Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss the Red Sox's 'quiet' ascent to the second-place spot in the AL East on the strength of a lineup that is tied for fifth in wOBA and wonder if the pitching is deep enough to make the team dangerous if they reach the playoffs. Plus, they discuss how players change over the course of the season, and a round of injury news items including a follow-up on Astros closer Josh Hader.

Rundown

1:05 Assessing the Red Sox in mid-August

9:15 Is the Current Success of the Pitching Staff Successful?

12:53 An Improving Bullpen, Not Without Questions

15:55 Dustin May & The Importance of Fastball Mix

23:09 How Do They Stack Up Against the Blue Jays?

30:13 How Players Change Over the Course of the Season?

40:05 How Does Velocity Hold Up When Fatigue Sets In?

45:18 'First-Half' and 'Second-Half' Players

53:18 Other News & Notes: Adolis García, Félix Bautista, Zach Eflin & Miguel Vargas

1:00:43 The A's Young Pitching is Intriguing, Will It Work in Sacramento?

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Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris

With: Jed Lowrie

Producer: Brian Smith

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Eno and DVR discuss the Astros' bullpen as Josh Hader is slowed by a shoulder injury, the return of Cristian Javier to the rotation, plus on the first installment of 'The Checklist', they discuss the seasons of Ben Rice, Bo Bichette and Geraldo Perdomo.

Cody Stavenhagen joins the program to discuss the Tigers, whose underwhelming additions at the Trade Deadline may come into question without a deep run in October.

Rundown

1:05 Josh Hader: Sent for Imaging Due to Shoulder Soreness

4:54 Cristian Javier: Shows New Sinker in Return to Rotation

10:08 Shane McClanahan: Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery

13:57 Ben Rice: Increasing Time Behind the Plate

23:31 Bo Bichette: Buying the 2025 Rebound?

27:08 Geraldo Perdomo: A Top-25 Hitter in 2025

30:42 Cody Stavenhagen Joins the Show to Talk Tigers!

35:16 Understanding Riley Greene's Mid-Summer Slump

40:42 A Deeper Lineup for This Year's Tigers?

45:21 An Underwhelming Trade Deadline

55:45 The Lack of Consistency with the Bats Despite a Higher Floor

1:02:06 A Very Strong System Capable of Bringing Long-Term Success

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Guest: Cody Stavenhagen

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Eno and DVR discuss the upcoming return of Hunter Greene for a critical juncture in the schedule, and if the Reds might have found an undervalued group of pitchers despite the tendencies of Great American Ball Park. Plus, they look at James Wood's recent slump and the potential impact on his 2026 value, Jo Adell's career-year, and the bloated ratios of Griffin Jax despite great underlying numbers before recapping where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.

Rundown

1:31 Hunter Greene: Expected to Return on Wednesday

11:05 Michael King: A Two-Inning Outing in Weekend Return

13:07 Chris Sale: Rehab Start Coming Tuesday; Hurston Waldrep Changes

17:27 James Wood’s Recent Slump, 2026 Outlook

26:01 A Decision to Pinch-Hit for PCA Against JoJo Romero

31:53 Expecting Regression from Jeremy Peña After Career-Year?

34:18 Time to Believe in Jo Adell, Now and Forever?

37:56 Making Sense of Griffin Jax’s 2025 Struggles

43:24 Where the Money Went: Luis Gil, Cade Cavalli, and Jakob Marsee’s Speed Ceiling

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Eno and DVR discuss the surprising speed contributions from Josh Naylor that have helped make him a top-20 hitter in fantasy baseball leagues this season, Cade Cavalli's improved arsenal in his return to the Nationals' rotation, and several players to consider on the waiver wire this weekend.Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah joins the show to discuss the 'Oakland Dog', Jakob Marsee's surging roster rates, Carson Benge picking up a lot of steam thanks to an excellent start to his time at Double-A, and thinking about what can go right for Warming Bernabel as a 23-year-old getting an opportunity to play regularly at Coors Field.

Rundown

2:40 Josh Naylor's Early Exit, Surprising Speed Surge

9:05 Cade Cavalli's Stuff Improves Post Tommy John Surgery

14:45 Is Luke Keaschall the Next Jose Altuve?

23:19 Other Hitters of Interest: Dylan Beavers, C.J. Kayfus, Jesús Sánchez (Shallow League Appeal)

35:34 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Returns!

45:40 Jakob Marsee Roster Rates Continue to Rise

55:05 Warming Up to Warming Bernabel

59:55 Pitchers of Interest: Nestor Cortes, Joey Wentz, Riley O'Brien and Cristian Javier

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss history on tap this weekend when Jen Pawol will become the first woman to umpire a regular season MLB game, the return of Michael King (and potential adjustments for JP Sears in the Padres' organization), the ways in which hitters can make life difficult on opposing pitchers, the struggles of relievers in new roles and on new clubs since the Trade Deadline, and Eno's attempt to sort out which team has the best bullpen in baseball.

Rundown

0:51 Jen Pawol: First Woman to Umpire in MLB Regular Season

2:30 Michael King: Returning Saturday; Potential Adjustments for JP Sears

7:57 Gavin Williams: Takes No-Hit Bid Into the Ninth Inning on Wednesday

10:32 Which Division Is the Toughest on Pitchers in 2025?

17:10 What Makes a Pitcher's Job More Difficult?

26:08 WAR Surfing in Evaluating Pitchers (and Cy Young Award candidates)

31:06 Making Sense of Reliever Struggles Since the Trade Deadline

38:17 Chase Rates Jump in the Ninth Inning?!

43:28 Eno's Look at the Best Bullpens in Baseball

53:34 Devin Williams' Chase Contact Rate Spike (Q from Bitcloud)

1:01:48 George Kirby v. Joe Ryan in Long-Term Situations (Q from Sierra Six)

1:08:47 Shane Baz's Slider Changes (Q from Thiago Splitchange)

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Eno returns to discuss a contract extension for Roman Anthony and to help determine if the Yankees' defensive shortcomings are as bad as the internet might lead you to believe. Plus, DVR talks Brewers with Vinny Rottino of FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin. What has helped propel the Brewers to the best record in baseball during the first week of August?

Rundown

2:03 Roman Anthony: Agrees to Eight-Year, $130M Extension

12:20 Aaron Judge is Back; the Yankees Are Still Spiraling

18:32 The Sloppy Mistakes That We Notice

29:00 Vinny Rottino Joins the Show to Talk Brewers

32:15 Jacob Misiorowski's Adjustments Since Spring Training

35:53 Brandon Woodruff's Impressive Return From Shoulder Surgery

41:46 Quinn Priester's Ascent in the Brewers' Rotation

46:34 Andrew Vaughn's Turnaround in Milwaukee

50:03 Brice Turang's Long-Term Power Potential

54:45 Jackson Chourio in Year 2

57:45 Sal Frelick Flying Under the Radar Outside of Milwaukee

1:00:37 The Glue Guys & An Organization In Sync?

1:08:53 Grayson Rodriguez: Elbow Debridement Surgery

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DVR is joined by Nando Di Fino and Ian Kahn for an Under the Radar reunion! The trio discusses the differences between the Dodgers' push for an elite rotation compared to the Padres' push for an elite bullpen, the Marlins effectively playing spoiler throughout the middle-third of the season, growing concern about the Yankees amidst a recent slide, a split on Spencer Jones' long-term outlook, and the Twins' production team magnanimous share of Jhoan Duran's entrance following his trade to Philly.

Rundown

0:57 The UTR Reunion Begins

4:13 Padres/Dodgers - Different Approaches to Building Out Pitching

9:00 Nando Guy Deep Cut: JP Sears Gets Fresh Start in San Diego

13:57 'Baltimore lineup finally....'

22:15 A Mailbag Question About Body Language (from: KigaKoyata)

27:18 'Marlins being bosses.'

31:39 'Yankees might be screwed.' (related to previous topic)

40:00 Is This a Good Trade that Nando Passed On?

49:55: 'Arte Moreno going for it.' (This isn't really going for it, is it?)

56:38 Scherzer

1:00:17 Philly's Jhoan Duran walk out.

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DVR is joined by Vlad Sedler of FTN Fantasy to discuss Austin Riley's return to the IL, Jacob Misiorowski's quick trip to the IL, Max Muncy's upcoming return, and the bizarre season of Tommy Edman before sharing some of the adjustments they make for the final two months of the season. Plus, they look back at where the money was spent this weekend on the waiver wire, and uncooperative weather for the Speedway Classic at Bristol.

Rundown

1:16 Austin Riley's Return to the IL

6:12 Jacob Misiorowski to the IL w/Tibia Contusion

10:40 Tommy Edman, Max Muncy, Blake Snell & a Blake Treinen Wobble

19:12 Tactical Adjustments for the Fantasy Baseball Stretch Run

28:46 Where the Money Went: Warming Up to Jakob Marsee?

40:15 Will the O's Let Coby Mayo Play Every Day Here on Out?

52:05 The Speedway Classic Draws a 'Fyre Festival' Comp

58:09 Rehab Assignment Updates: Shane Bieber & Michael King

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Eno and DVR discuss the fallout from this year's Trade Deadline and focus on several winners and losers with fresh opportunities on the teams that moved players with established roles.

Rundown

1:42 Ronald Acuña Jr.: Grade 1 Calf Strain

8:03 Jackson Chourio: Headed to the IL

11:55 Jonathan Aranda's Wrist Injury; Future Outlook

18:36 Bullpen Battle: The League's Top-Three Relief Units?

23:32 Saves Up for Grabs

36:34 Which Role Will Jack Perkins Land In?

42:51 Big Winners Among Hitters

1:01:54 Show Business

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Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss all of the happenings leading into the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline including the Padres' huge deal with the A's to land Mason Miller, trades that sent elite relievers to the Phillies (Jhoan Duran), Mets (Ryan Helsley) and Yankees (David Bednar), the Astros' reunion with Carlos Correa within a flurry of upgrades, Eugenio Suárez's move to Seattle, Shane Bieber to the Blue Jays, and much more.

Rundown

0:45 A.J. Preller Wreaks Havoc (Again) at the Trade Deadline

1:54 Mason Miller (and JP Sears) to the Padres

14:04 Jhoan Duran to the Phillies for Mick Abel & Eduardo Tait

19:12 The Mets Get Two Bullpen Upgrades (Ryan Helsey & Tyler Rogers)

24:32 Shane Bieber to the Blue Jays, Expectations Post-Injury?

30:08 Carlos Correa Goes Back to Houston as the Astros Make Several Moves

36:30 Ke'Bryan Hayes & the Reds' Upgrades

43:09 Eugenio Suárez: Lands in Seattle for Reasonable Three-Player Return

53:21 Ryan McMahon and David Bednar Lead the Yankees' Haul

59:14 Taylor Rogers & The Cubs' Moves

1:06:51 The Minnesota Bullpen Gets Cleaned Out

1:16:02 The Royals Make a Few Additions

1:21:55 The Twins Get Away From a Large Share of the Carlos Correa Deal

1:31:57 Late Deals & Small Swaps

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Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss the Cubs' decision to extend President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer earlier this week, trend at the Trade Deadline from the past 25 years thanks to the research of the great Cespedes BBQ Crew, a few traded they would like to see, the surging Reds' deadline outlook, and what Guardians fans might look forward to amidst a disappointing 2025 season.

Rundown

1:26 Jed Hoyer Extended as Cubs President of Baseball Operations

11:20 Isaac Paredes' Hamstring Injury Worse Than Expected

17:56 Eno Seeks Upgrades for Phillies

21:30 Trade Deadline Trends From the Last 25 Years

28:44 Jed Finds a Catcher Upgrade for the Padres

36:16 The Reds Are Heating Up at a Great Time

48:02 Baseball at Bristol; Alternative Venues You'd Like to Play In

54:03 What Do Guardians Fans Have to Look Forward to?

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the passing of Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, whose HOF career influenced a generation of baseball players throughout the 80s and 90s.Plus, they discuss the debut of Carson Whisenhunt, adjusting to new catchers in-season, if measures to preserve the health of pitchers are showing signs of success, and how they would pitch to A's rookie Nick Kurtz, who continues to impress in Year 1.

Rundown

1:14 Cubs Legend Ryne Sandberg Passes Away at Age 65

5:56 Carson Whisenhunt Debuts, Shows Elite Changeup

8:37 Eno's Intrigue w/Carson Seymour

11:41 Danny Jansen to the Brewers; How Difficult Is It to Work with a New Catcher In-Season?

18:06 So, That's Why They Traded for Chris Paddack

24:23 Protecting Pitchers: Is Anything Working?

38:13 Bullpen Trends Over Time

46:48 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Nick Kurtz

59:22 Rich Hill DFA'd by Royals: Can You Name His 14 MLB Teams?

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Eno and DVR discuss Emmanuel Clase's placement on non-disciplinary paid administrative leave through August 31st as MLB's sports betting probe continues. Plus, Ryan McMahon to the Yankees, a flexor strain for Aaron Judge, and a four-homer night from Nick Kurtz to kick off the weekend.

Rundown

0:57 Emmanuel Clase Placed on Non-Disciplinary Paid Administrative Leave as Part of MLB Gambling Investigation

10:33 Ryan McMahon Traded to the Yankees

16:04 Aaron Judge to the IL w/Flexor Strain

20:05 Seth Lugo Signs Extension w/Royals

27:18 Nick Kurtz's Four-Homer Game

32:52 Where the Money Went: Blake Treinen's Return

36:08 Intrigued by Troy Melton?

50:11 A Matt Shaw Comp From Eno

52:34 Rob Manfred Visits the Phillies' Clubhouse

59:06 Thomas White and Trey Yeasavage Are Cooking at Double-A

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Eno and DVR discuss the Mariners' addition of Josh Naylor via trade with the D-backs as the Seattle lineup gets another quality bat while reducing its swing-and-miss, and Taj Bradley's long-term outlook after a demotion to Triple-A.Plus, they discuss a few players to consider for keeper and dynasty leagues as fantasy trade deadlines approach -- including Roki Sasaki and Spencer Jones -- closer options for the O's as they trade relievers *and* have Félix Bautista on the IL, and Senior Hot Dog Correspondent checks into discuss 2025 draftees as ottoneu free agents, and the 'Cincinnati Dog' from Nats Park.

Rundown

2:50 Josh Naylor to the Mariners

13:03 Opportunities in Arizona; Finally Jordan Lawlar Time (Once Healthy)?

16:14 Taj Bradley to Triple-A & Long-Term Outlook w/Rays

23:37 Roki Sasaki as a Fantasy Trade Target?

28:04 Spencer Jones' Big-Time Power, Whiff Concerns

33:25 Dynasty Value of Surprising Breakout Quinn Priester

38:25 Getting Ahead of New Closers Before the Trade Deadline

49:08 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Returns! (2025 draftees in ottoneu)

1:03:11 The Cincinnati Dog: A Rare 'Taste of the Majors' Miss

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss traits that can make pitchers streaky -- beyond having below average command -- and a few surprisingly stable pitchers. Plus, they discuss training and working back from injuries, before the sixth 2025 installment of 'Name! That! Dude!'. 

Rundown

1:38 What Causes Streakiness in Pitchers?

10:00 Pitching Through Injuries a Frequent Culprit?

16:09 Justin Verlander's Lack of Seam-Shifted Offerings

22:18 Sandy Alcantara's Surprising Stability in 2023 (Pre-Surgery)

27:51 How Should Pitchers Work Back From Injuries?

40:22: The Importance of 'Breaks' & Deceleration 

47:09 Name! That! Dude! (2025 Season Series Entering This Episode: Trevor 5, Eno 0)

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Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few news and notes including two injury updates from the Rays, Austin Riley's delayed return from an abdominal injury, and a very rare day off for Bobby Witt Jr. before exploring productive players with extremely high chase rates (O-swing%) including Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Jackson Chourio, and how that trait tends to age by examining the paths of Luis Robert Jr. and Javier Báez.

Rundown

1:07 Brandon Lowe to the IL & a Setback for Shane McClanahan

4:00 Austin Riley's Delayed Return from the IL

7:42 Bobby Witt Jr.'s Rare Day Off

11:23 It Doesn't Age Well, but Maybe Chasing A Lot Isn't Always Bad?

14:39 Pete Crow-Armstrong & Chasing Relative to Swinging In Zone

21:26 A Case for Missing More Often Outside the Zone?

24:24 Learning From Javier Báez and Luis Robert Jr.

32:37 Ceddanne Rafaela's In-Zone Adjustment

37:49 Chasing A Lot Adds Pressure on Pitches You Should Hit

45:04 So, Would You Trade for Luis Robert Jr.?

51:16 Relaying Info From the Basepaths (Saturday in Atlanta)

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Eno, DVR and Britt discuss the Dodgers' recent slide and DVR's increasing concern about Mookie Betts' lost power in 2025 on the heels of a spring illness that caused him to lose 20-plus pounds. Plus, they examine the Blue Jays' position atop the AL East and their need for an impact starting pitcher as they look for summer upgrades, and a few takeaways from Eno and DVR's Trade Value lists from the Crowdsourced Trade Value tool at FanGraphs (https://www.fangraphs.com/tools/crowdsourced-trade-value).

Rundown

1:29 What Are the Dodgers Actually Worried About?

2:50 Mookie Betts' Missing Pop

11:53 Slumps Are Just a Symptom of a Long Season

18:59 Projecting Record Based on Reactions, the Giants Would be the Rockies

20:11 Do You Buy the Blue Jays as AL East Winners, World Series Contender?

37:08 FanGraphs' Crowdsourced Trade Value Tool

49:55 What Really Happened at Tiger Stadium on July 16, 1995?

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Eno is back from Germany and he rejoins DVR to discuss a few news items from the weekend including an IL stint for Isaac Paredes, an intriguing pitcher in Texas, the inconsistency of Jesús Luzardo and the idea of a 'streaky' pitcher, Jorge Polanco's massive strikeout rate improvement, and intriguing waiver-wire targets from the first weekend after the All-Star break.

Rundown

0:00 Intro Starts

6:11 Another Position Player Injury for the Astros

11:34 An Intriguing Starting Pitcher Waiting in the Wings for the Rangers?

18:40 Jesús Luzardo: A Deep Dive

27:12 How Did Jorge Polanco Cut His Strikeout Rate This Much?

34:50 Criteria to Consider for Decisions Between Very Similar Players

44:53 Where the Money Went: Luke Keaschall and a Potential Crowd in Minnesota, This Weekend's Waiver Wire Pickups

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DVR is joined by Clay Link, RotoWire's Senior MLB Editor to discuss takeaways from the season so far and a few potential weekend waiver-wire targets. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah is back to talk trad and considerations in ottoneu and keeper leagues, before a brief foray into 'not dogs'.

Rundown

2:44 Takeaways From the 2025 Season So Far

7:55 News & Notes: Connor Norby, Shane Bieber & Dane Dunning

20:34 One Pitcher You're Banking on for Second-Half Rebound

27:51 Top 10 Position Players So Far (FanGraphs Player Rater)

34:56 Zebby Matthews: Progressing in Rehab Assignment

38:25 Andrew Painter: Still a Good Redraft Stash?

41:57 Players You Like Despite Shaky Projections

45:30 Angel Martínez: Significant Role in Cleveland

50:07 Yanquiel Fernández: Enough PT for Deep Leagues?

56:51 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Joins the Show!

57:21 Trading Away Pricey Stars in Keeper Leagues

1:23:01 'Not Dogs' Hot Dog Bowls, and Half Smokes?

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DVR is joined by Stephen Nesbitt to discuss All-Star Week festivities -- including Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby win, a swing-off that delivered on a big stage, and a stunning visual tribute to Hank Aaron that missed a critically important detail. Plus, they look at several second-half storylines including the Red Sox's shift back toward Trade Deadline buyers despite trading Rafael Devers to the Giants in June, teams with a short window to change their Deadline plans, and a few potential risers and fallers over the course of the second half.

Rundown

1:16 Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby Win

4:32 The All-Star Game 'Swing-Off' Delivered

11:25 A Stunning Hank Aaron Tribute Missing a Critically Important Detail

Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run, as called by Vin Scully: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjqYThEVoSQ

17:55 Red Sox and Giants' Trade Deadline Plans

27:28 Pick 1 to Make the Playoffs: Padres, Red Sox & Giants

31:35 One Team Under 20% Playoff Odds (per FanGraphs) That You See Rallying Back

38:22 Wondering About the Tigers' Deadline Approach

43:21 Will the Astros Maintain Their AL West Lead as Injuries Mount?

47:45 Hitter's Season Most Likely To Turn Around

54:43 Unsustainable Levels From Excellent First Half

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DVR is joined by Keith Law to discuss a few takeaways from the 2025 MLB Draft including Eli Willits as the Nationals' choice with the first overall pick, the entirely unsurprising selection of Ethan Holliday by the Rockies, the Angels' decision to take Tyler Bremner over Kade Anderson, Liam Doyle and Jamie Arnold at No. 2, intriguing risk-reward gambles from Day 1, and much more.

Rundown

3:17 Eli Willits Goes to the Nationals at 1.1 & Decisions Thereafter

9:15 Fast Tracks for Several First-Round Pitchers?

13:59 Seth Hernandez to the Pirates, Elevated Risk with HS Pitching

17:59 Pitchers More Likely to Choose College Thanks to NIL Opportunities?

21:37 The Angels Select Tyler Bremner w/Second Pick

26:47 Aiva Arquette Lands in Miami

33:19 Liam Doyle to the Cardinals; Pitching Changes On Tap in St. Louis

38:22 Billy Carlson and the White Sox's Bet on Developing a Better Hit Tool

48:01 Are High School Hitters Getting Better? (Maybe a Lot Better)

53:18 Kruz Schoolcraft and Intriguing Risk-Reward

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DVR is joined by Ryan Bloomfield of Baseball HQ to discuss First Pitch Arizona 2025 (Nov. 6th-9th), long-term targets to stash, and a few players to consider on the waiver wire this weekend. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah checks in with a report from T-Mobile Park in Seattle, where Sumo Dog comes through with a contender for 'Best Dog of the Season'. 

Rundown

3:14 First Pitch Arizona Registrations are Open! 

https://www.baseballhq.com/pricing/first-pitch-arizona-2025

7:18 Brice Matthews Gets the Call to Houston

11:43 Updates: Hunter Greene, Cole Ragans & Blake Snell

17:02 Stashing Samuel Basallo in Redraft Leagues?

20:47 Would You Rather (Rest of 2025): Cam Schlittler v. Emmet Sheehan

23:22 Other Pitchers You're Stashing Now in Long-Term Formats

32:59 Hitters to Stash in Long-Term Formats

37:09 Would You Rather (Rest of 2025): Tyler Freeman v. Colt Keith

40:37 Waiver-Wire Bats to Consider

54:50 Mailbag: Which Post-TJS Pitchers Do You Target?

1:01:54 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Joins the Show!

1:11:57 2025 MLB Draft Class Availability in Ottoneu Leagues

1:17:59 Starting an Ottoneu League During the All-Star Break 

1:21:50 Sumo Dog at T-Mobile Park A Contender for 'Best Dog of the Season'

1:26:45 'The Seattle Dog' Not As Pictured

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DVR and Trevor discuss the return of Tyler Glasnow and the debut of Cam Schlittler before Trevor breaks down how pitchers could utilize the swing data at Baseball Savant against hitters. Plus, they share a few relievers with future closer potential, and take a quick look at the ERA v. SIERA leaderboard to see where the regression monster is most likely to strike after the All-Star break.

Rundown

1:44 Tyler Glasnow is Back; Is His Arsenal?

5:06 Cam Schlittler's Big League Debut

9:56 Keeping an Eye on Byron Buxton After HBP on Wednesday

11:51 How Pitchers Can use Swing Data in Game Planning

23:18 Corbin Carroll and Swing Path Tilt Adjustments

28:27 Why Does Oneil Cruz Get Beat in the Zone Despite Elite Bat Speed?

35:30 The Search for Future Closers

50:32 Fearing the Regression Monster: SIERA v. ERA Differences

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DVR and Jed discuss Patrick Bailey's improbable inside-the-park walk-off homer against the Phillies, and Manny Machado's path to 3,000 hits after he reached 2,000 earlier this week, before digging into five underperforming hitters (all under 26) in search of rebounds in the second half or beyond.

Rundown

0:50 An Unusual Finish in San Francisco

4:15 Manny Machado's Path to 3,000 Hits

10:25 JJ Wetherholt & Moving Defensively

16:06 Royce Lewis' 2025 Struggles Due to Injury?

23:39 Jordan Walker: What's Behind Rising K%?

31:40 Michael Harris II: Contact Quality Dip

40:59 Oneil Cruz: Massive Second Half On Tap?

46:14 Francisco Alvarez: Caught Between Approaches?

53:18 Does the All-Star Game Need a Tweak?

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DVR and Britt discuss several first-time All-Stars including four starters in the 2025 Midsummer Classic, superstars on that stage for the first time like Pete Crow-Armstrong and James Wood, and a few veterans getting the nod on the strength of outstanding first-half performances. Plus, they discuss Britt's recent story of an MLBPA investigation into agent Yasser Mendez following allegations of financial misconduct.

Rundown

1:44 Stories of First-Time All-Stars & Starters

7:03 Does Cal Raleigh Pass the "Neighbor Test"?

14:19 Shane Smith: Second Rule 5 Pick to Make ASG in Draft Year

18:11 Kyle Stowers & A Late Breakout

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28:24 MacKenzie Gore and Questions About Patience for the New Front Office in D.C.

42:11 MLBPA Investigating Allegations of Financial Misconduct Against Agent Yasser Mendez

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Eno and DVR discuss the return of Brandon Woodruff, Corbin Carroll's surprisingly quick activation from the IL, likely Tommy John surgery for Clarke Schmidt, a midseason rollback of Drew Rasmussen's workload, the arrival of Colson Montgomery, the Nats' decision to part ways with Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez, and where the money went during the weekend.

Rundown

2:46 Brandon Woodruff's Return to the Brewers' Rotation

11:14 Corbin Carroll is Back

14:48 Clarke Schmidt Likely to Undergo Tommy John Surgery

21:38 Colson Montgomery Promoted by White Sox

28:57 Drew Rasmussen's Mid-Summer Role Tweak for Innings Management

33:20 Nats Fire Mike Rizzo & Davey Martinez

47:23 Mailbag: Team Quality & Save Opportunities

52:45 Where the Money Went: This Weekend's Waiver Wire Pickups

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Eno and DVR discuss the 3,000-strikeout milestone for Clayton Kershaw, injuries to Max Muncy and Spencer Schwellenbach, a demotion for Josh Jung, and an opportunity for Colby Thomas with the A's. Plus, they dig into weekend waiver-wire targets before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah ahead of the Fourth of July Weekend.

Rundown

1:29 3,000 Strikeouts for Clayton Kershaw

5:55 Who Else Will Reach The 3,000-Strikeout Milestone?

10:04 Max Muncy's Early Exit w/Knee Injury

12:48 Spencer Schwellenbach to the IL w/Elbow Fracture

22:07 Josh Jung to Triple-A, A DVR Miss

27:16 Luis Ortiz: On Paid Leave During Gambling Probe

32:15 Colby Thomas: Nothing Left to Prove at Triple-A?

40:50 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Returns! (The Texas Dog delivers at Nats Park, and Six Picks strategy talk)

1:04:05 Otto Lopez's Push to Shallow League Utility

1:13:55 Hayden Birdsong's 2025 Struggles

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Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss the three division leaders in the American League, examining the strengths and weaknesses of the Astros, Tigers, and Yankees with the Trade Deadline looming at the end of the month. Plus, they explore how offense has held up to 2024 levels despite the increased drag on the baseball this season.

Rundown

1:03 Yordan Alvarez's Setback & Increasing Needs for a Left-Handed Bat in Houston

10:13 Balancing Team Spending Limits w/Available Upgrades

20:59 The Tigers Have a Commanding Lead in the Central

36:53 Yankees Under Pressure in the AL East

47:52 Drag on the Baseball is Up, But Offense is Steady

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Eno and DVR discuss the three division leaders in the National League, examining the strengths and weaknesses of the Phillies, Cubs, and Dodgers with the Trade Deadline looming at the end of the month. Plus, they check in on the Nats' rebuild, where the return in the Juan Soto trade hasn't been supplemented with enough to push the club into playoff contention.

Rundown

1:07 The Phillies Atop the East; Will They Stay There?

15:54 The Cubs Attempt to Hold Off the Brewers and Cardinals

29:28 Separation for the Dodgers in the West

39:17 Checking In on the Nationals' Rebuild

46:23 A Surprising Stat From the Nationals (2020-2025)

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Eno and DVR discuss an IL stint for Jeremy Peña, a health issue that has forced Ron Washington to step away from managing the Angels for the duration of the 2025 season, and the passing of Hall of Famer Dave Parker at the age 74. Plus, they take a look at the rolling one-year leaderboard for hitters in hopes of finding long-term trade targets on the struggling side, and a few pleasant surprises, before discussing where the money went with free-agent pickups this week.

Rundown

2:49 Jeremy Peña to the IL w/Rib Fracture

4:59 Checking in on the Angels as Ron Washington Steps Down for the Rest of 2025

13:16 Dave Parker Passes Away at Age 74

18:15 One-Year Leaderboard: Struggling Hitters

27:56 Adley Rutschman: A Year Packed w/Injuries

33:55 Top-10 wOBA Surprises: Eugenio Suárez, Cal Raleigh & Brent Rooker

36:05 Riley Greene v. Corbin Carroll; Is Average Undervalued In Many Leagues?

43:57 Mookie Betts: 2024 Injury & 2025 Illness Dragging Production Down

50:04 Where the Money Went: Roster Spackle Galore

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Eno and DVR discuss good news for Zach Neto, whose return from shoulder surgery has gone well in the first half of the season, another injury in the Mets' rotation, and a verdict in the Wander Franco case. Plus, they discuss a surprising multi-year move of Globe Life Field into a pitcher-friendly environment, and weekend waiver-wire targets before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about a few ottoneu trends and a big culinary swing at Progressive Field in Cleveland.

Rundown

1:37 Zach Neto: Good News on Follow-Up for Shoulder

5:22 A Potential Long-Term Absence for Griffin Canning

9:24 HBPs Reaching an All-Time High (J-Ram & Vlad Jr. day-to-day)

13:13 A Verdict in the Wander Franco Case

16:39 Globe Life Field Is Changing, Reasons TBD

27:46 Hitters of Interest: A Single-Catcher Shuffle & Joey Ortiz Is Waking Up

38:05 Pitchers of Interest: Charlie Morton Back on the Shallow League Radar?

46:17 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Returns! (Jacob Lopez's rising roster rates, Didier Fuentes' long-term appeal, and Wenceel Pérez adds thump)

1:08:48 What Is Happening in Cleveland?

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a highly-anticipated matchup between Paul Skenes and Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski, and the different approaches the two pitchers bring to the table. Plus, they discuss the foundation necessary for a pitcher to become an eventual Cy Young Award contender or future ace, before a collaborative draft of the 2025 rookie starting pitchers.

Rundown

0:51 Jacob Misiorowski v. Paul Skenes

4:54 Skenes' Early Career Adjustments, Planning Ahead for Future Velocity Decline?

10:05 Misiorowski's Long-Term Ceiling

14:45 Tarik Skubal and the Multi-Year Path to Elite Levels

22:08 Eno's Criteria for Eventual Aces

32:38 A Collaborative Rookie Starting Pitcher Draft

43:29 Beyond Our Top-Five

57:06 Recapping the Top-15

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Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss Chase Burns' impressive big-league debut against the Yankees, an ugly fan incident in Chicago against D-backs second baseman Ketel Marte, and the Cubs' choice of Cade Horton over Ben Brown in their rotation with the return of Shota Imanaga, before taking a deep dive into the AL playoff picture with a focus on the third Wild Card spots.

Rundown

2:55 Chase Burns' Impressive Debut

9:05 Abusive Fan Ejected (and Banned) After Heckling Ketel Marte

14:49 The Cubs Choose Cade Horton over Ben Brown (Optioned to Triple-A)

21:52 Buying the Mariners, Rays, and Jays as AL Wild Cards?

30:51 The Rays Are Surprising (Some of Us) Again

43:24 Team(s) Most Likely to Pass Current Wild Card Holders

49:21 Can the Twins Recover in 2025?

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Eno and DVR discuss Corbin Carroll to the IL as another injury hampers the D-backs, one benefit of choosing to trade away players ahead of the Trade Deadline, the Reds' decision to DFA Jeimer Candelario, and Kenley Jansen's abrupt exit Monday. Plus, the current league leaders in "Combo Meals", James Wood's first full year in the big leagues, Ben Brown's underperformance relative to ERA estimators, and a few trades we would like to see as a birthday present to Eno, courtesy of the Trade Master 3000.

Rundown

1:32 Corbin Carroll Headed to IL w/Chip Fracture in Wrist

7:57 Benefits of Deciding to Trade Players Away Early

14:55 Kenley Jansen's Early Exit, Jeimer Candelario DFA'd

17:58 Does Byron Buxton Leads MLB in Combo Meals?

24:54 Ben Brown and Falling Short of Indicators

40:27 Clay Holmes' Rest-of-Season Value, Fade Concerns?

48:04 Trade Master 3000: Jacob deGrom (assuming he would waive his No-Trade clause), Cedric Mullins & Taylor Ward

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Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend around the league including the announcement that Chase Burns will make his Reds debut Tuesday night against the Yankees. Plus, key injuries to Chris Sale and Adley Rutschman, awaiting MRI results on Corbin Carroll, Francisco Alvarez's demotion to Triple-A, and where the money went with pickups in fantasy baseball leagues over the weekend.

Rundown

2:18 Chase Burns to Debut on Tuesday v. Yankees

6:59 Corbin Carroll's Thumb Injury; D-backs' Offense Continues to Roll

12:16 Chris Sale's Fractured Rib Cage; Opportunity for Didier Fuentes

18:29 Adley Rutschman's Absence Through the All-Star Break

20:15 Francisco Alvarez Optioned to Triple-A

27:30 Injury Follow-Ups and Other News

32:08 Moving Quickly Ranking Rookie Pitchers

40:00 Where the Money Went, Brady House's Interesting Approach

53:49 Lingering Concern About Max Scherzer's Thumb?

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Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's decision to demote Kristian Campbell to Triple-A, a benches-clearing sequence between the Padres and Dodgers on Thursday hours after the Dodgers denied ICE access to the Dodger Stadium parking lot, and fan ejections during a doubleheader between the Pirates and Tigers, before looking ahead at a few players to consider as waiver-wire pickups this weekend.

Rundown

2:43 Kristian Campbell: Headed to Triple-A

11:14 Padres-Dodgers Finds a New Level

17:01 The Bigger Story: Dodgers Deny ICE Access to Stadium Parking Lots

22:37 Multiple Ejections at Comerica During Pirates-Tigers Doubleheader

25:35 Lars Nootbaar and Tough Shallow League Decisions

31:45 Most Added & Dropped Hitters (6.20.25, CBS)

40:21 Parker Meadows' Falling Projections

46:17 Michael Harris II: Projections Holding Up Despite Disappointing First Half

51:51 Jo Adell: Continues to Hold K% Improvement

54:44 Most Added & Dropped Pitchers (6.20.25, CBS)

1:03:29 Essential for Left-Handed Starters to Get Grounders in Houston?

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Cal Raleigh's place atop the home-run leaderboard and what it might take for him to main a pace necessary to take AL MVP Honors away from Aaron Judge before taking a deep dive into the importance of good communication in the wake of the Rafael Devers trade Sunday and recent comments from Nationals manager Davey Martinez.

Rundown

1:45 Cal Raleigh Atop MLB's Home-Run Leaderboard

6:36 The Always Difficult Case of a Catcher for MVP

10:29 Tylor Megill to the IL w/UCL Sprain

13:56 Typical Communication to Teams Following a Trade

19:18 Creating a Balanced Relationship Between Front Office and Players

24:59 Why Is There So Much Turnover with Decision-Makers in Boston?

28:26 There Were Baseball Reasons for the Deal

42:28 The Overuse of "Clubhouse Cancer" Labels

56:48 Returning From Tommy John Surgery

1:06:33 Name! That! Dude! (2025 Season Series: Trevor 4, Eno 0)

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Eno and DVR discuss Shohei Ohtani's first outing back in the big leagues after having Tommy John surgery in September of 2023, and the return of Logan Gilbert from a flexor strain, before acknowledging several pitchers who have received very little attention on the show over the course of the season.

Rundown

0:41 Shohei Ohtani's First Start on the Mound Since 2023

8:43 Logan Gilbert: 10 Strikeouts in Return from IL

11:26 Carlos Rodón Is Healthy and Pitching Great

17:31 Checking In: DVR's Extreme Risk Pitcher Build

23:05 Robbie Ray & Logan Webb

28:38 Jack Flaherty's Quietly Productive Season

32:30 Is Brayan Bello Unlocking A New Level with His Cutter?

34:12 José Soriano's Underwhelming Results Despite Electric Velo

36:48 What Happened to Bailey Ober?

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Andrew Baggarly joins Eno and DVR to discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Rafael Devers to the Giants in a stunning five-player swap Sunday, the Giants' increasing commitment at a group of four position players, and the rising importance of Bryce Eldridge's development as a defender.Plus, Eno shares a few comps for Kyle Harrison, and they wonder how the Red Sox might attempt to reallocate the money they no longer have to pay Devers, before discussing Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching and where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.

Rundown

0:28 The Giants Acquire Rafael Devers in Five-Player Deal with Red Sox

0:55 How Much Better Are the Giants w/Devers?

3:04 Have We Overestimated the Difference Between Buster Posey & Farhan Zaidi?

7:02 Becoming Less Risk-Averse

9:56 Other Moves on the Horizon?

14:44 More Importance on Bryce Eldrige's Defensive Development

22:24 Devers' Fit at Oracle Park

29:18 A Step Backward to Hopefully Take a Step Forward?

34:11 Kyle Harrison's Long-Term Outlook

38:10 Shohei Ohtani is Ready to Pitch in Games Again

44:27 Jackson Merrill to the Concussion IL & More Injury Notes

58:54 Where the Money Went: Father's Day Weekend 2025 Edition

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Eno and DVR discuss the increased drag on the baseball in 2025 and consider the related impact on xStats. Plus, Aaron Civale gets his wish, Jacob Misiorowski shows electric stuff in his big-league debut, and Christian Moore is on his way to Anaheim. 

Rundown

1:03 Aaron Civale Traded to the White Sox for Andrew Vaughn

7:13 Christian Moore Joins the Halos

13:33 The Impact of Increased Drag on the Ball in 2025

26:50 Weekend Waiver Preview: Hitters of Interest

36:04 Brenton Doyle v. Jo Adell and Other Power-Speed Combo Players

42:26 Connor Norby Has Runway, Can He Turn It Into Shallow League Value?

46:38 Jacob Misiorowski: Electric Stuff in MLB Debut

54:43 Ben Casparius: An Opportunity to Make a Few Starts?

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Eno and DVR discuss another round of news including Trevor May's induction in the Reading Baseball Hall of Fame, Tommy John surgery for Jackson Jobe, and a rotator cuff injury for Cole Ragans. Plus, they discuss the 'Urgency Index' of Trade Deadline needs, before looking at several hitters they've rarely discussed this season including Jeremy Peña, Hunter Goodman, and Ozzie Albies. 

Rundown

1:19 Congrats, Trevor!

2:26 Jackson Jobe: Will Undergo Tommy John Surgery

10:44 Cole Ragans: Returns to IL w/Rotator Cuff Strain

13:54 Aaron Civale: Requests a Trade Out of Milwaukee

16:26 The 'Urgency Index 1.0' Teams In Need of Impact Starting Pitchers

21:31 Thinking Outside the Box For Another SP on the Trade Market

27:15 Kodai Senga: IL-Bound w/Hamstring Injury

29:46 Listener Submissions: Hitters We've Largely Ignored

47:33 Isaac Paredes: Back to Tapping Into Pull Power

51:28 Ozzie Albies: Where Did the Power Go?

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Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few injury-related news items including updates on Aaron Nola, Matt Chapman, Bryce Miller and Justin Martinez, plus a few surprises from The Athletic's (anonymous) 2025 MLB player poll. They also dig into information hitters might be interested in when preparing for a particular series, using Pete Alonso's new approach as inspiration for a theoretical matchup against the Astros.

Rundown

1:21 A Rib Cage Stress Reaction for Aaron Nola

4:15 Matt Chapman: Will See Hand Specialist This Week

10:19 The Athletic's 2025 MLB Player Poll

($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6406636

23:33 Managers That Players Want to Play For

30:15 What Information Do You Want About Opposing Pitchers?

37:46 A Game Plan for Pete Alonso v. Framber Valdez

47:59 Do Hitters Value Information About Usage Tendencies?

52:27 Hunter Brown and the Value of Two Very Good Fastballs

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With: Jed Lowrie

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Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's promotion of Roman Anthony and the future logjam in the outfield once Wilyer Abreu eventually returns from the IL. Plus, the return of Eury Pérez, the Brewers' upcoming promotion of Jacob Misiorowski, and a return trip to the IL for Bryce Miller.

Plus, The Athletic's Dennis Lin drops by to discuss the Padres, including the rash of pitching injuries that have impacted the rotation, Xander Bogaerts' lost power, and how A.J. Preller could still find a way to make additions at the Trade Deadline in July.

Finally, Eno and DVR take a quick look at the NL Playoff Picture in search of teams that can significantly change their direction in the next seven weeks.

Rundown

1:09 Roman Anthony Promoted by Red Sox

13:01 Jacob Misiorowski to Join Brewers on Thursday as Starter

20:06 Eury Pérez: Makes Return From Tommy John Surgery

25:37 Denzel Clarke is Amazing

30:53 Dennis Lin Joins the Show to Talk Padres

47:48 June Check-In: NL Playoff Picture Connecting Buyers & Sellers

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Guest: Dennis Lin

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Eno and DVR discuss the confirmation that Corbin Burnes needs Tommy John surgery, the impact his absence will have on the D-backs' rotation, the best pitchers in the minors yet to make their MLB debuts, how they approach weekly spending in FAAB leagues, and where the money went over the weekend -- including pickups of Bryce Elder and Michael McGreevy as teams continue to search for viable pitching help.

Rundown

1:49 Corbin Burnes Needs Tommy John Surgery

9:03 What's Next for the Diamondbacks?

15:26 Brandon Pfaadt's Low Strikeout Rate & Overall Struggles

21:39 Who Is The Best Pitcher Yet to Debut?

32:33 Other News & Notes: Julio Rodríguez, Kyle Teel, Justin Verlander and LaMonte Wade Jr.

45:19 Managing Budgets Over the Entire Season

54:44 Where the Money Went: Jac, CES, Jo Adell, Bryce Elder & Michael McGreevy

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Eno and DVR discuss the recent struggles of Royce Lewis, Jorge Polanco's cool down in May following a torrid start to the season, comps for Parker Meadows now that he's returned from the IL, Ronny Mauricio's path to short-term playing time with Mark Vientos on the IL expectations for Eury Pérez as he returns from Tommy John surgery, and other weekend waiver-wire and roster decisions to consider, before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about two recent 'Taste of the Majors' adventures at Nationals Park.

Rundown

2:17 News & Notes: Kyle Tucker, Francisco Lindor, Josh Naylor, Brandon Woodruff, and Shane Bieber

12:48 Hitters of Interest for Jac Caglianone Week

14:39 Royce Lewis & Matt McLain Falling Off Shallow League Rosters

20:09 Parker Meadows Comps From ATC

25:33 Cole Young and Jacob Melton as Deep League Targets?

28:31 Eury Pérez's Upcoming Return & Shallow League Movers

33:59 Lance McCullers: Will Approach With Limited Fastballs Work?

47:57 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Joins the Show!

1:01:20 A Chicago Hot Dog at Nationals Park Isn't a Chicago Dog At All

1:18:15 Deeper League Pitchers on the Radar

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a lengthy absence of Pablo López following a Grade 2 teres major strain, and wonder if Chase Burns' arrival in Cincinnati might come earlier than expected with Hunter Greene's return to the IL. Plus, they dig into the regression cases of several starting pitchers -- including the always puzzling Andrew Abbott, Kris Bubic, Casey Mize, and several others.

Rundown

0:42 Pablo Lopez: Out 8-12 Weeks

6:18 An Opportunity for David Festa

8:03 Hunter Greene Goes Back on the IL

11:50 Another Attempt to Understand Andrew Abbott's Success

19:29 2025 ERA v. Rest-of-Season Projections (OOPSY/ppERA)

25:43 Nathan Eovaldi's Tendency to Lose Velocity In Season

32:10 The Best Version of Casey Mize We've Seen?

41:02 Tyler Mahle's Low K% Will Become a Problem

44:14 Should You Worry About Jacob deGrom's Last Two Starts?

48:30 Checking In on the Drag on the Baseball

54:58 How Would Dynamic Daily Park Factors Impact Your Game Plan?

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Eno, Jed and DVR discuss the highly-anticipated debut of Jac Caglianone on Tuesday night, and take a quick stroll down memory lane to remember Jed's debut back on April 15, 2008. Plus, they discuss the diminished stuff from Spencer Strider, Corbin Burnes' second opinion, and Eury Pérez's upcoming return to the Marlins' rotation, before looking at the way in which park factors might not be capturing unique park effects.

Rundown

1:23 Jac Caglianone's Debut with the Royals

6:14 Jed's Major League Debut

13:55 Elite Bat Speed Already on Display

20:10 Corbin Burnes Seeks Second Opinion & Expecting Changes From Spencer Strider

29:12 The Giants Shuffle Up a Few Roster Spots

37:37 How Well Do Park Factors Capture Park Effects?

56:24 A Seemingly Unavoidable Collision Leads to an Ejection

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With: Jed Lowrie

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Eno is joined by Eric Samulski of Rotoworld to talk about a busyyyy weekend of news. A lot of call-ups, injuries and moves this weekend. Also, they talk about where the money went in some of the moves of the weekend.

Rundown

4:57- Jac Caglianone called up by KC

9:40- Corbin Burnes is hurt

14:57- Mookie Betts fractures toe

20:54- Varsho & Santander on the IL for Toronto

24:27- Mick Abel is back for Philly

28:15- Eovaldi heads to the IL

35:20- Yordan Álvarez return delayed

43:45- Coby Mayo gets called back up

47:10- Cole Young called up by Seattle

56:05- Possible moves for the Giants?

57:15- Rockies make a move at 1B

58:12- Jobe heads to the IL

1:00:14- Where the Money Went

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Eno is joined by Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to talk about some of the upcoming prospects to look for soon in the big leagues and some names that are making a push to get into the upcoming Top 100 list. Also, Eno breaks down some of the big news of the day and talks about some Weekend Waiver picks to click.

Rundown

1:20- Rays Option Chandler Simpson

2:20- Marlins designate Ronny Simon & Matt Mervis

4:20- Marlins call up Heriberto Hernandez

4:59- AJ Smith Shawver goes on the 60 day IL

5:22- Mike Trout is Back

6:46- Dodgers trade for Alexis Diaz

9:50- Yankees change positions for a few players

12:22- Royals release Hunter Renfroe

12:40- Jordan Lawlar sent down by the D-backs

14:08- Geoff Pontes of Baseball America joins us

15:48- Prospects to look out for soon in the big leagues

41:20- Potential Top 100 additions

50:55- Weekend Waivers

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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.

Rundown

1:20- Young Players that might be called up soon

6:12- Tim Anderson DFA'd by the Angels

9:36- Doval moved back to the Giants closer

14;12- Best Relievers in the last 4 years

19:07- Jason Adam breakdown

25:59- Griffin Jax breakdown

28:27- Tanner Scott breakdown

33:46- Jeff Hoffman breakdown

38:36- Graham Ashcroft look ahead

40:38- Jeremiah Estrada look ahead

44:14- Randy Rodriguez look ahead

48:10- Will Vest look ahead

51:00- Relievers to look for in the future & their best pitches

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