Fantasy Baseball Today

It's our first Kokomo Friday of 2021! To commemorate the occasion, we have Vlad Sedler join us on the podcast. We start off with a little rapid-fire for Vlad (3:07). ... We don't have much news but Trevor Bauer is apparently down to two teams while Dexter Fowler was traded to the Angels (8:38). ... What is your general strategy in Roto leagues (12:20)? Do you have any rules to follow while drafting? Do you ever punt categories? Why does Vlad like Juan Soto over Ronald Acuña? ... Now we move on to starting pitcher strategy for 2021 (20:45). Attack pitching early in drafts? ... Seeing as how Vlad is a Dodger fan, he sees them up close. Is he worried about Buehler or Kershaw (20:45)? Who is his favorite Dodger SP to draft? ... How should one attack closers in Roto drafts (34:31)? Should you draft them early and often or go with quantity over quality? ... What's the best way to manage your FAAB in-season (40:20)? Are two-start pitchers dead? How should you bid on prospects and stream hitters? ... Vlad explains his love for Vlad Jr. (51:07). ... We play a little game for Guess Who to find the next Christian Yelich (54:52)? ... We wrap up with some Super Bowl predictions. ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

H2H Categories Mock Draft Results- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/2021-fantasy-baseball-draft-prep-head-to-head-categories-mock-for-those-who-play-yahoo-h2h/ We have a bunch to get to but first, who would win in an arm wrestling match? Scott or Frank? ... We have movement! Nelson Cruz has re-signed with the Twins (2:44). Should he be the first UTIL-only bat off the board? ... Alex Colome has also signed with the Twins (8:39). How will they distribute their saves between Colome and Taylor Rogers? ... In other bullpen news, we have Joakim Soria to the Diamondbacks and Sean Doolittle to the Reds (13:40). WHO CLOSES FOR EACH TEAM? ... Kolten Wong signed with the Brewers, which means Keston Hiura is moving to first base (17:00)! ... Chris Archer re-signed with the Rays while the Phillies added Matt Moore and Chase Anderson (19:50). ... On to our H2H Categories mock draft (26:59)! What's the general approach in this format? ... Scott and Frank both chose to punt steals on offense, but who did it better (34:10)? ... On the pitching side, Frank went with a pseudo Marmol Strategy known as the "2x4" while Scott went more balanced (42:10). ... Jameson Taillon was on the podcast with Danny and Will yesterday and his this to say about his mechanics and velocity (52:33). We end the podcast answering your questions! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks are back and will be joined by Yankees starting pitcher Jameson Taillon later in the podcast! First up, Dustin Pedroia is retiring from baseball (1:45). Will has some funny stories about Pedroia! ... Which players who missed 2020 will make an impact in 2021 (8:27)? The guys start with Luis Severino. ... When should we expect Noah Syndergaard (11:45)? ... What can Yordan Alvarez do when healthy (15:46)? .... How good can Shohei Ohtani be (18:00)? ... Jameson Taillon joins the show (25:40)! ... Taillon talks about his new mechanics, adding spin to his breaking ball, and where his velocity is at (27:54). ... How does it feel going from the Pirates to the Yankees (30:39)? ... How has his rehab been coming off his second Tommy John surgery (34:40)? ... What has he heard about a potential delay to the MLB season (36:25)? How does Taillon feel about expanded playoffs? ... Given everything he's been through, did Taillon ever consider retirement (40:45)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've got snow in New York but we also have Ariel Cohen! What are Ariel's thoughts on Nolan Arenado in St. Louis (3:00)? Arenado or Devers? ... Not much news today but Alex Cobb was traded to the Angels and JT Realmuto is 100% healthy (4:35). ... What goes into the process for ATC projections (11:30)? What about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.s projections? ... What are volatility metrics in projections (18:08)? ... Scott's rankings vs. ATC (22:52)! Let's debate Alex Bregman. ... If you've ever wondered, ATC's projections are 50th percentile outcomes (29:57). ... Scott vs. ATC, this time Zac Gallen (31:25). Is he worth his current ADP? ... How do projections weigh skills vs. playing time (35:56)? For example, how does it view a pitcher like Tony Gonsolin who might not have a rotation spot? ... Frank vs. ATC, this time with Austin Meadows (39:35). ... We wrap up with some salary cap draft strategy conversation (47:41)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Now that we had the weekend to process the reported Nolan Arenado trade, would Scott still take Rafael Devers over Arenado? ... Which rookie will make the biggest impact in 2021 (3:25)? How does Ian Anderson compare to veteran starting pitchers being drafted in the same range? ... On to news and notes, Didi Gregorius re-signed with the Phillies (7:55)? The MLB has proposed a deal to the player's association that would delay the season a month. What's the latest on that? ... We're starting the 2021 all-rookie team with our pitchers who include Triston McKenzie and Michael Kopech (22:45). ... What should we expect from Dylan Carlson (28:21)? Alex Kirilloff needs more love. ... Will Alejandro Kirk play enough and will Bobby Dalbec overcome his strikeouts (34:15)? ... Nick Madrigal should provide speed but will he be healthy (39:47)? ... Are we concerned with Ke'Bryan Hayes' team context plus when will Wander Franco debut (42:20)? ... We wrap up with our first-year player draft rankings (47:41). Spencer Torkelson is number one and then what? Where do international signings fit in? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Nolan Arenado has reportedly been dealt to the St. Louis Cardinals for pitcher Austin Gomber, two prospects, and potentially more. How will Arenado perform outside of Coors Field? Do you drop Arenado behind Rafael Devers now? ... Should we downgrade Trevor Story (9:15)? Which Rockies will earn more playing time without Arenado? ... Should we upgrade Paul Goldschmidt, Paul DeJong and Dylan Carlson (12:30)? Eddie Rosario also signed a one-year deal with the Cleveland Indians (14:12). What does this do for his Fantasy value and does it make us feel better about Jose Ramirez? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Let's have some fun with some "who is this year's (blank)" but first JT Realmuto has re-upped with the Phillies (2:35)! ... Marcus Semien signed a huge one-year deal with the Blue Jays (6:31). What does this mean for everybody's playing time? ... We hit the rest of the news and notes including Andrelton Simmons signing with the Twins, Tommy La Stella joining the Giants, and Wilson Ramos heading to Detroit (13:22). ... It's everybody's favorite topic: the MLB Hall of Fame (22:54)! ... If you've left an apple podcast question recently, we answered them (26:53)! ... Who is this year's Marcell Ozuna, a player we expect to bounce-back solely because of Statcast data (32:38)? ... Who is this year's Jose Abreu or Trevor Bauer, a player drafted in the middle rounds who can return first round value (40:55)? ... Who is this year's Patrick Corbin, a pitcher we expect to take a step back (47:25)? ... Who is this year's 2019 version of Kirby Yates, an under the radar closer who can lead baseball in saves (53:38)? ... Who is this year's Trent Grisham or Corbin Burnes, a player drafted outside the top-300 who can return top-50 value? ... We end with A.J. Preller's update on Dinelson Lamet (59:30). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks are back and will be joined by Padres General Manager A.J. Preller later in the podcast! First up, they start with the latest news regarding a potential delay and the DH in the National League (1:50). ... Mailbag time (8:49)! Who's been their favorite guest on the podcast? ... Where will Trevor Bauer sign (11:35)? ... Will offers his thoughts on the Red Sox offseason (15:20). ... Should pitchers be allowed to use substances on their hands while pitching (17:55)? ... Who are Danny and Will's favorites to breakout in 2021 (23:10)? ... Padres General Manager A.J. Preller joins the podcast (28:34)! How is this 2021 offseason different than 2015 when Preller was also aggressive? ... How good did the Padres front office think Fernando Tatis could be when they acquired him (32:08)? ... How did the Blake Snell trade come together (33:33)? ... Preller provides an update on Dinelson Lamet (40:35). ... How does the DH in the National League or lack thereof change the team (45:08)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Before we get into it, we thought it made sense the great Hank Aaron as well as Kobe Bryant on the one-year anniversary of his passing. With that, who are our favorite baseball players of all time (1:30)? ... We have news and notes (7:21)! Is there a delay looming? No DH in the National League? Can Adam Ottavino earn saves with the Red Sox? ... What is the difference between a sleeper and a breakout in Fantasy Baseball (18:34)? ... Sleepers 1.0 (20:36)! Chris really goes off the radar with his pick while Frank and Scott are eyeing late-round pitchers. ... Breakouts 1.0 (33:06)! John Means Business! How good can Sixto Sanchez and Austin Riley be? ... Busts 1.0 (44:46)! All three fellas have a Top-12 SP as a bust plus Scott is not feeling Teoscar Hernandez. We wrap up with your questions, including one about the Marmol Strategy in H2H category leagues. Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank, @AdamAizer Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

H2H POINTS MOCK DRAFT RESULTS- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/2021-fantasy-baseball-draft-prep-head-to-head-h2h-points-mock-sees-juan-soto-go-first-overall/ It was an eventful weekend for the guys as Frank joined the famous Scott White Dynasty League! Wander Franco here we come. Let's start with the news as Jameson Taillon was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates (4:56). What does this do for his Fantasy value? Brad Hand also signed a one-year deal with the Nationals. How good can he be? ... What is the scoring format for H2H points leagues on CBS (16:53)? What's your strategy for these leagues? ... Juan Soto went first overall (23:21)! Is third overall too early for Gerrit Cole? ... If you have a late first-round pick, should you start your team with two hitters (28:10)? ... Alex Bregman is a great value in the third round of H2H points leagues (33:42). ... Is it possible to draft too much pitching early (35:32)? ... How should you target pitchers late in this format (40:09)? ... Zac Gallen vs. Tyler Glasnow (41:50)! ... The middle rounds are loaded with great hitters but what about the pitchers (44:15)? ... Why should Framber Valdez go in the seventh round and why does Chris still have faith in Josh Bell (50:12)? ... What should your relief pitcher strategy be and who are this year's SPARPs (55:04)? What were our overall thoughts on our teams? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Michael Brantley is headed back to the Astros but not without controversy! Before we get to Brantley, Chris gives his thoughts on Springer to the Blue Jays (3:36). .... On to the rest of our news and notes, what do we think about Brantley back in Houston (5:56)? JA Happ signed with the Twins while Jose Quintana landed with the Angels. ... Outfield tiers! Any concerns for the names in the super elite tier (15:08)? ... Bryce Harper vs. Cody Bellinger (18:22). ... In the near elite tier, what happened to Luis Robert in September (22:10)? Is Kyle Tucker overvalued? ... How are we evaluating Randy Arozarena (27:05)?... In the fallback tier, Frank still has hope for Tommy Pham (33:50). ... Why is Alex Kirilloff a sleeper (35:55)? ... Are we irrationally valuing starting pitchers too much in 2021 (38:13)? ... In the super elite tier, why can't Jacob deGrom win games (41:53)? ... How volatile is the elite tier (44:52)? ... What is the case for and against Zach Plesac (50:05)? ... The next best things tier is the point in the draft where you should have at least four starting pitchers (52:52). ... What are Chris' expectations for Sixto Sanchez and Sandy Alcantara (55:08)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Danny Vietti and former major leaguer Will Middlebrooks are back and start off with the Joe Musgrove trade. They also react to Jared Porter being let go by the Mets (3:20). ... The guys are focusing on the most underrated hitters in baseball, starting with Matt Chapman (6:25)! ... Brian Anderson also deserves more loving down in Miami (10:30). ... Will recalls his playing days with Xander Bogaerts who is a stud (13:33)! ... Wilmer Flores had a quietly awesome season with the Giants in 2020 (17:21). ... What can the Tigers expect with their new outfielder Robbie Grossman (20:20)? ... Brandon Crawford and his wife Jalynne Crawford join the show (29:01). What was it like playing with Mike Trout and Bryce Harper in the AFL way back in the day? ... What's it like facing his brother-in-law Gerrit Cole (32:07)? ... What are the main differences for Brandon playing with Bochy vs. Gabe Kapler (36:46)? ... The crew wraps up with some rapid-fire questions (43:10)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Frank Stampfl and Scott White are reacting to the Blue Jays signing both George Springer and Kirby Yates. What's Springer's outlook with the Blue Jays (1:17)? Any chance Springer runs more with the change of scenery? ... What does this do to the rest of the Blue Jays' lineup (6:30)? If Bo Bichette is batting third, does he run less? ... Lastly, the Blue Jays also signed Kirby Yates (10:05). Is he definitely their closer? Jordan Romano is still a name to watch. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Perhaps the biggest trade just went down in MLB history as Joe Musgrove was traded to the San Diego Padres! What's Musgrove's Fantasy outlook (1:09)? How high will his ADP rise? ... We take a look at the rest of our news and notes as Joey Lucchesi was sent to the Mets in the Musgrove deal (9:25). Jon Lester signed with the Nats, Tyler Chatwood signed with the Blue Jays and the Red Sox are going to be cautious with Chris Sale. ... Third base tiers (13:01)! The super elite includes Jose Ramirez and that's it. ... The elite tier is a stacked one (17:54). Is Machado overvalued? Rendon, Bregman, or Arenado? ... We're combining the near elite and next best things tiers (24:18). Why is Gio Urshela disrespected? ... The fallback options include a pair of awesome prospects with Bohm and Hayes (30:10). ... On to shortstops (37:12)! The super elite tier includes Fernando Tatis, Trea Turner and Trevor Story (37:12). Any concerns with Tatis? ... The elite tier includes Francisco Lindor and Corey Seager (42:43). What happened with Lindor in 2020? ... The near elite tier includes Tim Anderson, Adalberto Mondesi, Bo Bichette, and Xander Bogaerts (47:30). Who is Scott's favorite to draft? We wrap up with the next best things tier at shortstop (50:30) and your questions! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

It's tiers week here on the pod! Today we're starting with catcher, first base, and second base. But first, how do you define tiers in Fantasy Baseball (1:09)? How do you use them in a traditional draft or a salary draft? ... We don't have much news to report but what are Scott's thoughts on Corey Kluber to the Yankees (6:31)? Martin Perez returned to the Red Sox while the Angels signed catcher Kurt Suzuki. ... Catcher tiers (10:18)! The elite tier is filled with one player and you guessed it, JT Realmuto. ... In the near elite tier, do you prefer Salvador Perez or Willson Contreras at their current costs (12:40)? Is Will Smith's transformation legit? What's up with Gary Sanchez's price? ... For the fallback options, does Sean Murphy deserve to be higher (19:40)? ... For the elite tier at first base, we have Freddie Freeman, Cody Bellinger and... DJ LeMahieu (30:05)? Bellinger vs. Freeman at the top. ... The near elite tier features the bad BABIP bros Anthony Rizzo and Matt Olson among others (36:40). ... For the next best things, we have Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the best shape of his life (39:15)! ... Second base is still not a great position (47:06). For the elite tier, LeMahieu or Ozzie Albies? ... The next best things tier is a wacky one (50:54). Are Brandon Lowe and Cavan Biggio worth top-70 picks? We wrap up with thoughts on Dylan Moore (57:22). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

OH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS! The New York Yankees are making moves. First they re-signed DJ LeMahieu on a six year, $90 million deal in the morning and then signed two-time Cy Young award winner Corey Kluber to a one-year, $11 million deal. What's Kluber's Fantasy value with the Yankees (1:04)? Is he worth a late-round flier? ... With LeMahieu back in New York, do you prefer him or Ozzie Albies in Roto leagues (6:33)? Where does LeMahieu rank among other top-tier hitters? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE DRAFT- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/2021-fantasy-baseball-draft-prep-12-team-rotisserie-mock-draft-shows-personal-preference-coming-into-play/ When it comes to pitching in 2021, you need to STRIKE FIRST, STRIKE HARD, NO MERCY. But should you take Jacob deGrom second overall (1:13)?... Before we get into the rest of the draft, we have news and notes, starting with a Corey Kluber update (3:56). How did he look at his bullpen? Also we have an update on Yoan Moncada and two teams that plan to use a six-man rotation this season. ... On to the rotisserie mock (13:39)! Should Mike Trout fall to fifth overall in this format? ... What do you do if you have the 10th pick (19:23)? Christian Yelich vs. Trevor Story vs. Jose Ramirez. ... In the second round we noticed Cody Bellinger is starting to slip a bit (24:45). Should he? ... The third round started with Bryce Harper and Yu Darvish, which were both great picks (29:20). How many starting pitchers should you have by round three? ... How does your team turn out when you go pocket aces (34:37)? ... In the fourth round we start three shortstops go back-to-back-to-back (38:56). Whom do you prefer between Mondesi, Bichette, and Bogaerts? ... Why did Tim Anderson fall to the fifth round (43:48)? Are we higher than consensus on Carlos Carrasco? ... Will Smith first catcher off the board (47:25)? ... Which hitters are slipping due to recency bias (49:48)? ... We finish up recapping each of our pitching staffs (57:48). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks are back to talk Hall of Fame ballots and the latest MLB rumors. What are Will's thoughts on the Hall of Fame (3:08). Should Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens be allowed in? ... What do the guys think about the steroid era in general (7:00)? ... Should defensive wizards Scott Rolen and Omar Vizquel get in (10:30)? ... Should Curt Schilling's character concerns change people's opinions of the players he was on the field (14:58)? ... Is Andruw Jones a Hall of Famer (20:08)? ... Ken Rosenthal joins the show (30:22)! What's the latest going on around the league? ... What are the differences betweens big market teams and small markets (34:00)? ... Is the DH coming back to the National League (39:00)? ... Do Bonds and Clemens belong in the Hall of Fame (40:48)? ... How does a baseball writer weigh career longevity vs. peak when it comes to the Hall of Fame (47:00)? ... Lastly, Ken provides us with an update on DJ LeMahieu (51:10). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Chris Towers is back, which means we're reunited! Today on the pod we're focusing on ADP risers and fallers, starting with Giancarlo Stanton (2:48). Why is he being drafted at pick 130!?... For news and notes, the Nats are interested in Eugenio Suarez while the Braves expect Austin Riley to be their starting third baseman (8:12). Riley is an ADP riser recently. ... BREAKING NEWS: Liam Hendriks has signed with the White Sox (17:17). What's next for Alex Colome? Will Jake Diekman close for Oakland? ... On to more ADP risers, starting with Craig Kimbrel (21:27). He was awesome over his final 14 appearances. ... Who is this new Drew Smyly (25:11)? ... Is Joe Musgrove's price too high (30:32)? ... Why is nobody talking about Lourdes Gurriel (34:00)? ... Is this the year it falls apart for Nelson Cruz (39:53)? ... Why is Sixto Sanchez falling (44:37)? ... What should we expect from Triston McKenzie (49:38)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Frank is back after a luxurious staycation, which involved binging TV shows and playing old video games. But enough of that, Kyle Schwarber signed a one-year deal with the Nationals (3:42)! What does this mean for his value? ... We hit on the rest of the news and notes, including Mize and Skubal competing for rotation spots, Tomoyuki Sugano heading back to Japan, and more (9:52). ... What were some of the things you may have missed in September (19:41)? Who is the real Luis Robert? ... What happened with Aaron Nola's control over his final three starts (25:14)? ... It was a tale of two seasons for Aaron Civale (28:34). Why are people still excited about him? ... How did Adalberto Mondesi turn around in September (34:25)? ... Was Frankie Montas' final start enough to buy back in (40:05)? ... Are we buying these late-season surprises (44:42)? Jared Walsh, John Means, Brady Singer, and Adbert Alzolay all showed out during September. ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Chris Towers will have rankings this year! No doubt, they'll be different from Scott White's. Chris takes an early look at Scott's rankings and the two debate over players that might be ranked too high or too low for 2021! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday 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

Steve Cohen finally comes through for the Mets as they acquired both Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco in exchange for Amed Rosario, Andres Gimenez and two prospects: Josh Wolf and Isaiah Greene. First and foremost, what does this do for Lindor? ... Carlos Carrasco now leaves the favorable AL Central division for the tougher NL East (4:41). What does this move mean for Carrasco's value?... With Lindor gone, Cleveland's lineup is barren. Should we devalue Jose Ramirez (7:13)? ... Should we be excited about either Andres Gimenez or Amed Rosario now that they're with Cleveland (11:00)?... Any sleepers for Cleveland's final rotation spot (13:46)? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks are back for January! Today on the show the guys are taking a closer look at the most underrated pitchers in the game today. Later on they're joined by New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott White and Chris Towers are reunited! The guys take a closer look at Scott's Top-150 dynasty rankings, which were recently released on cbssports.com. Who's moved up since last season? Where do the top prospects fit in? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott White is back! But now Frank is gone. Scott is joined by Chris Welsh aka The Welsh to dive further into some of the top prospects for the 2021 season and beyond. The guys also evaluate some players from a dynasty perspective. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks are back to make New Year's resolutions for specific MLB teams but first they react to the new-look Padres (2:05). Just how good are they with both Blake Snell and Yu Darvish? ... Let's stick with the Padres. What should their New Year's resolution be (5:38)? ... Let's stay on the west coast with the Angels (10:05). They need pitching! ... How can the Red Sox get back on track (13:30)? ... Should the Phillies consider shopping Bryce Harper (17:30)? ... One of the best in the business Chris Rose joins the show (22:32)! Chris offers his thoughts on Intentional Talk now that he's left the show. ... Danny and Will hit Chris with some rapid-fire questions (25:05). What should Cleveland's new team be? How much does he love the movie Major League? ... Who are some of Chris' favorite interviews throughout the years (34:25)? ... Why is Intentional Talk moving on from Chris (38:30)? ... Chris and the guys offer their New Year's resolutions (46:00)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there anything to talk about other than the Padres? Of course there is, and we're joined by Matt Williams to do so! Before we get into those confusing hitters, let's put a bow on Snell and Darvish to the Padres (2:08). ... Those weren't the only moves they made as they signed infielder Ha-seong Kim out of the KBO (6:48)! What are the expectations for Kim and where do you need to draft him? ... If you haven't checked out Matt's #2021PlayerBreakdowns than you should! What tools and stats does he like to use for them (9:38)? ... Let's take a deep dive on Randy Arozarena (12:57). What are his pros and cons? Is he worth a Top-60 pick? ... Was Javier Baez's 2020 a fluke (21:12)? ... Can Rafael Devers get back to his elite 2019 form (26:51)? ... Is Trent Grisham being overdrafted (33:00)? ... Why are people in love with Teoscar Hernandez (37:15)? ... What the heck happened to Keston Hiura this season (42:50)? .... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yu Darvish and Victor Caratini were just traded to the San Diego Padres in exchange for Zach Davies and four young prospects: OF Owen Caissie (18), SS Reggie Preciado (17), OF Ismael Mena (18), SS Yeison Santana (20). What does this mean for Darvish's Fantasy value? Is he still worth drafting in the second round? ... With Davies traded, the Padres have an opening in their rotation (7:28). Whom do we expect between Morejon, Gore, and Weathers? ... What's the latest on Dinelson Lamet (9:56)? Could this trade mean the Padres know something we don't? ... What about the Cubs return (13:05)? Any love for Zach Davies moving over to Chicago? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨Blake Snell has been traded to the Padres!!! Chris Towers joined us for an emergency segment at the top of the show. How much does this affect Snell's value? ... Can Francisco Mejia or Luis Patiño make an impact in 2021 (4:50)? ... SP Streamer Michael Simione joins the show (10:37)! We start off with the news and notes from the weekend, which included Josh Bell being traded to the Nationals on Christmas Eve (12:25). Is there hope for Bell to get back to his 2019 form? ... Michael has had great success streaming starting pitchers in-season. What's his secret (20:54)? ... Let's take a look at some of his rankings standouts, starting with Luis Castillo at SP4 (27:25). Why did Frank recently move Aaron Nola up to SP4? ... It's time to show Brandon Woodruff some love (34:20). What are the concerns with Max Scherzer? ... Is Mike in on Zach Plesac (40:50)? ... Is Sonny Gray vs. Walker Buehler a real debate (46:30)? ... What are the concerns with Kenta Maeda (52:00)? ... Tyler Mahle and other late-round pitchers to target (56:44). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Vietti and former Major Leaguer Will Middlebrooks are back and they're talking Christmas Wish Lists for MLB teams! First up, the New York Yankees (2:40). Will they re-sign DJ LeMahieu?... How about the Angels (7:00)? What do they need to do to get Mike Trout in the playoffs?... What can the Cubs do with all the reports of them trying to shed payroll (11:05)? Last but not least, the New York Mets (14:22). Who is Steve Cohen trying to bring in? ... Super agent Rachel Luba joins the show (20:50)! What happened with this Twitter bracket? ... Considering Luba represents Trevor Bauer and Yasiel Puig, can we get an update (26:40)!? When will Bauer sign?... Bauer and Puig are two of the more outspoken players in baseball. Why should a team want a player like that (32:45)? ... Luba is breaking ground as the first female to have her own agency (37:30). Why her? How did she get to this point? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Holidays everybody! Scott White is out this week but Justin Mason joined us on the podcast! We start things off with some news and notes, including Michael Wacha signing with the Tampa Bay Rays (2:00). Joe Maddon said Jo Adell needs more time in the minors and Alex Cora said Matt Barnes is likely to start the season as the Red Sox closer. ... Since it's the season of giving, we have a gift at each position using early NFBC ADP. Let's start with catcher (8:40). ... Is this older gentleman starting his decline at first base (15:18)? ... We have a deeper second baseman in San Francisco and an underappreciated name in Cincinnati (20:52). ... The Ke'Bryan Hayes love is real (28:10)! ... Why does Justin Mason have a rivalry with Dansby Swanson (34:12)? ... We wrap up with a few outfielders and starting pitchers that are going way too late (44:18)! What are our Top-3 Christmas/Holiday movies of all time (50:45)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's snowing in NYC! Has Scott White ever seen snow? Joining us on today's podcast is Alex Fast from Pitcher List (2:12)!... Let's get started with the news and notes and Rafael Montero getting traded to the Seattle Mariners (4:35). Who will close for the Texas Rangers? Anthony DeSclafani signed with the San Francisco Giants. Does this matter? And we have a whole bunch of other stuff... Let's get to those late-round starting pitchers, beginning with Mike Minor (18:10). ... We hit on Dane Dunning recently in the Lance Lynn trade but why is Scott so excited about him (24:44)? Is Texas a better environment for him? ... You may have Nathan Eovaldi fatigue at this point but he was actually the best version of himself in 2020 (29:51). ... JOHN MEANS BUSINESS (34:35)! ... Why is Alex excited about Jake Odorizzi (36:10)? ... If Griffin Canning can stay healthy, what is his upside (39:35)? ... Justus Sheffield progressed in 2020 but how (43:27)? ... We wrap up the show with another edition of Guess Who (48:07)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks dive into Fact or Fluke, they address James McCann signing with the New York Mets (1:38). ... For Fact or Fluke, do the guys believe this player's 2020 season was real or an aberration? First up is Kris Bryant (5:25). ... What do the fellas think about Christian Yelich (11:57)? ... Was Wil Myers' massive season for real (16:54)? Wait till you find out Will's story about Myers. ... How about Luke Voit (21:25)? ... Current Los Angeles Angel Justin Upton joins the show (26:23)! What's it like playing with Mike Trout? ... What is Upton's approach to pitchers (30:35)? ... What's it like playing for Joe Maddon (35:15)? ... Is Shohei Ohtani the real deal (38:12)? ... Danny and Will wrap up the show address Upton's comments about Ohtani (45:52). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've got moves! Kind of. Let's jump right into the latest news and notes from the weekend, including James McCann to the New York Mets (2:15). Is he a Top-10 catcher? Nate Lowe was traded to the Texas Rangers and is now FREEEEE! Greg Holland re-signed with the Royals. Is he their closer? ... Scott's Top-50 keepers for 2021 will be published soon on the site (19:17). What is his process? ... Let's talk about some fun keepers, starting with Luke Voit (24:05). Can he be a top five first baseman? ... How should we approach Dinelson Lamet (26:28)? Would you trust him as your SP2?... Kenta Maeda was otherworldly in 2020 but is he worth a top-50 draft pick (30:00)? ... Dylan Bundy started hot but faded (33:15). Should he be considered a Top-25 SP? ... Is Dominic Smith a Top-10 first baseman (37:07)? ... We wrap up the show with your keeper and dynasty questions (43:00)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to hit a little dynasty conversation and to do so we brought on actor and Fantasy Baseball extraordinaire Ian Kahn (2:08)! ... Before we hit on dynasty we did have some lower level signings with Carlos Santana to the Royals and Adam Eaton to the White Sox (8:00). Apparently Andrew Vaughn could be the White Sox designated hitter as soon as 2021 and there's a chance Jake Diekman closes for the A's. ... Let's start at the top. Who are Ian and Scott taking first overall in a startup dynasty league (15:24)? Why is Mike Trout dropping so much? ... Ian really likes him some Adalberto Mondesi (20:32). Why is that? ... Let's hit on some strategy in dynasty. How does one retool or rebuild in this format (24:25)? ... The waiver wire is underrated in dynasty formats and Fantasy managers should pay closer attention to it (31:42). ... Let's hit five interesting players for dynasty in five minutes (38:42). ... We wrap things up with a little Eric Hosmer debate (44:40)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Vietti and Will Middlebrooks are back, taking a look at some non-tendered players and bounce-back candidates. First off, what's a player's mindset like after being non-tendered (2:35)? Can Kyle Schwarber get back on track (4:08)? Will Yoenis Cespedes get another contract (8:00)? What's left for Jon Lester (11:45)? ... David Dahl was one of the biggest non-tender surprises (15:22). ... The guys debate whether they would pay or pass some of these names on the market (20:50). ... Former Baltimore Oriole Adam Jones joins the show (26:58)! ... How has the game changed with the introduction of analytics (29:40)? How is the game in Japan different from the States? ... What went wrong for Chris Davis in Baltimore (36:40)? ... What was it like for Adam Jones robbing that home run as part of Team USA in the World Baseball Classic (40:50)? ... The guys wrap up with some rapid-fire questions for Jones (45:08). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Lance Lynn was traded to the Chicago White Sox for Dane Dunning and another prospect. What's the Fantasy fallout?... We hit on the rest of our news and notes, including Raisel Iglesias being traded to the Angels (8:35). Who's next up to close for the Reds? What's the DH situation looking like for the National League?... What is our general strategy for H2H points leagues (17:16)? ... Who took Gerrit Cole first overall (20:10)!? What else happened in the first round? ... Seven starting pitchers were drafted in the second round (24:33). ... Why does Frank love the third-round hitters (29:55)? ... Seven more starting pitchers were drafted in the fourth round (33:12), including Zac Gallen to Scott. ... Eight more starting pitchers were drafted in the fifth round (40:03)! Is this where Blake Snell should be drafted? ... Where were Corbin Burnes and Zach Plesac selected (44:00)? ... We hit on five topics in five minutes, including an update on Mike Soroka (47:15). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'The Early Edge: A Daily SportsLine Betting Podcast' debuts on Thursday, December 10. Download and subscribe now on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and whenever else podcasts are found to get the first episode in your feed as soon as it is released! Looking for the best picks against the spread, sharp action on the total and props you can take to the ticket window? Join Jonathan Coachman on the Early Edge as he speaks with the best handicappers to preview every day’s biggest games in 10 minutes or fewer. From primetime picks to off-the-radar locks, Early Edge is bringing you the best bets in a quick, informative and easy to digest podcast. We promise to keep it short, sweet and to the point as SportsLine’s best experts come together to put some green into your pocket. Early Edge is in your feed every single day by 11 AM ET, don’t lay a wager without listening to our SportsLine experts. 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

It's Tender Day! Which dipping sauce do you use in your chicken tenders? Anywho, Actor Ellen Adair is back (1:25)! Eddie Rosario, David Dahl, Kyle Schwarber, and Adam Duvall were all non-tendered (5:20). What is the Fantasy fallout for each? ... On to news and notes, how many surgeries has Tommy Pham had (15:37)? What's the latest with the Texas Rangers? ... Of course we have to hit the Phillies with Ellen on (23:55)! Will JT Realmuto sign with the Phillies? Will they upgrade their bullpen? Thoughts on Zack Wheeler? ... Who are some of our favorite hitters to break out in 2021 (34:05)? ... Which starting pitchers can take that next step (46:13)? Is Ellen trolling Frank!?... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every Wednesday in December, you'll hear Danny Vietti alongside former Major Leaguer Will Middlebrooks here on Fantasy Baseball Today! The guys are taking a look at the bigger names in free agency before Jackie Bradley Jr. joins the show. First up, Trevor Bauer (5:10). Is he headed out West? ... Is George Springer a better fit in Toronto or Boston (13:45)? ... Danny and Will seem to be in agreement when it comes to JT Realmuto (18:45). ... Is Marcell Ozuna a lock to leave the Atlanta Braves (22:25)? ... Jackie Bradley Jr. joins the show and explains why family is such a big influence in his free agency decision (26:37). ... How did Jackie prepare for this shortened season (33:50)? ... What's this free agency like given all the circumstances (44:12)? ... The guys finish up with some rapid-fire questions for Jackie (46:20)! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hey, Scott White is back! And he has a Christmas Tree! How does Scott feel about Charlie Morton to his Braves (2:25)? Is he interested in him for Fantasy? ... There aren't many news and notes but the Royals signed both Mike Minor and Michael Taylor (5:55). ... What are Steamer projections (8:35)? Why is Scott opposed to projections? ... How many starting pitchers are projected for 180 innings in 2021 (14:00)? Should we be concerned with Lucas Giolito? ... Is Dinelson Lamet the biggest wild card among starting pitchers (20:00)? ... What do the projections think of Corbin Burnes, Zach Plesac, and Julio Urias (23:10)? ... Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is projected for what (33:45)!?... Is Mike Yastrzemski being disrespected (37:40)? Scott and Frank are pretty far apart on Austin Meadows for 2021 (40:35). ... We wrap up the show answering your mailbag questions (44:50). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving to everybody out there! We continue our offseason of guests with Toby aka Bat Flip Crazy. Perhaps the Hot Stove is starting to heat up as Charlie Morton signed with the Atlanta Braves (2:58). What do you need to know about Ha-Seong Kim from the KBO? ... Today on the show we're focusing on valuation processes and, in particular, Standings Gain Points (9:28). What is SGP and how can I use it to my advantage in Fantasy Baseball? ... Why does Toby advocate for drafting two starting pitchers with his first two picks (20:25)? ... Speaking of aces, how do we rank Cole-Bieber-deGrom (28:20)? ... Are there any Top-12 starting pitchers that Toby is fading (32:10)? Why does the market seem split on Aaron Nola? ... Along with drafting aces, Toby makes the case for drafting J.T. Realmuto (42:42). ... We finish the show with our Top-5 Thanksgiving side dishes (48:18)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No Scott White this week but it's all good because we have Brian Entrekin aka Bubba on the show! Before we get into the rankings debates, we do have some news from the weekend (3:21). Renato Nunez was DFA'd plus we have trade rumors involving Kris Bryant and Nolan Arenado. ... On to the player debates, Bubba has Teoscar Hernandez ranked where (8:39)? How should we value his breakout 2020 campaign?... Is Father Time coming for Charlie Blackmon (12:17)? What was up with his splits? ... Should we give Yoan Moncada a pass because of COVID (17:11)? ... How many shortstops would Bubba take ahead of Fernando Tatis (20:53)? ... Can Jake Cronenworth be a top-five second baseman in 2021 (25:33)? ... FOMO is real when it comes to Vlad Guerrero Jr. (32:26). Guerrero or Paul Goldschmidt in 2021? ... Is it time to give up on Gary Sanchez (38:22)? ... Who are the players we agree on (42:50)? ... Bubba and Frank are huge Metallica fans so we ended the show counting down our top-five Metallica songs of all time (46:17)! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happened to those meddling Houston Astros in 2020!? Jen Piacenti joined us to try and figure it out (2:05)! ... But first, we have news (5:05)! Robinson Cano is suspended for 2021 and Cody Bellinger had shoulder surgery. ... So what exactly happened with the Astros (11:30)? In particular, are we buying back in on Alex Bregman? ... Are we excited about Carlos Correa in his contract year (19:05) or is he too injury prone? ... How did Jose Altuve bounce-back in the postseason (23:35)? It seems like he's being discounted too much in early drafts. ... What's the Worry-O-Meter on Yordan Alvarez (29:45)? The guy had surgery in both knees! ... Formerly known as auction drafts, how should you approach salary cap drafts (37:19)? What are our favorite strategies in this format? ... We wrapped up with a mailbag question. Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's officially Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft SZN! But first, we did have some big news (3:12) regarding Mike Clevinger and -- to a lesser extent -- Drew Smyly. ... On to the first round, should Mike Trout still be the first overall pick in Roto drafts (13:05)? Do Christian Yelich and Cody Bellinger still deserve to go in the first round? ... We saw six pitchers go off the board in the second round (20:00). Was Walker Buehler drafted too high? ... The third round is filled with stud hitters, including Corey Seager and Bo Bichette (22:50). ... The fourth round features names we're not used to seeing drafted this high (27:55). Does it make sense to target Ozuna and Maeda this early? ... Scott took how many pitchers in the first five rounds (30:36)!? ... If you were wondering where Corbin Burnes is being drafted, it's the sixth round (38:06). ... The seventh round features discounted hitters with decent track records (40:33). ... We wrap things up taking a look at Scott's team (45:00). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to finally dive into some prospects for the 2021 season and who better to join us than Chris Welsh aka The Welsh (2:00)! ... A question that is on many minds is how to evaluate prospects without any minor league data from 2020 (7:24). Should 2021 lists really change much from last year? ... Let's start at the very top with Wander Franco who is the consensus #1 prospect in the industry (16:10). What is his upside and should we expect him in 2021? ... Speaking of the Rays, how does The Welsh feel about the great Randy Arozarena (20:15)? Arozarena or Teoscar Hernandez? ... What do we do with Jo Adell (28:49)? ... When can we expect Mackenzie Gore (30:23)? ... Jarred Kelenic vs. Julio Rodriguez (32:54). ... Can Matt Manning be the best of the Tigers pitching prospects (35:56)? ... Will the year off affect Andrew Vaughn's ETA (38:04)? ... How about Spencer Torkelson (40:30)... We hit a prospect edition of GUESS WHO (43:13). ... Who are some of Welsh's sleepers (51:43)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who's ready to predict the MLB offseason? I know Scott White is! Before we take a look at free agents, let's hit the latest news and notes (6:13). Devin Williams and Kyle Lewis won the Rookie of the Year awards while Trey Mancini has been taking batting practice. ... Let's begin the inaugural Free Agency Invitational with Trevor Bauer (13:19). Where does he land and is it on a one-year deal? ... Is J.T. Realmuto really going to leave the Phillies (18:12)? Would that change his Fantasy value? ... What about George Springer (20:32)? ... How much would it hurt DJ LeMahieu's Fantasy value if he left the New York Yankees (24:19)? ... Is Marcell Ozuna headed back to the Braves (27:02)? Who are this offseason's biggest trade targets (32:31)? Where might Lindor and/or Arenado land? ... We wrap up with some of the remaining mid-level free agents (43:18). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We continue our Fantasy Baseball guest tour with professional high-stakes player Matt Modica! What exactly is high-stakes Fantasy Baseball (3:00)? ... On to the latest news notes and rumors (4:32). Trevor Bauer rejected the qualifying offer, the Mets could be in for a busy offseason and we have an early "Best Shape of His Life" alert. ... How is Matt handling the 2020 season (10:57), in particular when it comes to Central pitchers? Is pocket aces a viable strategy? ... Is Bo Bichette really a second-round pick (20:45)? How about the first round!? How are we projecting Walker Buehler in 2021 (25:20)? ... Are we scared off Max Scherzer (28:45)? Is Trent Grisham legit (33:01)? ... Yordan Alvarez is the ultimate boom or bust wild card in Fantasy Baseball 2021 (37:15). ... Is Dominic Smith a star (39:50)? ... How can Chris Paddack bounce back (43:18)? Last but not least, who are some Matt's early favorites to breakout in 2021 (50:35)? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott White is getting a much deserved rest this week but Frank Stampfl is joined by Sleepy K Mike Kurland to try and figure out the 60-game season! First off, we hit on the latest news and notes with many relevant players having their options declined (6:36). With Brad Hand out, who will close in Cleveland? Does Corey Kluber have anything left in the tank? ... Which players were given the qualifying offer for 2021 (16:28)? Good job, Kevin Gausman! ... So what was real and what wasn't in 2020 (19:40)? Are we giving a pass to Christian Yelich, Gleyber Torres, Javier Baez, and Austin Meadows? ... Mike explains why he's buying back in on Ketel Marte (35:50) for 2021. Marte or Jose Altuve? ... Which players are we actually worried about given their 2020 production (40:15)? Should you skip out on Keston Hiura next season? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dodgers have won the 2020 World Series... about time. As always we're joined by a special guest on our Thursday podcast and this time we have Nick Pollack of Pitcher List (2:30)! Before we get to the SP preview, what was Kevin Cash thinking!? And how early will Randy Arozarena be drafted in 2021? ... Let's kick things off with some spooky starting pitchers, guys you might be scared to draft next season (8:30). How good is Dinelson Lamet? ... What can we expect from Corbin Burnes and Benny Snell moving forward (16:44)? ... How did Zach Plesac make this massive jump in 2020 (27:27)? ... Why are the guys growing skeptical of Dylan Bundy (34:34) and why is Frank so torn on Max Fried? ... We wrap things up with a Framber Valdez cage match and a game of Guess Who (41:20)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday 'Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @AdamAizer, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices