Fantasy Baseball Today

Frank is back but maybe Scott should remain the host after his great performance! Who were the biggest standouts from Wednesday's action (1:41)? Aaron Nola was incredible why Kyle Tucker has earned consistent playing time! Should we be more excited about Dallas Keuchel and Adrian Houser? ... Max Scherzer left his start Wednesday with a hamstring injury (9:08) but it sounds like he should be fine. .. In other news, Nick Madrigal was placed on the IL with a separated shoulder, Josh James is being moved to the bullpen, and Ozzie Albies also landed on the IL (11:08). Who are some second basemen you can add to replace him? We have more bullpen news and this time Rafael Montero is set to return for the Rangers while the Cardinals closer role seems wide open (15:21). ... Christian Yelich was out of the lineup Wednesday against a lefty (21:37). Is there any reason to be concerned? His approach has been weird thus far. ... We had a lot of randomly strong pitching performances on Wednesday (27:43). Who is more enticing between Kris Bubic, Randy Dobnak, and Kyle Gibson? Chris and Frank also remind Scott why they're fans of Tyler Mahle (36:04). ... After more clunkers, can you drop J.A. Happ, Sean Manaea, Lance McCullers, or Robbie Ray (40:30)? ... What is our concern level for Mike Clevinger after back-to-back five-walk games (47:02)? We wrap up with the latest closer performances from Wednesday (56:10)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 is day-to-day so Scott White is back in the host chair with special guest... Chris Welsh! We start off with the debut crew: highlighting Jo Adell's first game (2:11). Jesus Luzardo looked like a stud in his first start. What should we do with Luis Patiño plus should we be stashing MacKenzie Gore? ... Roberto Osuna needs Tommy John surgery (17:46)!? Where does Ryan Pressly rank among other closers? Mike Trout was back in the lineup Tuesday while Juan Soto was not. ... Three big names on the Cardinals have tested positive for COVID but apparently the team is set to return this Friday (30:28)... And the question of the night: what do we do with Craig Kimbrel (34:32)? Nick Anderson picked up a save for the Rays while Keone Kela was named the Pirates closer once he returns. ... We're updating you on some injuries including Mookie Betts, Robinson Cano, Josh Donaldson and Ozzie Albies (43:33). ... What did we learn from Tuesday night's action (47:48)? Cristian Javier, Dustin May, and Tyler Mahle were all pretty good while Jesus Aguilar homered again in the Marlins return to play. What should we do with Brady Singer? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 start off the show by bowing our heads for Mike Soroka's torn achilles. Should you try and buy him on the cheap in a dynasty/keeper league (3:28)? ... How are we replacing Soroka in redraft leagues (8:23)? Should we have interest in Alec Mills after another fine start? Who are some realistic trade options? ... The other big news was Jo Adell, one of baseball's top prospects, is reportedly getting called up by the Angels (14:35). What are our expectations? How much FAAB should you spend on him? ... Shohei Ohtani is shut down for the next four weeks with a flexor pronator mass in his throwing arm (2!:00). Should he be dropped? ... Other news and notes includes the Cardinals who are currently dealing with a COVID outbreak of their own (22:13). Also, Rich Hill is injured and Jose Quintana is working his way back. ... Onto Monday's standouts, why is Corbin Burnes coming out of the bullpen (25:30)!? How good can Gio Urshela and Mike Yastrzemski be? ... Should there be any concern over Gerrit Cole's lack of swinging strikes early on (32:50)? ... It's Transformation Tuesday (39:13)! Is it time to "buy-high" on Dylan Bundy? Joey Gallo looks like a different player early on as well. ... When it comes to bullpens on Monday, Rowan Wick picked up the save for the Cubs while Jairo Diaz was not so great (46:38). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 an eventful weekend it was, capped off by James Paxton being terrible! For our OMGG players of the night, should we consider dropping Paxton (1:58)? How excited should we be about adding Tyler Chatwood and just how good can Clayton Kershaw be? ... Onto news and notes, the Cardinals reportedly have positive COVID tests so pay attention to that (9:27). With Lorenzo Cain and Yoenis Cespedes opting out, should we be adding Dominic Smith or Ben Gamel? ... In Astros news, Forrest Whitley is shut down, Yordan Alvarez is apparently 10-14 days away, and Roberto Osuna is headed to the IL (14:53). How much FAAB should we spend on Ryan Pressly? Also, Monte Harrison is being called up, Jairo Diaz is the next closer up for the Rockies and Nick Madrigal is a must-own player. ... It's time to talk about these hitters (25:37)! Who is most interesting from Colin Moran, Teoscar Hernandez, Trent Grisham, Jacoby Jones, Robinson Cano, and Matt Kemp? ... Onto pitchers, Chris isn't a fan of Kyle Freeland but does fancy Spencer Turnbull (38:46). Who does Scott prefer between Yusei Kikuchi and Taijuan Walker? ... For the Drop-O-Meter, is it time to let go of names like Andrew Benintendi and Luke Weaver (43:43)? ... Who were the rest of the studs and duds from the weekend (51:42)? and what bullpen notes stood out most (58:21)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 Shane Bieber's world, we're just living in it. Bieber is off to a ridiculous start to the season. For our OMGG players of the night, we have Starlin Castro, Trevor Rosenthal, and Max Fried (2:46). Why is Castro rostered in so many leagues? Is Rosenthal the guy for the Royals? ... Jose Leclerc is on the IL with a shoulder strain (11:57). Who is next up for the Rangers? What is going on with the Cleveland and Washington bullpens? The rest of the news and notes includes seven-inning doubleheaders (21:26), and more prospects! What's the excitement level for Joey Bart, Daulton Varsho, and Kris Bubic? ... In our email of the day, what do we do with Garrett Richards and his tough upcoming schedule (27:11)? ... Which one of these buy-low pitchers are you most likely to pursue (30:18)? Is there any love for Matthew Boyd? ... Which buy-low hitters are we most confident will bounce-back (35:20)? Who are we genuinely concerned about early on? ... Are any of Christian Vazquez, Joey Votto, Dansby Swanson, Giancarlo Stanton, Sonny Gray and Lance Lynn worth selling high (44:09)? Chris won't like Adam's answer! ... Who are Scott's favorite sleeper pitchers and hitters heading into next week (50:15)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 a wild Wednesday of action it was! Let's get things started with the pitching prospects who were on the mound (2:29). Who was most impressive out of Nate Pearson, Cristian Javier, and Zach Plesac? Are Javier and Plesac must-own players? ... Jacob deGrom, Frankie Montas, and Brandon Woodruff highlight our OMGG players of the night (16:40). Is Woodruff's increased changeup usage a thing? ... How did Lucas Giolito and Charlie Morton look in their second starts (23:49)? Should we be encouraged? ... News and notes (30:54)! The Reds are healthy and dangerous, Juan Soto could be back by next week, and what should we do with Willie Calhoun? ... Who stands out most when looking at early trends for hitters (42:11)? How good can Corey Seager be? Can Luis Robert be this year's Fernando Tatis Jr.? We also have some bullpen updates (50:30). Taylor Rogers picked up the save for the Twins while Brandon Workman and Brad Hand weren't as great. What's going on with the Rays and Royals' bullpens? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 may be a Worryometer Wednesday but it's also a Scott White Wednesday after JD Davis and Nick Castellanos had big games last night! ... What are the latest scheduling updates regarding the Marlins, Yankees, Phillies, and Nationals (1:50)? How does this affect Fantasy Baseball? Are any Marlins players still must own? ... In our newest segment, Scott and Frank reveal their OMGG (oh my goodness gracious) players of night (8:00). How excited should we be over Merrill Kelly? ... Onto news and notes, Alex Wood has been placed on the IL and Juan Soto might be back soon (17:08). Also Miles Mikolas is done for the season and Cristian Javier is starting for the Astros on Wednesday. ... Did you know Amed Rosario has led off for the Mets three days in a row (25:02) or that Andrew Benintendi was batting ninth on Tuesday? Should Garrett Hampson be dropped? ... Worryometer Wednesday (28:58)! Where is Taylor Rogers? Any concern at all for Freeman or Yelich? How about Mondesi and Khris Davis? ... Is it too early to trade in Fantasy Baseball (42:21)? Are there any buy-low pitchers to target?... BUY OR SELL (44:14)! Can you start any pitcher against the Twins? Is Aaron Civale a stud? Who should you target out of Bradley Zimmer, Tyler O'Neill, and Nico Hoerner? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 Mark Canha Day! On a serious note, the Marlins are dealing with a COVID outbreak and it's a tough situation all the way around (1:50). How does it affect real baseball? How does it affect Fantasy? ... Onto Monday's standouts, Mike Foltynewicz was the talk of the town for all the wrong reasons (9:25). Also Tyler Glasnow is nasty and where has Josh Hader been? ... We've got news and notes and Corey Kluber is going to miss the next four weeks with a tear in his shoulder (15:35). The good news is Nate Pearson is set to debut Wednesday and Anthony Bass is officially the Blue Jays closer. ... In our email of the day, how worried should be about hitters struggling early on (21:42)? Many Fantasy owners are going to have a short leash this season. ... We had four players with double dongs on Monday, including Teoscar Hernandez, Hunter Renfroe, Maikel Franco, and Colin Moran (24:46). Do we have interest in any of them? ... In the newest segment, "He Gone?" should we be dropping Josh James and Luke Weaver (26:51)? Should we be interested in Jon Lester and/or Michael Wacha after his performance? ... We've got some live bullpen updates (37:20) where Josh Hader makes his debut, the Pirates fall apart, and Craig Kimbrel stinks! ... Some other hitter notes from Monday include Victor Robles continuing his hot start, Kyle Tucker stealing a base, and Dansby Swanson catching fire (43:37). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Well, he did it again. Frank tried to tell you about Trevor Bauer! How wild was Adam's weekend plus who's his biggest winner? ... Justin Verlander has been shut down with a forearm strain (2:26). Who are some waiver-wire replacements? Is it time to stash Forrest Whitley? ... Should we be buying-high on Ross Stripling (12:57)? ... In the latest news and notes, Mike Moustakas has been placed on the IL while Nick Senzel isn't feeling well (14:19). Four Miami Marlins have tested positive for COVID as well. ... What a surprise, Stephen Strasburg and Rich Hill were scratched from their starts this weekend (16:14). Corey Kluber, Eloy Jimenez and Ken Giles all left their respective games with injuries as well. ... Speaking of which, what's the closer situation look like now for the Blue Jays (19:05), as well as the Royals, Rays, Mariners, Orioles, and Giants? ... Who were the biggest winners from the weekend (26:34)? Are Joey Votto and Eric Hosmer legit? ... Adam then reflects on two of his favorite pitchers that let him down over the weekend (33:16). ... Who were the biggest losers in Fantasy Baseball this weekend (38:03)? How worried should we be about the velocity for Charlie Morton, Mitch Keller, and others? ... We go rapid-fire on the most noteworthy performances from the weekend (43:13). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Good thing Frank was touting Giancarlo Stanton all offseason! We recap Stanton's big night against Max Scherzer. What are some other takeaways from the Yankees vs. Nationals (4:20)? Why is Victor Robles still batting ninth? Scherzer was up-and-down in his first start. ... News and notes (9:10)! Clayton Kershaw has been placed on the IL with a back injury. What is Dustin May's Fantasy outlook? ... What's the interest level in Johnny Cueto who looked pretty good against the Dodgers (17:13)? ... Should Juan Soto Fantasy owners consider selling low (19:48)? ... Does the expanded MLB postseason actually affect Fantasy (23:58)? ... Onto our pitching planner for the 11-day week (29:26)! We also have some two-start pitchers for week two. Josh James and Adrian Houser are must-start options. ... Next up is the hitting planner for the 11-day week (43:51). Which teams play the fewest games and should we avoid those hitters? Find out why Scott is a fan of the Padres plus Shogo Akiyama! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

After a 118-day delay, OPENING DAY IS HERE! What are some of our favorite Opening Day traditions and memories (2:54)? ... Onto our Fantasy philosophy question, how should somebody weigh a great matchup from an okay pitcher vs. a bad matchup for a great pitcher (6:27)? Who are Scott's favorite sleepers for the weekend (10:28)? Are all of the Dodgers pitchers must-start options? Will Alex Verdugo play against left-handed pitching? ... We have news and notes (14:58)! Will the Blue Jays play in Camden Yards? Also, it sounds like Dustin May and Nate Pearson will be back rather quickly. ... After speculation that Zack Wheeler would miss time for the birth of his child, it turns out he will make his Phillies debut this Saturday (19:11). ... Chris needs something regulated (22:55)! ... For our pitching planner, we address Roto strategy for the weekend, sleepers, and discuss whether or not you should bench Matthew Boyd in Cincinnati (28:14). ... Aanndd Juan Soto has tested positive for COVID-19 (36:45). Who are some replacements? Is Howie Kendrick a must-own player? ... We have 30-man active roster updates (43:38)! ... Who are some of Scott's favorite hitter sleepers for this weekend (47:58)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 bold predictions! But first, who came up with the word Wednesday and why? Which bold prediction do we believe most this season (2:10)? Rich Hill a Top-10 SP? Robbie Ray Cy Young? Keston Hiura and Corey Seager for NL MVP? ... Where are the Blue Jays going to play (9:39)? We talk PNC Park but also address later in the podcast that it likely won't happen. ... Hunter Dozier has tested positive for COVID (14:18). Should he be dropped in Fantasy? Any interest in Franchy Cordero? ... Mookie Betts is staying with the Dodgers (20:15), Patrick Corbin's velocity is down and we have Mets updates! ... Back to your bold predictions, Scott thinks Nick Castllenaos can outperform JD Martinez AND Nolan Arenado (28:36) while Chris thinks Jose Ramirez will finish as a Top-3 player. Is that prediction bold enough? ... Adam likes Carlos Correa to win AL MVP (34:32) while Frank thinks Miguel Sano can outperform Pete Alonso. ... Before Adam dips out, he gives us his predictions for the 2020 MLB season (39:38). ... Who will be this season's most valuable waiver-wire addition (43:12)? We also reveal our picks of Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and MVP. ... Who will sit atop baseball by the end of the season (52:33) and how will we get there?... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

First and foremost, HAPPY CORBIN BURNES DAY! We give you everything you ever needed to know about Burnes, then we have a Fantasy philosophy question regarding position eligibility this season (6:40). ... Onto news and notes, Gavin Lux was optioned to their alternate training site (7:54). Are we interested in Chris Taylor or Enrique Hernandez? Also, what's the latest with the Cardinals bullpen? Will Kwang-Hyun Kim really close for them? ... We have a FAAB debate for the shortened season (13:00)! How aggressive should you be early on? ... How likely is it that Ryan Pressly will see save chances for the Astros to start the season (17:35)? ... On the most added list, why aren't Ross Stripling and Rich HIll owned in more leagues (24:21)? Is Zach Britton must-own if you have Aroldis Chapman. Adam tells you why you should own Aaron Hicks. ... Jose Quintana and Jose Urquidy lead the most dropped list (35:37). Should we be dropping Giovanny Gallegos? ... Aaron Judge and Lance McCullers are trending up (42:20). Also, look out for Griffin Canning and Vince Velasquez if they're available in your leagues. ... For players trending down, where should we be drafting Mike Trout, Walker Buehler, and Yordan Alvarez (53:26)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Surprise! Heath Cummings is on the show! Who is Heath's favorite player to target this season (5:20)? It's time for Frank to wake up on the Yankees two outfielders. Onto the latest news and notes, where will the Blue Jays play this season (8:20)? What are the latest plans for Shohei Ohtani and should you be avoiding him? ... Jacob deGrom and Anthony Rizzo seem ready for Opening Day while Dusty Baker is not sure on Roberto Osuna (14:00). ... Where do this weekend's performances rank on the Matter-O-Meter (21:28)? We saw some big games from Jordan Montgomery, Austin Voth, and (say it with me) JOE MUSGROVE. ... First up on Heath's favorites, we have Salvador Perez (32:51)! Why does Gary Sanchez go 45 picks after JT Realmuto? ... At first base, Heath likes Rhys Hoskins to bounce-back (37:16). Looking at first base ADP, where should Freddie Freeman go? ... At second base, Heath is a fan of Cesar Hernandez leading off (43:37). ... Once again, Frank is on an island when it comes to Carlos Correa (46:08). Is Heath on board with Mondesi in 2020? ... Why take Manny Machado when you can get Mike Moustakas 30 picks later (50:50)? ... Kyle Lewis is a late-round outfielder to watch in deeper leagues (53:41). ... Heath also likes ... Johnny Cueto (55:55)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 the draft and who will be participating in our listener leagues, Adam has a spicy take on Robbie Ray!... You've all patiently waited but here are the participants in this year's Fantasy Baseball Today listener leagues (3:04). ... And the draft begins (4:53)! Is Mookie Betts the pick at three in a H2H points league? ... In the second round, Adam debates stacking hitters or taking Jack Flaherty (10:15). Pitching is flying off the board. ... In the third round, Scott explains why he took Trevor Story over Trea Turner (18:43). Frank explains his double-dip on starting pitchers. ... Wait, Max Kepler and Nick Castellanos went in the fourth round (25:00)!? ... Chris takes Sonny Gray to start the fifth round (32:15) and we have a Yu Darvish debate. Why does Josh Hader still go this early in a H2H points league? ... What happens when you draft no pitchers through six rounds in this format (38:38)? ... Chris times out to start the seventh round (46:07) and we have breaking Freddie Freeman news! Is Adam a Houston Astros fan? ... In round eight, we start to see more relievers come off the board (53:12). Chris loses his mind when Matthew Boyd gets drafted! ... As a result he has to reach on Rich Hill and Carlos Martinez at the 8/9 turn (59:04). ... We have some breaking Yasiel Puig news (1:06:18). ... We hit the double-digit rounds and beyond (1:07:15)! Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 are now just one week away from Opening Day!! Before we get into specific players, how would you define a bust (2:21)? What are the different categories of a bust in Fantasy Baseball?... Why is Scott out on Madison Bumgarner aka Mason Saunders (5:10)? ... Sometimes it's hard to let go of names who were once first rounders (8:19). Frank thinks Paul Goldschmidt and Jose Altuve are a few of those players. ... Let's have the Fernando Tatis conversation (14:11). Where should you be drafting him? ... Is Bo Bichette really a bust (19:00)? His ADP seems like it's getting out of control. ... Scott rattles off a few more names he's avoiding including Josh Hader, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Andrew Benintendi, and Rhys Hoskins (22:44). Frank tells you why you should pass on Whit Merrifield. ... Can't have a bust episode without mentioning Trevor Bauer (28:00). ... Who are some of the honorable mentions in the bust category (31:10)? ... What's a popular TV show we consider a bust (36:26)? ... Hitting the latest news and notes, we have updates on Jacob deGrom, Jesus Luzardo, and Charlie Blackmon (41:21). With Willie Calhoun doubtful for the opener, Nick Solak is trending up, as is Isiah Kiner-Falefa. Don't forget about Corbin Burnes late in your drafts! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 do we have breakouts for you! First, we get Yasiel Puig out of the way (1:22). Where should he be ranked? Who is the loser in all of this? ... Speaking of Braves, how worried should we be for Freddie Freeman (7:24)? He's starting to slip in drafts. ... The latest news and notes has Charlie Blackmon surprisingly landing on the IL (9:06) plus Jacob deGrom and Anthony Rizzo dealing with back injuries. ... Walker Buehler might be limited early on (13:10) plus Aaron Judge still isn't playing! ... In case you forgot, here's a reminder as to why JD Davis is Scott's favorite breakout in 2020 (16:50). Also, is it time to take Yoenis Cespedes more seriously? ... Why are Zac Gallen and Max Fried such popular breakout candidates (22:56)? Could either or both be this year's Shane Bieber? ... Here's why you should be drafting Nick Castellanos (27:00), even at his elevated cost. ... Who are Adam's favorite breakouts (32:05)? ... Why are we buying in on Kenta Maeda, Garrett Hampson, Eloy Jimenez, Ian Happ, and Alex Verdugo (38:07)? ... Lastly, some takeaways from our H2H categories mock draft (43:21). Why did Jose Ramirez go over Francisco Lindor? Where were the COVID players drafted? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new 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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Breaking news! Yasiel Puig is heading to the Atlanta Braves. What does it mean for the rest of the Braves? How far does Puig move up in the rankings? ... Onto our sleepers (9:17)! Scott is banned from talking about Mark Canha but he offers up Alex Wood as one of his favorites. You won't believe this but Chris' favorite sleeper is... Giancarlo Stanton? ... Frank is a big fan of Wil Myers and Carter Kieboom at their current costs (15:13). Would Adam rather have Myers or Austin Riley? ... It wouldn't be a sleeper show without some Joe Musgrove and Mitch Keller talk (23:04). Chris is also a fan of Dylan Cease. ... Why are Frank and Scott interested in Dylan Bundy, Nathan Eovaldi, and Josh James for this season (31:31)? ... The latest news and notes involves Jordan Hicks opting out and Byron Buxton's foot injury (33:41). Is Ryan Helsley the guy in the Cards' bullpen? ... Why is Cody Bellinger changing his swing this close to the season (38:26)!? Is Dylan Carlson really on the outside looking in? Is there any chance we see Jarred Kelenic this season? ... We're recapping our position previews and starting off with the most shallow positions: catcher, first base, and second base (47:40). ... How are we attacking the deeper positions like third base, shortstop, and outfield (55:00)? ... Where has Scott settled with starting pitchers (1:00:30)? And are SPARPs still valuable this season? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're recapping a 12-team Roto auction we did on Friday but first, we have lots of news and notes (2:32)! Yordan Alvarez and Jose Urquidy have been placed on the 10-day IL. Is it Kyle Tucker time again? Also, with Buster Posey opting out will we see Joey Bart? ... Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for COVID-19, which means Zach Britton will fill in as closer to start the season (10:51). Terry Francona is also toying with the idea of batting Francisco Lindor third and having Cesar Hernandez bat leadoff. The Orioles have interest in Yasiel Puig (13:25) and Cole Hamels is dealing with triceps inflammation, opening up the door for some of their younger options. We knew it would happen eventually but Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is moving over to first base (16:33). That helps the shallow first base position for Fantasy! ... Onto our 12-team Roto auction, what was the general strategy going on (21:51)? How did Scott and Chris plan to use their budget? Why did Scott regret winning Jose Berrios? ... Were there any specific players we wanted heading in (28:49)? ... Frank knew he was getting one of Trea Turner or Adalberto Mondesi while Scott wanted Jonathan Villar. ... How much did the highest-priced players go for (31:30)? Christian Yelich went for how much!? .. Which players were discounted for COVID concerns (40:05) and how much did they go for? ... Who did Scott wind up with on his team (42:37)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Adam is back and you know what that means; he's hijacking the show! Adam debates how we should be handling H2H points leagues this season. Onto the latest news and notes, what's going on with Edwin Diaz and the Mets bullpen (6:22)? Is it time to downgrade Diaz? Surprise! The Tampa Bay Rays aren't naming a closer (9:34), which was pretty much expected. Just when you thought Kyle Tucker was the guy, Dusty Baker shoots that down (11:02). Should we downgrade Tucker now? Corey Kluber is the latest starting pitcher to go deep in an intrasquad game (14:00). It's time to buy back in on pitching. We take a look at some of our favorite late-round starting pitchers (19:13), including Jose Urquidy, Josh James, and Adrian Houser. Frank explains why he's in on Aaron Civale. We take a look at some more late-round SP, including Cole Hamels for Adam and Nate Pearson for Scott (29:40). ... Onto our mailbag, what is Zac Gallen's keeper value (38:33)? Is he worth a three-year contract in Fantasy? ... We take a look at some of the Statcast stats, explaining what is average and what's considered elite in those (42:35). ... With Griffin Canning seemingly healthy, would we rather own him or Jon Gray (47:27)? We continue answering your questions! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today we're continuing our conversation on starting pitchers and we get things started with strength of schedule for this season (2:23). Do matchups matter more than ever? ... Onto our sleepers, why is Scott back in on Alex Wood (8:18)? Should you be buying the Pirates starting pitchers? ... For breakouts, Scott is keen on Kenta Maeda following his move to Minnesota (15:08). Why are Frankie Montas and Max Fried popular breakouts as well? ... When it comes to busts, Scott is out on Madison Bumgarner following his move to Arizona (22:06). Chris seems to be fading Mike Clevinger and Mike Soroka this season. ... Back to ADP, should James Paxton be drafted in rounds 7-8 again (25:25)? Why does Scott love Sonny Gray? What does the Legit-O-Meter have to say about Brandon Woodruff? ... Rounds 9-10 bring us to Zack Wheeler who's wife is expecting in July (37:06). What is the Trust-O-Meter on Lance Lynn? Why is Zac Gallen so popular? ... Round 11 brings us to the Breakout-O-Meter for Dinelson Lamet (45:26). What's the latest with Shohei Ohtani? How should we handle Carlos Carrasco? ... Is Rich Hill really being drafted in round 12 again (52:17)? This is a fun range of upside SPs. ... We end with some rapid-fire late-round options (57:21). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Figuring out starting pitchers for the shortened 2020 season is ... fun! First off, how are pitchers being handled thus far in Summer Camp? Unfortunately, breakout hopeful Jesus Luzardo has tested positive for COVID (3:00). Do we lower him in the rankings? How many IL spots should we play with in 2020 because of COVID? ... Onto the million dollar question: how are handling starting pitchers this season (10:00)? Will pitchers actually be limited early? Should we target "aces" because they'll go deeper into games? ... Should we devalue National League starting pitchers because of the universal DH (16:22)? ... What is our overall starting pitcher strategy for the season (21:06)? It seems like Scott is now targeting at least four of his Top-30 SP. ... Onto ADP which brings us to Gerrit Cole vs. Jacob deGrom (24:38). Is deGrom safer? Do we actually draft these guys in the first round? ... In the early second round, we see Walker Buehler, Max Scherzer, and Justin Verlander go off the board (31:36). How worried should we be over the injuries of Scherzer and Verlander? Should we take Buehler over them? ... Our next group has Mike Clevinger being drafted as the SP6 (35:50). Should he be going that early? What are the risks for Flaherty and Bieber? ... IF YOU'D LIKE TO JOIN OUR LISTENER LEAGUES, SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE (45:03). ... Rounds 3-4 feature some popular names (47:40). What is the upside and downside for Blake Snell and Lucas Giolito? Why do we love Charlie Morton? ... We wrap things up with rounds 5-6 (56:38), including Aaron Nola, Yu Darvish, and Tyler Glasnow! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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're back with some more outfield talk and we start off with a little strategy discussion in 3 OF leagues vs. 5 OF leagues. Onto our outfield sleepers, you'll never guess who Scott chose (3:35)! Chris likes a bounce-back for Mallex Smith while Frank is buying Trent Grisham. ... For breakouts, just how good can Nick Castellanos be in Cincinnati (9:37)? Can Marcell Ozuna get back to his 2017 form? Is 2020 finally the year of Willie Calhoun? ... For busts, Scott and Chris tell you why they're avoiding Tommy Pham and Jorge Soler (16:48). ... Moving over to ADP review, why don't the guys like Eddie Rosario as much as Castellanos and Ozuna (21:02)? What is the upside vs. downside for Luis Robert? ... In rounds 10-11, we see strong H2H points players in Michael Brantley, Max Kepler, and Michael Conforto (28:30). This might sound crazy but is Andrew Benintendi done? ... In rounds 12-13, you can find some reliable power in Franmil Reyes (40:45). What is David Dahl's upside if he can stay healthy? In rounds 14-15, we have some popular upside plays in Kyle Tucker and Byron Buxton (48:40). How many games will Tucker start this season? ... We end with some rapid-fire analysis for late-round outfielders (53:26)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Outfield is so vast, we need two days to cover it! Hope everybody had a wonderful July 4th weekend plus it was Chris' birthday! Before we hit the outfield, we have to discuss the latest news (2:34) regarding David Price opting out and the latest positive COVID tests. Who steps into the Dodgers rotation? How do we approach Freddie Freeman now? ... Onto the top five picks in Fantasy Baseball... they're all outfielders (11:03). Is it time to downgrade Mike Trout? Who do we prefer when it comes to Ronald Acuña vs. Christian Yelich? How about Mookie Betts vs. Cody Bellinger? ... Juan Soto is on an island towards the back half of the first round (21:17). Where does he rank among that group of hitters for Fantasy? ... Rounds 2-3 are filled with some big names (26:23), including JD Martinez, Bryce Harper, Starling Marte, and Charlie Blackmon. Are Martinez's splits worrisome? Should you consider Marte ahead of Harper and Martinez because of category scarcity? ... Onto rounds 4-5, why is Scott higher on Ketel Marte than everybody else (38:39)? Is Aaron Judge slipping too far? What is Eloy Jimenez's upside? ... Rounds 6-7 features Chris' favorite player of all time... Giancarlo Stanton (54:00)! We settle the Stanton vs. Jorge Soler debate (kind of). ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 4th of July weekend! It's been awhile since Adam's been on the pod so let him rock the mic the first few minutes. We banter about some recent mock drafts we've done but Adam has some questions: Carlos Correa or Adam Judge? And Kyle Tucker or Justin Turner? Onto the 60-man player pools for this season (6:42). What is there to know? How will service time work for rookies? Which prospects should we expect (11:17)? Why didn't Ryan Mountcastle make it yet? Also, Nick Madrigal is a sneaky sleeper. Should you handcuff relievers in deeper Roto leagues (17:14)? It could pay-off instead of wasting all that FAAB. We hit the latest news and notes (19:37) and there's a lot. Four Phillies have been placed on the COVID-19 Injured List. What does this mean for Scott Kingery and Hector Neris? Jordan Hicks will start the year on the IL so it seems like Giovanny Gallegos will be the guy. Last but not least, more Yankees updates! ... We're on baby watch (31:29). Why might happen when a player goes on paternity leave this season? Mike Trout, Gerrit Cole, Zack Wheeler, and Bryan Reynolds are all expecting in the next 2-3 months. ... Finally, we get to your Apple Podcast questions (36:22) plus your emails at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

If you thought third base was deep... shortstop is deep as well. With five shortstops being drafted in the first two rounds, who do we want most in Roto leagues? Should Trea Turner start to creep into the top-five picks in that format because of his steals (3:00)? ... How do the guys value Bregman, Lindor, Story, Turner, and Tatis in H2H points leagues (6:30)? ... Let's have the Fernando Tatis conversation (12:20). Does he have the most upside at the position? ... Round three in ADP features Gleyber Torres, Xander Bogaerts, and Javier Baez (18:10). Why draft Bogaerts in H2H when you can get Marcus Semien 4-5 rounds later? What is the case for Baez (in roto)? ... What the **** do we do with Adalberto Mondesi this season (25:25)? Is Bo Bichette overvalued? ... Rounds 8-10 features Marcus Semien, Carlos Correa, and Tim Anderson (31:52). Is Anderson legit? Are we more likely to draft the oft-injured Correa in a shortened season? ... Onto sleepers, breakouts and busts at shortstop (42:43)! It seems like we all agree on the potential of Corey Seager, Dansby Swanson, and Carter Kieboom. ... Why is Jorge Polanco going so low this season (51:08)? What's the deal with Amed Rosario? ... Who are we most likely to draft from the Paul DeJong, Jean Segura, Didi Gregorius, Kevin Newman group (55:32)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're talking third base but first, Happy Canada Day and Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! Is third base actually a deep position (4:07)? Is it the deepest position ever!? ... Which third baseman does Scott find himself drafting most (8:04)? How early would he take Alex Bregman in a H2H points league? Who does Chris typically avoid at this position? ... We jump into ADP and find the five elite third basemen that are being drafted in the first three rounds (11:20). Bregman or Nolan Arenado in Roto? Can Jose Ramirez be the number one third baseman again? Any worries over Anthony Rendon in the American League? ... Rounds 4-5 consist of overvalued players at the position (22:52). Should you be avoiding Kris Bryant? Is the FOMO real on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? ... Rounds 6-9 feature a bunch of names that could be useful in H2H leagues (36:47). What is Yoan Moncada's upside? Who would Scott take between Matt Chapman and Josh Donaldson? ... Onto our sleepers, breakouts, and busts at third base (44:10)! We present the cases for Gio Urshela and Brian Anderson. Why is Manny Machado a bust? ... Back to ADP, rounds 13-15 features some interesting names (55:50). Can Justin Turner make it through 60 games? Why is Scott Kingery undervalued in Roto? ... We hit on some late-round names at the position (59:22)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

So, uhh, about second base. It's not the greatest position, which gives us even more reason to break it down! Because of how shallow it is, do we find ourselves reaching at the position? We won't normally hit news and notes on position previews but it's worth mentioning the four players who have already opted out of the 2020 season (3:50). ... Onto the "elite" tier at second base where we find Gleyber Torres, Jose Altuve, Ozzie Albies, and Ketel Marte (8:02). Why are people shying away from Altuve? Will Gleyber crush the Orioles again? ... Amidst talking about Albies, Scott struck up a conversation regarding "safe" players vs. streaky players in a shortened season (19:56). Should you target more of the high-upside, streaky hitters? ... Rounds four and five at second base are mostly filled with veterans... and Keston Hiura (24:40). Should Hiura be part of the elite tier? What do Merrifield, Villar, and LeMahieu have left in the tank? ... Sleepers, breakouts, and busts at second base (37:06)! Is this finally the year for Garrett Hampson? Is Cavan Biggio a breakout or a bust? ... Back to ADP, the mid-range is filled with Max Muncy, Jeff McNeil, and Mike Moustakas (51:05). Is McNeil a poor man's DJ LeMahieu? ... Rounds 10-13 are filled with Eduardo Escobar, Cavan Biggio, Tommy Edman, and Gavin Lux (54:30). Who is the real Escobar? How much will Lux play this season? ... We wrap things up with the late-round options at the position (59:30)! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Once considered a cornerstone in Fantasy Baseball, first base isn't what it used to be. Is it the second most shallow position outside of second base? Has Scott changed any of his first base ranks based on the schedule and divisions of the shortened season (4:37)? ... Last season Cody Bellinger was a top five player in both H2H and Roto. How legit was it (7:07)? Would we rather have Bellinger or Mookie Betts? ... Freddie Freeman was slowed by an elbow injury last September and then had offseason surgery (14:00). Do we have any concern over this? ... Is Pete Alonso really a bust after hitting 53 home runs (18:27)? Should we wait two rounds and just take Matt Olson? ... The mid-tier is a popular one this season (24:34). Why does Frank love Jose Abreu? Who is the real Josh Bell? ... Onto our sleepers (40:02)! Chris and Frank like Justin Smoak and CJ Cron but Scott's going even deeper. ... Why do the guys have so much confidence in Luke Voit breaking out (43:40)? ... One year after being a Top-40 pick, Scott is throwing in the towel on Rhys Hoskins (48:45). ... Back to ADP review, will Carlos Santana ever stop being awesome in H2H points leagues (54:03)? ... Are we buying anything that Yuli Gurriel or Danny Santana did in 2019 (56:52)? Also, in honor of Adam Aizer, don't sleep on Edwin Encarnacion!! ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're previewing the most volatile position in Fantasy Baseball... relief pitchers! Just to prove the volatility, how many closers do we think were the intended closer to start the year and were still there by the end of the season? What's our overall relief pitcher strategy in H2H vs. Roto (3:00)? Does it change in a shortened season? Should we focus more on job security? ... We kick off our ADP review with Josh Hader, who is being drafted in the fifth round (9:00). How concerned should we be over Corey Knebel? Would we rather have Hader in the fifth round or Nick Anderson in the 12th (9:00)? ... The next group features the top three closers in terms of job security: Kirby Yates, Aroldis Chapman, and Roberto Osuna (18:24). Should Osuna be ranked #1 this season? ... The next group is a tough one including Liam Hendriks, Kenley Jansen, Brad Hand, and Taylor Rogers (26:54). What's up with Brad Hand and can he fight off James Karinchak? ... Onto our sleepers, breakouts, and busts (31:24)! Why is Ken Giles so disrespected? Can Gallegos breakout? Basically, nobody on the podcast is drafting Hader. ... Back to ADP review, this next group is very polarizing between Edwin Diaz, Giles, Hector Neris, Raisel Iglesias, and Craig Kimbrel (46:37). Target this group! ... Next up we have a group of low-end RP2s plus how are SPARPs looking this season (53:27)? ... We wrap with some relievers who can help with ratios and holds in 2020 (1:03:45)... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 the catcher position really back? Seven of the Top-12 catchers in H2H leagues were waiver wire additions last season. Is that normal? What is Scott's typical catcher strategy in a one-catcher league vs. a two-catcher league (3:31). Has it changed at all in a 60-game season? ... The elite tier is filled with all but two players: JT Realmuto and Gary Sanchez (7:22). Is this a case of safety vs. upside? Would we rather have Realmuto in the fifth round or Sanchez in the seventh? ... Onto our favorite sleepers at the catcher position, why does Scott favor Danny Jansen (18:00)? How good can Sean Murphy be? Is Yadier Molina really a sleeper? ... Mitch Garver already broke out last season but Scott still likes him in 2020 (25:30). Can Omar Narvaez get even better in Milwaukee? ... When it comes to busts at the catcher position, Scott is worried about Carson Kelly's playing time (34:!2). Is the floor too low for Will Smith? Also, where did Christian Vazquez come from? ... Back to our ADP review, how do we rank Yasmani Grandal, Willson Contreras, and Mitch Garver (44:11)? Who's the best discount? ... Our next group of catchers involves Salvador Perez and WHY DOESN'T HE GET MORE LOVE (50:11)? Who do the guys prefer between Kelly, Vazquez, Narvaez, and Molina (53:30)? For the later-round guys, Sean Murphy is a favorite (58:22) along with Buster Posey and Francisco Mejia. ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're taking a closer look at the rule changes that were announced for the 2020 MLB season but first, Adam gets us started with his love for the Yankees! Once again, we address the question as to whether or not you should be redrafting the teams you drafted back in March (1:40). In our email of the day, we're asked whether we should be devaluing Mike Trout at all since he has a baby due in August (7:55). Should he fall out of the first round? ... It's time to address the elephant in the room regarding COVID-19 (15:30). Charlie Blackmon and two other Rockies have already tested positive. How does that affect drafting? ... We have other news items regarding Kyle Gibson potentially sitting out the season, Yasiel Puig suitors, and Michael Fulmer's return (20:05). ... Based on reports, what type of usage should we expect for Shohei Ohtani this season (27:35)? ... Onto scheduling and divisions, each team will face their division opponents 10 times this season as well as their opposing interleague division (30:35). Who does that favor? ... There will be 60-man rosters, with about half of those on a taxi squad (37:22). How will that affect pitching and prospects? ... Finally, how should you play your H2H season in 2020 (44:45)? In Roto, what should the innings pitched minimum be? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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're here to answer all of your questions regarding the 60-game MLB season, which seems pretty much set! But first, what's the latest news from Jon Heyman and Jim Bowden? If you drafted your Fantasy team back in March, should you redo your draft (5:06)? Sure seems like it considering how much has changed. ... Everybody assumes Jesus Luzardo and Julio Urias have more value in a shortened season but is that true (10:05)? How should we be valuing those pitchers? ... The latest reports have the universal DH in the NL so who are the biggest winners (16:32)? Will J.D. Davis play enough? Is it time to move Wil Myers up the board? ... Who are the National League pitchers that lose the most now that the DH will be implemented (25:47)? How much should we devalue guys like Madison Bumgarner and Zack Wheeler? ... Moving over to injured players, who was injured again (36:18)? What's the expectation for Shohei Ohtani? Why are Rich Hill and James Paxton such big winners? ... Even with all this time to recover, Scott still thinks Aaron Judge and Blake Snell are risky this season (44:36) ... Lastly, who are some winners because of the divisions and proposed scheduling (49:50)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

After months of waiting, it looks like baseball is set to return! MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has implemented a 60-game season, with spring training 2.0 scheduled for early July. How does that affect Fantasy Baseball (2:40)? How should you approach H2H leagues with only 60 games? ... What kind of changes are we looking at (6:38)? How do we approach the universal DH? ... Will teams be more aggressive with prospects in a shortened season (9:20)? We could see more of Nate Pearson and MacKenzie Gore than expected. ... With the DH in the National League, should we downgrade NL pitchers (12:39)? ... Are Scott or Chris changing their draft strategy now (17:46)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're focusing on the corner infield positions in dynasty but first, how was Adam's birthday weekend? In honor of Father's Day, who are our favorite second generation players to draft in 2020 (3:30)? ... Baseball has not been announced yet and 40 COVID-19 cases have been announced across baseball (7:58) ... Onto the first base dynasty rankings, should you target a first baseman early or try and trade for one because the position is shallow (10:57)? ... Inside Scott's Top-20 rankings, we saw Evan White, Ryan Mountcastle and Nate Lowe ranked in a row (14:00). Which one does Scott prefer and why? ... Is Luke Voit ranked too low at 15 (17:17)? ... Inside the Top-10, who does Scott like between Andrew Vaughn and DJ LeMahieu (21:54)? ... Matt Olson and Josh Bell both flashed their upside in 2019 but who would we rather have in dynasty (21:54)? ... Onto third base, Josh Donaldson is 34 years old but is he ranked too low at 21 (29:16)? ... Scott reminds us why he likes Alec Bohm so much in dynasty leagues (30:50). How should somebody handle Miguel Sano in this format (33:05)? He's the ultimate wild card. ... We move inside the Top-10 but are Yoan Moncada and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. ranked too low (36:00)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're playing "who's that baseball player?" and we have a little fact or fiction for Adam Aizer's birthday! First we have a Flashback Friday. What's the worst trade or move you ever made in a Fantasy Baseball league (4:03)? Did you learn anything from it? ... Next up we're playing WTBP, beginning with a slugging outfielder (9:45). Why doesn't this player get more love? ... Next up we have a 36-year old first baseman who just had a career-year (14:20). Is he undervalued? ... Moving over to pitchers, this man is known as "The Professor" (18:45). Why doesn't Adam ever draft him? ... Our fourth player might have been too easy for Scott (23:23). This pitcher had 200 strikeouts last year but is the 44th starting pitcher off the board in drafts! ... Our final player is a corner infielder for deeper leagues (29:00). Is his brother really that much better than him? ... To celebrate Adam's birthday, we have Fact or Fiction courtesy of Nando Di Fino (35:21). Did Adam once date a woman who had a movie made about her life!? Is Adam a collector of beach towels? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're handing out MLB player comps for top prospects and looking at Scott's dynasty outfield rankings but first we have another counter-proposal! When it comes to drafts in 2020, we all have our rules (3:02). Scott needs four of his Top-35 SP, Frank needs one of Gallen, Fried, or Montas, and Chris just uses Heath's NIPS. ... Onto the prospect player comps, what do we have for Giants catcher Joey Bart (9:13)? Will he be much better than Salvador Perez? ... What's the ceiling for Andrew Vaughn (13:38)? Are we looking at a first-rounder in Fantasy Baseball? ... There seems to be a wide range of outcomes for the Braves Drew Waters (16:55). ... Everybody talks about Casey Mize but what about Matt Manning (22:52)? Is he bound to be an ace? ... Apparently Luis Patiño might have more upside than anybody (27:48)! ... Taking a look at Scott's dynasty outfield rankings, why is Kyle Tucker outside the Top-20 (35:30)? ... Would you rather have Eloy Jimenez or Luis Robert in dynasty (40:40)? ... Does Scott really have Juan Soto ranked over Mike Trout (44:05)!? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're looking at ADP combos for redraft leagues and SP rankings in dynasty but first, what's the latest in the days of our baseball lives? Onto our ADP combos, who would you rather have between Gerrit Cole/Austin Meadows and Mookie Betts/Luis Castillo (4:16)? ... Is Austin Meadows undervalued (11:04)? ... Next up we have Patrick Corbin/Nelson Cruz vs. Yordan Alvarez/Trevor Bauer (13:00). The bully Adam said it was too easy! ... Things get a little tougher with Realmuto/Gallen vs. Chris Paddack/Mitch Garver (15:13)? Do the guys want the better catchers or the (presumed) better starting pitcher? ... We interrupt our ADP combos for some breaking news (16:08). Baseball is getting close! ... In a points league, would you rather Bieber/Donaldson or Rendon/Sonny Gray (22:42)? How high should Sonny Gray be ranked? ... Our last combo is Semien/Giles vs. Corey Seager/Roberto Osuna (27:20)? Would Adam really take Seager over Semien? ... Taking a look at Scott White's dynasty SP rankings, is Gallen too low at 20 (36:52)? ... Moving on to the Top-10, should Jacob deGrom be higher than five (46:15)?. What should your SP philosophy be in dynasty leagues? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're revealing the findings of a homework assignment plus giving out Fantasy superlatives but first, we get Adam's take on those cheating Yankees! Just six days after Rob Manfred said we would unequivocally, 100% have a baseball season, he's going back on his word (5:32). What are the latest conspiracy theories? ... Onto our homework assignment, what did Frank find in terms of predicting hitters vs. pitchers over the first 50 games of a season (12:47)? ... Chris' research is much smarter and (likely) accurate so what did he find (15:58)? How do early-round hitters return value compare to early-round pitchers? ... How does ADP correlate to return on investment based on certain time intervals in a season (20:10)? ... What does Frank mean by "embracing luck" in a shortened season (25:35)? Why is Scott opposed to that? ... Onto our Fantasy superlatives, who is most likely to win MVP outside the first three rounds of ADP (36:12)? ... Why are the Tampa Bay Rays SP most likely to win the Cy Young outside the first three rounds of ADP (39:30)? ... Which Top-10 SP is most likely to be a bust (42:32)? ... Which MLB pitchers is most likely to give up a hit to Adam Aizer (53:48)!? Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're going over some trade targets in dynasty leagues but first, we have an announcement. Fantasy Baseball Today now has a YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe at the link you can find below. What happened over the weekend between the MLB and the MLBPA (4:37)? Daniel Descalso offers a fair depiction of the MLB's offers. ... The Yankees are cheaters now, too (8:30)? Who would have thought? ... Our email of the day asks how we should be handling H2H leagues in a 50-game season (11:53). Scott and Chris offer some interesting league settings. ... When it comes to trading in a dynasty league, what do you look for in a player to buy (19:49)? ... We have our first ever dynasty trade-o-meter (22:50)? Where does Nick Senzel rank? ... Is Francisco Mejia a catcher to target (25:26)? ... Can Miguel Andujar get back to this 2018 form (27:49)? ... What do the guys think of his teammate Clint Frazier (30:07)? ... Will Nate Lowe ever get a chance with the Rays (32:24)? Why is Corbin Burnes a 10 on Chris' trade-o-meter (34:09)!? ... When it comes to selling in dynasty, is anybody really looking to trade Nolan Arenado (40:34)? ... How about J.D Martinez (45:14)? ... What players are Scott and Chris looking to sell off (48:43)? ... Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCfkdUcqL9UnNpGfkF039Q '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're attacking the best categories... STEALS AND SAVES! First, summer is here and Frank shares a bold prediction. What's the deal with stolen bases (5:48)? What did you need in 2019 to compete in this category and do sleepers even exist? ... Who are some of our favorite sleepers for steals (11:47)? Can guys like Garrett Hampson, Kevin Newman and Ender Inciarte help us? ... Adam reveals why you should be aggressive when drafting Trea Turner in the first round (21:25). ... Frank reveals a handful of deep sleepers for steals (22:45), including Tim Locastro, Myles Straw, Jorge Mateo and more. ... What is the current state of saves and why does it suck (23:55)? How do you identify potential sleepers for saves (29:09)? Does it make sense to try and handcuff Mark Melancon and Will Smith? Which of the Rays relievers do we prefer? Why does everybody hate Brandon Kintzler? ... Adam provides a trivia question regarding teams who have not had repeat saves leaders (42:28)! ... Then we answer some of your mailbag questions! Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're recapping the first round of the MLB Draft with R.J. Anderson of CBSsports.com but first, Rob Manfred said there will 100% be a baseball season in 2020! How does R.J. evaluate first overall pick Spencer Torkelson (2:33)? Who's his MLB comp and when should we expect him in the majors? ... Austin Martin was regarded by many as a top-two player. Why did he fall to the fifth pick (7:00)? What's his long-term outlook? ... The Orioles surprised many by taking Heston Kjerstad second overall (11:33). Who is his MLB comp and can he be fast-tracked to the majors? ... Max Meyer was the first pitcher off the board to the Miami Marlins (13:48). Long-term is he a starter or reliever? ... Why is Garrett Crochet the ultimate risk-reward pick (16:05)? ... Was Asa Lacy the best pitcher in the draft (18:32)? ... Who is the comp for Emerson Hancock (20:17)? ... Who were some of the steals who went later in the first round (26:39)? ... When it comes to sleepers for RBI, many are tied to home runs (32:15). Basically draft all Yankees. ... What things correlate most with wins for starting pitchers (43:05)? Why are we targeting Twins, Masahiro Tanaka, and Jose Urquidy? ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're talking league winners and runs/strikeouts sleepers but first, who knew Adam had a poker face!? What makes a league-winning player in Fantasy Baseball (4:50)? ... Who were the hitters who most helped win leagues in 2019 (10:40)? Is there a common theme among said players? ... Which hitters could help you win your league in 2020 (17:28)? We're looking at Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Corey Seager, and J.D. Davis. ... Who were the league-winning pitchers in 2019 (23:45) and who are the names we're looking at this season? Why is Adam so excited about Robbie Ray? ... 2019 produced the most runs in a season since 2006. Who are some late-round players who can contribute in the runs category (36:50)? Can Shin-Soo Choo and Adam Eaton do it again? ... We've mentioned a few pitchers thus far but who can be of help in the strikeouts category (49:35)? Will Corbin Burnes be given an opportunity? ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're taking a look at some late-round contributors for home runs and WHIP but first, which categories do the guys struggle with the most (2:30)? ... We're trying something new called Floor vs. Ceiling where we present you a player and present a realistic upside and downside. First up is David Dahl (7:02). Are the strikeouts too big of a concern? Do we overlook Coors Field too much in H2H points leagues? ... What's the range of outcomes for Jorge Polanco (12:55)? He seems relatively safe but nobody wants him. Would Adam rather have Gleyber Torres in the third round or Polanco in the 13th? ... Sean Manaea was great for five starts in 2019 but how realistic was it (17:00)? Is he a target at his current ADP? ... Justin Turner may be old but he still gets it done when he's on the field (22:00). Are we comfortable with him as a starting third baseman? ... Will the real Mike Foltynewicz please stand up (27:07)? ... We transition into our home run and WHIP sleepers (34:46). Khris Davis is the poster child but don't forget about names like Renato Nunez, Luke Voit, and Edwin Encarnacion. ... Who are some starting pitchers who can provide WHIP help later on (45:40). Everybody loves Rich Hill! ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're answering some questions about starting pitchers and also taking a look at some batting average and ERA sleepers. But first, where's Adam been!? We have another new proposal from the owners, this time regarding a 76-game season (5:46). What's the deal with qualifying offers? ... Our email of the day asks whether or not punting starting pitcher is a viable strategy in a shortened season (11:05). How much are we all changing our draft approach? ... Continuing with our theme of starting pitchers, is Corey Kluber done as a Top-20 starting pitcher (19:18)? Would we rather own Kluber or Zac Gallen? ... Is David Price one of the most underrated starting pitchers in Fantasy (28:00)? ... Is his move to the Los Angeles Dodgers actually good for his Fantasy output? ... Is Dinelson Lamet a legitimate breakout candidate (36:55)? ... He really only has two pitches, maybe even one. ... When looking for late-round category contributors, can you find batting average (41:45)? ... Who are the top batting average sleepers being drafted outside the Top-200? ... How about late-round ERA contributors (49:35)? ... Does using elite middle relievers actually help? Who are some underrated SP in regards to ERA? ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're revealing players we like to draft from the AL and NL East teams but first, do we have any other teams we root for outside of our favorites? We still don't know how many games will be played this season but earlier today we did a 50-game mock draft just in case (4:26). How does that change drafting pitchers? Can we see four-man rotations in a 50-game season? ... If there is a 50-game season, why should we be higher on elite closers (14:18)? If that's the case, why is Frank devaluing Josh Hader? ... Who are our favorite players to draft in the AL and NL east, starting with the Boston Red Sox (16:55)? ... Did Adam talk Frank into James Paxton (20:19)? ... How undervalued is Lourdes Gurriel (24:00)? ... Is Nick Anderson a poor man's Josh Hader (28:10)? ... Do we really have to talk about the Orioles (32:55)? ... Why is everybody so excited about J.D. Davis (37:07)? ... Patrick Corbin is quite the safe pick where he's being drafted (41:40). ... Can Max Fried maintain his gains in control (44:55)? ... Chris is expecting bounce-back seasons from both Jean Segura and Andrew McCutchen (50:30). ... Is Jonathan Villar the safer Adalberto Mondesi (53:00)? ... We finally evaluate Royals prospect Daniel Lynch (56:30)! ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're talking about our players to draft from the AL and NL Central divisions but first, we answer some questions on Shohei Ohtani (2:00)! Will he be more injury-prone than the average player? What format are you most likely to draft him in? What is his dynasty outlook? ... Taking a look at the players we love to draft in the Central divisions, we start off with the Cleveland Indians (9:44). Everybody loves Franmil Reyes! ... For the White Sox, Chris is buying into the adjustments Yoan Moncada made in 2019 (13:02). Scott and Frank are trusting Lucas Giolito. ... Is it possible to draft every hitter on the Twins (16:57)? Will Nelson Cruz ever stop mashing? ... When it comes to the Detroit Tigers, there is only one option (20:40)! ... For the Kansas City Royals, Scott favors Jorge Soler while Frank is on Salvador Perez (23:33). ... Chris has to run but first he gives us his favorite NL central players (26:45). ... Scott thinks Nick Castellanos can have Nolan Arenado type upside with the Reds (32:13). ... Why is Ian Happ such a popular sleeper (36:37)? ... The Brewers are known for advancing hitters' careers (40:05). Can they do it with Avisail Garcia? ... Even though the Pirates are expecting to be a bad team, they have some interesting players (44:00). ... Is Dylan Carlson the next big thing with the Cardinals (47:00)? ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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're talking players we like to draft from the AL and NL West but first, we discuss Chris Archer who needs thoracic outlet surgery (2:20). Does anybody get a boost from this? ... What are these rumors for a 50-game season (7:31)!? It would be hard to have a Fantasy season if that were the case. ... Who are our favorite players to draft from the AL and NL West (13:40)? We get things started with the Houston Astros and Josh James. ... Why are Scott and Chris focused on two late-round Angels pitchers (17:47)? ... Surprise, surprise, Scott is going with Mark Canha when it comes to the A's (22:10). Chris and Frank are focused on a specific starting pitcher instead. ... Can we just skip the Mariners (25:55)? They do offer some late-round starting pitchers. ... When it comes to the Texas Rangers, Frank can't quit on Willie Calhoun (29:17). ... Shifting gears to the National League, the Dodgers are loaded (34:09). Is David Price the most underrated starting pitcher in Fantasy? ... We're all on the same page when it comes to this Diamondbacks breakout (38:52)! ... Why is Sam Hilliard so intriguing with the Rockies (42:02)? ... Why is Chris buying in on Eric Hosmer (43:58)? ... Is Mike Yastrzemski the real deal (47:07)? ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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 one thing we know for sure about 2020 is that it's going to be a weird season. With that being said, what has changed most when it comes to pitchers (1:58)? Should we be devaluing innings eaters? How about Zack Greinke? ... Frank explains why he's avoiding volatile starting pitchers like Trevor Bauer, Robbie Ray and Eduardo Rodriguez (8:16). ... In our email of the day, we're asking about hitter strikeouts (13:20). How much do they matter in H2H points vs. Roto? What does a player need to do to overcome a high strikeout rate? Why is Chris out on Ryan McMahon because of this? ... In our news and notes, we take a look at the 114-game proposal from the MLBPA (23:10). Also, are we forgetting about Griffin Canning? ... So, how should you draft pitchers in a shortened season (31:41)? Frank shares some of his findings, which lean towards devaluing elite starting pitchers. Why should we target more of those breakout types? ... The guys also like targeting AL Central starting pitchers because of their scheduling in 2020 (45:38). Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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

Today on the show we're taking a closer look at xERA and analyzing some forgotten players but first, how do we feel about actual leftovers? Scott wrote an article recently about xERA so what is it (4:05)? Like other ERA estimators, xERA could be helpful for Fantasy Baseball but how? Why does Aaron Civale have a better outlook because of xERA? ... Who are some of the winners and losers using this new stat (11:42)? Scott tells us how Julio Urias, Tyler Glasnow and a pair of Twins pitchers benefit. ... Leftovers Part 1 (23:11)! These are the players we haven't talked enough about yet this offseason. ... What's the outlook for Max Muncy (24:15)? ... Why is Max Kepler so similar to Muncy (26:36)? ... Can Mallex Smith bounce-back (29:10)? ... Why aren't people more excited about Scott Kingery (32:15)? ... Does Jean Segura have anything left in the tank (35:18)? ... What is Starlin Castro's upside (39:00)? ... Can Jorge Alfaro ever take that next step (41:10)? ... Why is Adrian Houser such a popular sleeper (43:40)? ... Will Jon Berti play enough to be relevant (45:05)? ... Put some respect on Wil Myers' name (47:07)! Why is NOBODY talking about Gregory Polanco (49:15)? ... Email us at [email protected]. '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: @CBSFantasyBB, @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/ Download our printable Draft Kit from CBSSports.com/draftkit! 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