbie Ray gets the start for San Francisco.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a few of the 16 'other' baseball figures reinstated by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred this week including Shoeless Joe Jackson and several members of the 1919 White Sox, and when 'bad' secondary pitches become a problem by looking at six pitchers whose fastballs currently exceed the quality of their breaking and off-speed offerings. Rundown1:05 The 'Other' 16 Reinstated by Commissioner Rob Manfred12:50 No, Oyster Burns Wasn't Banned for Life15:31 When Are 'Bad' Secondaries A Problem?19:46 Robbie Ray's Limited Arsenal22:20 An Attempt to Understand Bryan Woo's Success & Splits33:13 The Andrew Heaney Odyssey40:05 We're Still Puzzled by Taj Bradley; Is It All Linked to Poor Command?53:01 Do Ownership Blueprints Come From Ownership's Approach to Other Businesses?Related ReadingSABR's Eight Myths Out: https://sabr.org/eight-myths-outMatt Moret on the 'other' 16: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6354320Zach Buchanan's 2019 Story 'A cold case, not a closed case: The baseball obsessives correcting the record about the 1919 Black Sox Scandal': https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/1260436 Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

San Francisco manager Bob Melvin sits down with Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt on "Giants Talk" to explain why he felt it was necessary to shake up the team's lineup following their recent offensive struggles. 2:15 – Breaking down Giants vs. Diamondbacks 8:00 – How did Giants lineup changes going into series vs. D-Backs turn out? 11:00 – Korean heritage night food 13:30 – Another great outing for Robbie Ray 15:45 – Christian Koss hits grand slam for his first career home run 18:15 – Logistics of giving a home run ball back 23:15 – Injury updates 27:30 – Carson Whisenhunt looking great 29:30 – Updates on Tristan Beck, Keaton Winn and Sean Hjelle 31:00 – Remembering Evan Longoria 34:30 – Anthony Desclafani signed by the Yankees, Rich Hill signs minor league deal 36:30 – Previewing Giants vs. Athletics 42:00 - Bob Melvin interview

Jacob Wilson just launched two homers against the Dodgers (2:22)! ... Javier Baez might be back (7:24)! ... What's up with Jeff Hoffman (10:10)? ... Shane Baz ... FOOLED YOU (12:28). ... Kris Bubic vs. Framber Valdez was great (19:17). ... News (24:33): Roki Sasaki is going on the IL. ... Josh Jung is coming around (38:48). ... How do we rank Abbott, Leiter, Soriano and Springs (45:18)? ... Did you notice Kristian Campbell is slowing down, Robbie Ray has turned things around and more (47:09)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:05:59). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sptfy.com/QiKv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow FBT on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our FBT team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBTPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPTowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CBSScottWhite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Roto_Frank⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook group at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB betting for Tuesday. The guys also give out best bets. he MLB Tuesday Preview & Best Bets podcast hosted by Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner delivers a game-by-game analysis of the 13 MLB matchups scheduled for Tuesday. The show opens with some light NBA draft lottery banter, but the bulk of the discussion is tightly focused on baseball betting strategies, player performance, and team trends, all based on currently available betting lines. In the Brewers versus Guardians game, both hosts express doubts over Quinn Priester's reliability as the Brewers have lost four straight games he's started, providing him minimal run support. Logan Allen's control issues are acknowledged, but the Guardians are still preferred as a slight home favorite. The Twins against the Orioles matchup sees both hosts backing the Twins, riding their eight-game win streak and taking advantage of Kade Povich's continued struggles, especially at home. Munaf suggests taking the Twins team total over due to their potent offense. For the White Sox and Reds, Griffin leans toward the Reds' offense prevailing, noting the White Sox's dreadful 3-17 road record. Abbott's limited innings aren't seen as problematic due to the White Sox's overall weaknesses. In the Cardinals and Phillies clash, Sonny Gray's consistency and St. Louis' bullpen strength make them an appealing underdog, with both hosts preferring an under if the total reaches eight. The Rays versus Blue Jays game highlights the collapse of Tampa Bay's pitching, with Shane Boz's recent blowups making the Blue Jays the favored side, especially with Jose Berrios pitching steadily at home. In the Pirates versus Mets game, both see little hope for the Pirates despite a recent managerial change, with Munaf favoring the Mets run line and team total over, given Kodai Senga's strong stats. For Nationals versus Braves, the consensus is Braves team total over, citing Soroka's vulnerability and the Braves' offensive firepower, though bullpen concerns persist. The Marlins against Cubs matchup leans strongly toward the Cubs, with their superior offense and Ben Brown's solid form giving them a significant edge. The Rockies versus Rangers game reflects both hosts' disdain for the Rockies' 2-17 road record, suggesting Rangers -1.5 and under 8.5 as the play, with the Arlington ballpark playing pitcher-friendly. Royals versus Astros is a more cautious game, with both acknowledging Michael Wacha's solid form and Framber Valdez's unpredictability when a favorite, but Munaf leans Astros at -140. The Angels versus Padres game is flagged as a potential upset, with Dylan Cease expected to regress after his long no-hit bid. Both hosts side with the Angels due to the risky price on the Padres. In the Yankees versus Mariners showdown, Griffin emphasizes Brian Wu's 11-1 home record and favors Mariners as a home underdog while also suggesting the under, citing the ballpark's suppression of runs. Finally, the Diamondbacks versus Giants game is strongly supported by both as a Giants money line play, highlighting Robbie Ray's perfect 8-0 start record for the Giants. Brentt Fott's last strong outing against the Dodgers is considered unsustainable in the pitcher-friendly Oracle Park, especially given the Giants' ability to win division games at home. Best bets for the day are Griffin's pick of Guardians ML at -120 and Munaf's pick of Giants ML at -105. The overall tone reflects skepticism toward big favorites, leaning instead on undervalued home underdogs and carefully selected unders in specific matchups, especially where bullpen and venue factors suppress offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB betting for Tuesday. The guys also give out best bets. he MLB Tuesday Preview & Best Bets podcast hosted by Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner delivers a game-by-game analysis of the 13 MLB matchups scheduled for Tuesday. The show opens with some light NBA draft lottery banter, but the bulk of the discussion is tightly focused on baseball betting strategies, player performance, and team trends, all based on currently available betting lines. In the Brewers versus Guardians game, both hosts express doubts over Quinn Priester's reliability as the Brewers have lost four straight games he's started, providing him minimal run support. Logan Allen's control issues are acknowledged, but the Guardians are still preferred as a slight home favorite. The Twins against the Orioles matchup sees both hosts backing the Twins, riding their eight-game win streak and taking advantage of Kade Povich's continued struggles, especially at home. Munaf suggests taking the Twins team total over due to their potent offense. For the White Sox and Reds, Griffin leans toward the Reds' offense prevailing, noting the White Sox's dreadful 3-17 road record. Abbott's limited innings aren't seen as problematic due to the White Sox's overall weaknesses. In the Cardinals and Phillies clash, Sonny Gray's consistency and St. Louis' bullpen strength make them an appealing underdog, with both hosts preferring an under if the total reaches eight. The Rays versus Blue Jays game highlights the collapse of Tampa Bay's pitching, with Shane Boz's recent blowups making the Blue Jays the favored side, especially with Jose Berrios pitching steadily at home. In the Pirates versus Mets game, both see little hope for the Pirates despite a recent managerial change, with Munaf favoring the Mets run line and team total over, given Kodai Senga's strong stats. For Nationals versus Braves, the consensus is Braves team total over, citing Soroka's vulnerability and the Braves' offensive firepower, though bullpen concerns persist. The Marlins against Cubs matchup leans strongly toward the Cubs, with their superior offense and Ben Brown's solid form giving them a significant edge. The Rockies versus Rangers game reflects both hosts' disdain for the Rockies' 2-17 road record, suggesting Rangers -1.5 and under 8.5 as the play, with the Arlington ballpark playing pitcher-friendly. Royals versus Astros is a more cautious game, with both acknowledging Michael Wacha's solid form and Framber Valdez's unpredictability when a favorite, but Munaf leans Astros at -140. The Angels versus Padres game is flagged as a potential upset, with Dylan Cease expected to regress after his long no-hit bid. Both hosts side with the Angels due to the risky price on the Padres. In the Yankees versus Mariners showdown, Griffin emphasizes Brian Wu's 11-1 home record and favors Mariners as a home underdog while also suggesting the under, citing the ballpark's suppression of runs. Finally, the Diamondbacks versus Giants game is strongly supported by both as a Giants money line play, highlighting Robbie Ray's perfect 8-0 start record for the Giants. Brentt Fott's last strong outing against the Dodgers is considered unsustainable in the pitcher-friendly Oracle Park, especially given the Giants' ability to win division games at home. Best bets for the day are Griffin's pick of Guardians ML at -120 and Munaf's pick of Giants ML at -105. The overall tone reflects skepticism toward big favorites, leaning instead on undervalued home underdogs and carefully selected unders in specific matchups, especially where bullpen and venue factors suppress offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Diamondbacks at Giants 9:45PM ET—Brandon Pfaadt will start for Arizona. Pfaadt in eight starts deals with an ERA of 3.28 with WHIP of 1.22. The right hander has struck out 21% with 5.1% walks. Ground balls are 41.4% with 1.35 home runs per nine innings. Robbie Ray is the starter for San Francisco.

Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to discuss Robbie Ray's hot start to the season, Ryan Walker's redemption on Wednesday afternoon, & Kyle Harrison's role moving forwardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to discuss Robbie Ray's hot start to the season, Ryan Walker's redemption on Wednesday afternoon, & Kyle Harrison's role moving forwardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Francisco Giants vs. Chicago Cubs MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Giants at Cubs 2:20PM ET—Robbie Ray will start for San Francisco. Ray in seven starts this season carries an ERA of 3.05 with WHIP of 1.25. The left hander strikes out 25.9% with 13.3% walks. Ground balls served at 40.9% with 1.17 home runs per nine innings. A FIP of 4.26. Ben Brown gets the start for Chicago.

Keep or Kut - Chad (@chadyoung) and Pete (@PeteBBaseball) break down a few of the amazing first-month performers of the season, particularly names that you wouldn't have expected back before the season started.Team KaiaAt the top of the show, we told you about eight-year old Kaia, who is in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant. Kaia has been diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia. We are doing everything we can to help her family find a genetically matched donor. Please, if you are between the ages of 18 and 40, text ‘TeamKaia' to 61474 or visit https://my.bethematch.org/TeamKaiato register. If you are over 40 visit: www.dkms.org.You'll get a cheek swab in the mail and can send it in to see if you are a match. If so, the donation is simple, non-surgical, and doesn't require a hospital stay. At the very least, please share this with your networks on Facebook, BlueSky, LinkedIn, or anywhere you can. The more people who register, the more likely we are to find a match.Timestamps8:13 - Pete takes the red-hot hitting Riley Greene for his H2H Hero of the Week. Chad decided to go with Luis Robert Jr., making Pete puke.16:31 - Kyle Stowers is off to a monster start. Are Pete & Chad selling high or holding?30:50 - Alex Bregman is on absolute fire.41:16 - Brice Turang is hitting the ball a lot harder and the numbers are looking way better than they were even last year when he broke out.51:04 - Chad is a little excited about Brady Singer but thinks he is a sell high, Pete is certain he is a sell-high.1:00:33 - Tylor Megill and Carlos Rodón have had walk-heavy, but elite, starts. Are you buying their hot starts? Carlos Rodón or Robbie Ray?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

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Willy Adames finally getting his break out game as a Giant and how the team bounced back against the Colorado Rockies after a disappointing loss to open the series.2:15 – Kyle Harrison called up, Lou Trivino DFA'd5:00 – Giants lose series opener to Rockies but bounce back and win the next two games10:00 – Willy Adames finally has a breakout game Sunday12:00 – Giants need Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, Patrick Bailey and LaMonte Wade Jr. to find a rhythm13:45 – Waiting for Luis Matos to power up15:15 – Robbie Ray throws seven no hit innings16:30 – Tyler Fitzgerald out with cracked rib18:00 – Nick Ahmed hits open market20:00 – Donnie Ecker fired by Rangers24:00 – Update on Wade Meckler25:30 – Previewing Giants matchup vs. Cubs32:00 – Food recommendations in Chicago

Keep or Kut - Chad (@chadyoung) and Pete (@PeteBBaseball) break down a few of the amazing first-month performers of the season, particularly names that you wouldn't have expected back before the season started.Team KaiaAt the top of the show, we told you about eight-year old Kaia, who is in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant. Kaia has been diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia. We are doing everything we can to help her family find a genetically matched donor. Please, if you are between the ages of 18 and 40, text ‘TeamKaia' to 61474 or visit https://my.bethematch.org/TeamKaiato register. If you are over 40 visit: www.dkms.org.You'll get a cheek swab in the mail and can send it in to see if you are a match. If so, the donation is simple, non-surgical, and doesn't require a hospital stay. At the very least, please share this with your networks on Facebook, BlueSky, LinkedIn, or anywhere you can. The more people who register, the more likely we are to find a match.Timestamps8:13 - Pete takes the red-hot hitting Riley Greene for his H2H Hero of the Week. Chad decided to go with Luis Robert Jr., making Pete puke.16:31 - Kyle Stowers is off to a monster start. Are Pete & Chad selling high or holding?30:50 - Alex Bregman is on absolute fire.41:16 - Brice Turang is hitting the ball a lot harder and the numbers are looking way better than they were even last year when he broke out.51:04 - Chad is a little excited about Brady Singer but thinks he is a sell high, Pete is certain he is a sell-high.1:00:33 - Tylor Megill and Carlos Rodón have had walk-heavy, but elite, starts. Are you buying their hot starts? Carlos Rodón or Robbie Ray?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

Steve Kroner joins Bill Laskey to break down the Giants 4-0 win vs the Rockies on the back of Robbie Ray's dominant 7 inning startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner get you set for this weekends MLB betting. We kick things off with the Friday games and offer up best bets. On the May 2 episode of RJ Bell's Dream Preview MLB Podcast, hosts Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner deliver sharp, stats-backed insights across the full Friday MLB slate. With Griffin riding a six-podcast win streak and Munaf at a 7–3 record on the season, both bring analytical edge to betting lines, pitching matchups, and team trends. They begin with Nationals vs. Reds, with Griffin skeptical of Cincinnati's high price (-161) and backing underdog Mitchell Parker (+146) despite his weak fielding. Munaf notes the Nationals have won four of his five starts. Next is Padres at Pirates. Cease hasn't pitched six innings since early April, and Keller's inconsistency leads both hosts to favor the Pirates at +142. Diamondbacks vs. Phillies features Jesus Luzardo (1.73 ERA) facing Merrill Kelly. Due to Arizona's bullpen injuries and Philly's undervalued pitching, Griffin names Phillies -142 his best bet. In Royals vs. Orioles, Wacha faces off against Kremer, who's allowed 5 ER in his last two starts. Still, doubts about Kansas City's offense tip the scale toward Baltimore. Yankees (-235) host the Rays with Max Fried on the mound. Fried boasts a career 0.42 ERA vs. Tampa. The hosts avoid fading him. Guardians visit the Blue Jays, where Chris Bassitt has allowed only 1 ER in 11 home innings. Logan Allen struggled defensively last game. Munaf leans Jays in the first five. Twins vs. Red Sox offers value on Boston at -103. Griffin questions Joe Ryan's volatility and trusts Bello's recent support. For A's-Marlins, the A's are road favorites behind debuting Gunnar Hoglund. Griffin calls this mispriced, siding with Miami (+123). Dodgers and Yamamoto face Braves, with Yamamoto holding a 1.06 ERA. Despite a steep -172 price, Munaf backs L.A., while Griffin questions Braves' rare underdog status. In Astros vs. White Sox, Framber Valdez faces Jonathan Cannon. Given inconsistent Astros bats and Cannon's walk rate, Munaf avoids the -235 price. Griffin leans under. Mariners at Rangers features Brian Wu vs. Jack Leiter. With Texas 15-2 to the under at home, Munaf's best bet is under 8.5. Griffin leans Rangers as a home dog. Cubs vs. Brewers sees Ben Brown against Quinn Priester. Despite Brown's strikeout potential, Griffin and Munaf both back the Brewers at plus money due to home-field motivation. For Mets vs. Cardinals, Clay Holmes faces Sonny Gray, who has dominated at home. Munaf backs the Cardinals citing Gray's form. In Tigers vs. Angels, Skubal dominates and Trout's IL status hurts L.A. Munaf recommends Tigers via moneyline or run line. Lastly, Giants host Rockies with Robbie Ray on the mound. Ray's teams are 6-0 in his starts, but Griffin finds -280 too steep and suggests a Rockies run line. Munaf agrees on targeting Giants team total. Griffin's best bet: Phillies -142. Munaf's: Mariners vs. Rangers under 8.5. The show closes encouraging listeners to shop lines, list pitchers, and monitor late moves, all key in chasing sharp MLB edges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colorado Rockies vs. San Francisco Giants MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rockies at Giants 10:15PM ET—Antonio Senzatela will start for Colorado. Senzatela has six starts on the campaign providing an ERA of 5.22 with WHIP of 1.88. The right-handed fans 9.5% with 3.6% walks. Ground ball rate of 56.4% with 2.15 home runs per nine innings. Robbie Ray gets the start for San Francisco. Ray in six starts delivers an ERA of 3.73 with WHIP of 1.40. The left hander strikes out 24.6% with 14.2% walks. Grounders served at 37.5% with 1.44 home runs per nine innings.

Welcome to Episode 126 of the Garlic Fries and Baseball Guys Podcast. Joe Shasky is playing golf today, so Sam Lubman is rolling solo and talking about the Giants taking two of three from Bruce Bochy's Texas Rangers over the weekend. Robbie Ray and Justin Verlander had huge bounce-back starts, and the real story might be how the Giants have put together baseball's second-best record when their lineup has not even begun to click like we know it will. 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

Texas Rangers vs. San Francisco Giants MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rangers at Giants 4PM ET—Tyler Mahle will start for Texas. Mahle in five starts on the year dealing with an ERA of 0.68 with WHIP of 0.83. The right hander fans 24.8% with 11.9% walks. Ground balls come in at 42.2% with no homers allowed. Robbie Ray gets the start for San Francisco. Ray has five starts with an ERA of 4.07 with WHIP of 1.56. The left hander strikes out 23.4% with 16.8% walks. Ground balls sit at 38.1% with 1.85 home runs per nine innings.

4-22 Susan Slusser chats about the struggles of Willy Adames, the resurgence of Camilo Doval, and her evaluation of Robbie Ray after the G's bounce-back winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4-22 Susan Slusser chats about the struggles of Willy Adames, the resurgence of Camilo Doval, and her evaluation of Robbie Ray after the G's bounce-back winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Spencer Strider made his long-awaited return (2:25). ... Chris Bassitt is off to a great start (9:10). ... Robbie Ray and Aaron Nola were both terrible against each other (15:08). ... News (24:24): White Sox plan to promote Edgar Quero. ... Do we have any interest in these waiver wire pitchers (32:09)? ... Buying Sal Frelick (44:08)? ... Do we buy hot starts from Max Meyer and Nick Pivetta (47:27)? ... What do we do with Gavin Williams (52:50)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (58:28). 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

Spencer Strider made his long-awaited return! How did he look? Bench Gavin Williams for the time being? What do we do with Robbie Ray and Aaron Nola? 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

San Francisco Giants vs. Philadelphia Phillies MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Giants at Phillies 6:45PM ET—Robbie Ray starts for San Francisco. Ray in three starts on the campaign carries an ERA of 2.93 with WHIP of 1.24. The left hander strikes out 21% with 16.1% walks. Ground balls sat at 35.9% with 1.76 home runs per nine innings. Aaron Nola will start for Philadelphia. Nola has three starts with an ERA of 5.51 and WHIP of 1.41. The veteran fans 23.6% with 6.9% walks. Grounders are 47.9% with 2.20 home runs per nine innings.

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how center fielder Jung Hoo Lee has been San Francisco's best all-around player so far this season, why the team has taken such joy in cheering him on and then answer a few fan mailbag questions.1:00 – Giants looked great against the Yankees, Phillies are going to be a real test4:30 – Jung Hoo Lee playing great10:15 – Adjustments in the lineup12:15 – Jordan Hicks has rough outing15:15 – Robbie Ray with the 4-inning win in the rain17:00 – All the different games and situations Jon Miller has seen throughout his career19:00 – On people not liking Carlos Rodon on social media25:00 – Looking around the NL West33:00 – Mailbag Q's39:30 – Previewing Giants vs. Phillies

SF Giants reliever from 1998-2002 and all-time franchise leader in saves, Robb Nen, joins the Gregs to react to the Giants' bullpen and their hot start, as well as the individual performances of Camilo Doval, Hayden Birdsong, and Robbie RaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SF Giants reliever from 1998-2002 and all-time franchise leader in saves, Robb Nen, joins the Gregs to react to the Giants' bullpen and their hot start, as well as the individual performances of Camilo Doval, Hayden Birdsong, and Robbie RaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Around the Park with Kruk and Kuip on Robbie Ray's magic pitchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ERIC EDHOLM (NFL.com) joins us for Mock Draft Thursday, a staple of Draftmas. What's better than one draft? Lots of drafts before the draft, duh! - A Shadeur Sanders trade in round 1 of Eric's Draft 2.0 has a lot of people talking! - What makes the most sense for the Seahawks at 18? - Should they grab a QB and where? :30- It's the ABCs of the Mariners! - G: is for grunter. We are going to face the grunter, Robbie Ray on Saturday in San Francisco. First grunt at 7:05. - H: is for Hernandez. It's been pretty painful to watch Teoscar and Geno Suarez succeed with their new franchises. - I: is for infield. The infield was the big concern heading into this season and so far Polanco and D Mo are batting .391 while the rest of the group struggles with a .103 avg and one extra base hit. :45- Could Tyron Smith be a fit for the Seahawks? Where would he play? While some are speculating that he might be headed towards retirement, others are looking at the possibility that the Seahawks are interested in the veteran offensive lineman.

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down how San Francisco clinched their first series win of 2025 MLB season against the Cincinnati Reds behind the brilliant play of Matt Chapman and discuss how they feel about the bullpen through three games.1:00 – On Alex's new book4:00 – Breaking down Justin Verlander and Robbie Ray's outings8:00 – How do we feel about the Giants' bullpen through three games?9:45 –Giants' offense, Matt Chapman's defense looking good against the Reds11:45 – Heliot Ramos looking confident13:30 – Tyler Fitzgerald starting off the season hesitant16:30 – Sacramento Rivercats roster is stacked21:00 – Mailbag Q's33:30 – Previewing Giants at Astros

3-31 Susan Slusser speaks to the strong efforts by Justin Verlander and Robbie Ray as well as the great play of Matt Chapman & the SF bullpenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3-31 Susan Slusser speaks to the strong efforts by Justin Verlander and Robbie Ray as well as the great play of Matt Chapman & the SF bullpenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3-28 Dirty Work Hour 3: The Dirrty Work Dial returns & Dave Flemming checks in from Cincy with thoughts on Wilmer/Robbie RaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3-28 Dirty Work Hour 3: The Dirrty Work Dial returns & Dave Flemming checks in from Cincy with thoughts on Wilmer/Robbie RaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's start with a Mike Trout bold prediction (3:08). ... Can Bailey Ober and Shota Imanaga flip ERAs (7:06)? ... Robbie Ray outperforms Chris Sale (10:57)? ... Was this really a Christian Yelich bold prediction (16:45)? ... Will the Marlins and White Sox have any good players (19:10)? ... Is Josh Lowe this year's Jarren Duran (21:48)? ... We reveal the rest of our bold predictions (23:58). ... We have sleeper hitters and pitchers for the short/long Week 1 (35:50). ... News (45:03): players are finally going on the IL. ... Who are we picking to win 2025 awards (57:17)? ... What about division winners and World Series picks (1:07:12)?  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

Can Mike Trout finally stay healthy? Robbie Ray outperforms Chris Sale? Will the White Sox and Marlins have any useful players? Josh Lowe will be this year's Jarren Duran. 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

Mookie Betts is the incredible shrinking man, Shane McClanahan got hurt in his last spring training start, Cam Smith made the Astros Opening Day roster, Braves pitchers keep rising on the draft boards and the closer market got tighter with Alexis Diaz hitting the IL. Fred Zinkie and Jeff Erickson hit how these stories are changing late fantasy drafts and early free agent periods and more!---00:00 Fred Pod 3-2400:30 Welcome01:00 First FAAB Run03:30 LABR FAAB Results - Cam Smith09:30 Mookie Betts16:30 Quick ME recap16:45 Zac Gallen24:20 Roupp over Birdsong27:45 Does anyone ever punt saves in the ME, and take advantage of the inflation?31:20 Xavier Edwards in a big contest, because he could steal 75.34:00 Fantrax35:00 Did the hype go too far on some SPs during draft season?35:30 Robbie Ray and Christopher Sanchez inside the top 100?39:00 Gavin Williams and Clay Holmes inside the top 150? Did we wind up disrespecting guys like Luis Castillo and Freddy Peralta, who are consistently good?45:40 NFBC RotoWire Online Championship46:45 Job Battle Resolution47:00 Alan Roden.54:30 BlueWire54:35 How much is a win worth (Landon Knack)?57:50 Streaming early in April. For example, Chris Paddack and Simeon Woods-Richardson can be streamed vs. CWS next week.1:00:55 Landen Roupp and Hayden Birdsong.1:03:15 Kristian Campbell or Jackson Holliday?1:06:00 Nolan Jones - Will Brennan may not make the team. It seems like this trade is a loss for everyone except Jordan Beck. I don't like it for Nolan Jones, Noel, all the other Rockies.1:08:45 What are we expecting from Victor Scott? Does his addition ruin a Nolan Gorman bounceback season?1:11:30 Is it concerning that Corbin Burnes is starting the fifth game of the season?---NFBC RotoWire Online ChampionshipThe NFBC RotoWire Fantasy Baseball Online Championship is Live! Play fantasy baseball against your favorite RotoWire experts on NFBC this baseball season. Jeff Erickson, James Anderson, Clay Link and more will compete in the RotoWire NFBC Online Championship for a shot at $150,000! Sign up today!(hyperlink: https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/1465)FantraxSign up for Fantrax FREE today and you'll be entered to win an Official MLB signed jersey from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Simply visit this link to sign up today. Hyperlink: https://www.fantrax.com/rotowire Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools—subscribe now at RotoWire.com/pod

John Shea of the San Francisco Standard joins Papa & Silver to discuss expectations for Robbie Ray and the possibility of a salary cap in the future of Major League BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vlad Sedler and Jason Anthony get you ready for your drafts with the latest spring training injury and position battle news as well as a deep dive into the first few NFBC Main Event high stakes drafts and new ADP. Welcome to the second round, Wyatt Langford!Spring Training News and NFBC High Stakes ADP HeliumSan Diego Padres - Who is Stephen Kolek? Gavin Sheets, Jackson Merrill, our boy Tirso OrnelasLos Angeles Dodgers - New SP5 Dustin May a target or fade?San Francisco Giants - Heliot Ramos helium, Jung Hoo Lee # 3, Roupp and the rotationColorado Rockies - Battle of the Mid (the outfielders)Mets rotation - Tylor Megill, Sean Manaea update and...that Griffin Canning?Brett Baty or Luisangel Acuna for Jeff McNeilPete Alonso is like Pete AlonsoRonald Acuna Jr. and Spencer Strider updatesBoston Red Sox rotation and the 6-man pipe dream (that sounds awkward)HELIUM! 2nd round Langford, 3rd round Lawrence Butler - you guys are crazy!recent risers - Clay Holmes, Jackson Jobe, Mike Sorokarecent fallers - Shane Baz, Jesus Luzardo, Justin SteelePlease help by rating and reviewing our podcast!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best preseason fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and fantasy tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your drafts and leagues.NEW!! The FTN Custom Rankings & Projections toolA few of our preseason tools:FTN VDP ProjectionsTop 500 Roto RankingsUnderdog VDP RankingsBiery's Offseason TrackerFILTH Pitcher Metric LeaderboardBullpen ReportYour fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball

Welcome back to the show, Nick Pollack from Pitcher List! Well, it's confirmed that Gerrit Cole needs Tommy John surgery (4:10). ... Let's get into spring training risers, starting with Gavin Williams (9:34). ... Robbie Ray learned a new changeup from Tarik Skubal (20:15). ... Cristopher Sanchez is throwing a lot harder (24:05). ... Jacob deGrom is throwing with less velocity on purpose (27:06). ... Ryan Weathers and Max Meyer are doing interesting things (32:28)! ... News (41:17): Gunnar Henderson is progressing but is still uncertain for Opening Day. ... Who were the Statcast standouts from Monday (44:33)? ... Jackson Jobe, Walker Buehler and Kris Bubic are rising (50:14). ... Quinn Mathews and Jack Leiter are stash candidates (55:26). ... We wrap up with some names to remember in deep leagues (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

Robbie Ray still has huge strikeout potential (4:11)! ... MacKenzie Gore got off to a great start last year, struggled and then finished strong (7:20). ... Triston Casas will play everyday in the middle of the Red Sox lineup this season (12:13). ... News (17:25): Gunnar Henderson has a mild intercostal strain and might not be ready for Opening Day. ... Nick Lodolo has a lot of talent, he just needs to stay healthy (24:35). ... Justin Martinez and Jordan Romano are late-round relievers to target (27:45). ... Jared Jones flashed his upside early last season (34:15). ... Who are the rest of Scott's Breakouts 2.0 (41:05)? ... News (47:50): Rafael Devers is still not ready to play. ... We wrap up by recapping our Breakouts 1.0 from back in January (59:30). 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

Sleepers 2.0! Chris kicks things off with Jackson Jobe (2:50). ... Robbie Ray is throwing a new changeup (8:05). ... Gavin Williams looks healthy and has upside (12:07). ... Jeff Hoffman could be a steal as the Blue Jays closer (18:54). ... Josh Lowe is getting no respect (22:37)! ... Jorge Soler offers power and Jesus Luzardo's velocity is back up (25:50). ... Scott is back in on Jake Burger (29:20). ... Lars Nootbaar is a good hitter (31:45)! ... We list off the rest of our Sleepers 2.0 (36:00). ... News (43:17): Adolis Garcia is dealing with an oblique injury. ... Here's a quick reminder of our Sleepers 1.0 (52:11)! ... We wrap up with a look at Scott's 15-Team Roto (w/ OBP) Tout Wars draft (1:00:22). 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