Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Shohei Ohtani is a Dodger! In an emergency podcast special, Eno and DVR discuss Ohtani’s record-shattering 10-year, $700 million deal with the Dodgers. Plus, they take another look at the now finalized trade that sent Juan Soto to the Yankees, and a swap that gives Tyler O’Neill a fresh start and a nice home park for right-handed power in Boston. Rundown0:17 Shohei Ohtani is a Dodger with a 10-year, $700M Deal10:12 Ohtani's 2024 Fantasy Outlook w/Dodgers15:09 The Juan Soto Deal Goes Final21:31 Michael King's Health and Effectiveness as Full-Season Starter25:35 What's Next for Padres?31:15 Concerns About Blake Snell's In-Start Workloads Are Overblown39:08 Tyler O'Neill Traded to the Red SoxFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrelsGive the gift of The Athletic this Holiday Season! One-year gift subscriptions are just $19.99 at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ken Rosenthal joins Eno and DVR to discuss the latest on a potential deal that will send Juan Soto to the Yankees, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's soaring price in free agency, Alex Verdugo's move to the Bronx, and the potential impact of RSN uncertainty on spending this winter. Rundown0:22 Is a Juan Soto Deal Between the Yankees and Padres Nearly Done?3:38 Did the Yankees Acquire Alex Verdugo to Keep Him, or Deal Him?4:46 Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Soaring Market7:25 Slow Market Causes, Beyond Ohtani?11:33 Erick Fedde Lands with the White Sox14:17 Fallout in Boston From the Alex Verdugo Trade17:41 Craig Kimbrel to the Orioles24:17 Other Notes From Nashville31:02 Jackson Holliday's Shot at the Opening Day RosterFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_Rosenthale-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Britt discuss the reason for the slow start to moves during the Winter Meetings before digging into the surprising five-player swap that sent Jarred Kelenic to Atlanta on Sunday night. Are the Mariners' positioning themselves for a big move as a result of their recent cost-cutting? Plus, Jackson Chourio's record-setting contract for a player with zero MLB service time, a full-time move to second base for Mookie Betts in 2024, and a role change on tap for Mason Miller. Rundown1:12 What Is Holding Things Up in Nashville?9:32 Jarred Kelenic to Atlanta in a Five-Player Swap19:47 Jackson Chourio's Record-Breaking Deal with the Brewers25:56 Can the Padres 'Win' the Juan Soto Trade?33:40 Other Nashville TidbitsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] the gift of The Athletic this Holiday Season! One-year gift subscriptions are just $19.99 at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Sonny Gray's move to the NL Central to head up the Cardinals' rotation, Kenta Maeda's shift to Detroit, and a swap between the D-backs and Mariners that opens up a few different paths for Jerry DiPoto, while Arizona adds thump at the hot corner with Eugenio Suárez. Rundown6:05 Sonny Gray to St. Louis13:13 Gray v. Hunter Greene in Early Drafts?17:23 Kenta Maeda to Detroit23:45 Opportunity for Rotation Competition in Minnesota?29:47 M's-D-backs Trade36:29 Choosing From an Oatmealy Corner-Infield Trio39:30 Strikeout Park Factors45:33 Why Do We Love Seattle's Pitchers?48:45 A Question About Fastball Shape56:50 Shota Imanaga: Making Sense of WBC Stuff+ Numbers; Outlook as SP1:03:45 Chris Sale, Carlos Rodón and Low IP ProjectionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrelsHoliday Special through 11/27/23! Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsLinks from this EpisodeAlex Chamberlain's Pitch Leaderboard: https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/chamb117/viz/PitchLeaderboardv5/DashboardCheck out this offer from our sponsor:Get 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/RATES to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Aaron Nola's new deal to remain in Philadelphia, Lance Lynn's return to the Cardinals on a one-year pact, the posting of Yoshinobu Yamamoto ahead of his highly-anticipated foray into free agency, and the fallout from a non-tender deadline that led to a flurry of activity plus the potential end of Brandon Woodruff's time in Milwaukee. Rundown1:29 Aaron Nola Gets a New Seven-Year Deal to Stay in Philly9:31 Lance Lynn (Back) to the Cardinals13:43 Other Potential One-Year Deals for Free Agent Starting Pitchers18:46 Reynaldo López: Stretching Out as Starter in Atlanta?30:29 Yoshinobu Yamamoto: $200 Million Deal Coming?39:22 Brandon Woodruff Non-Tendered by Brewers43:05 Injured Pitchers to Target?51:57 Other Movement Around the Non-Tender DeadlineFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrelsHoliday Special through 11/27/23! Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out this offer from our sponsor:Get 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/RATES to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR & The Welsh are LIVE from First Pitch Arizona discussing a few interesting ideas that bubbled up during the conference, how they are trying to build roster foundations in 2024, and potentially undervalued pitchers for the first leg of draft season.Plus, Kyle Manzardo of the Cleveland Guardians joins the show to discuss his approach, changes following his midseason trade to Cleveland, and his combination of contact and power as he's moved through the minors. Finally, Eno, DVR & Welsh discuss the AFL Stuff+ Report and prospects that have stood out to Welsh in live looks this spring. Rundown5:28 Who Is the Best Pitcher in the World, Right Now?9:32 Changes to Prioritizing Aces in 2024?13:52 Looking at Total Pitches v. Innings Pitched18:35 An Eno Board: Above Average Stuff, Below Average ERA in 202331:57 Kyle Manzardo Joins the Show!56:37 Changing a Teams' Plans During the Spring60:15 Arizona Fall League Stuff+ Report66:57 Other Standout Prospects This FallSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1.99/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss several disappointing hitters from the 2023 season with an eye toward their rebound potential and long-term outlook. Rundown4:17 Carlos Correa: Did Injuries Sap Overall Performance?13:58 Daulton Varsho: Going Too Far with Pull-Heavy, Flyball Approach?28:02 MJ Melendez: Is More Power on the Way?32:47 Eloy Jiménez: Will He Hit Enough Without OF-Eligibility in Some Leagues?39:04 Trevor Story: Optimism in Underlying Numbers Post-Injury?47:32 Paul Goldschmidt: It's All Relative54:01 Cedric Mullins: Is 2021 or 2022 Still in Reach?Subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1.99/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck this offer from our sponsor:Caldera Lab: Get 20% OFF with code RATES at calderalab.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the upcoming World Series matchup between the Diamondbacks and Rangers, and how they drastically underestimated Adolis García when he broke through as a regular for Texas two years ago. Plus, they examine several hitters that were pleasant surprises in 2023 (and one disappointment thanks to lofty expectations). Rundown1:26 Assessing the D-backs-Rangers World Series Matchup9:09 Brandon Pfaadt's Postseason Surge; 2024 Outlook13:25 Why We Underestimated Adolis García20:02 Chas McCormick's Breakout27:17 Buying Lane Thomas' Career Year as Repeatable?33:56 Spencer Steer's Future Outlook41:57 Attempting to Make Sense of Cody Bellinger's Bounceback48:03 Does Vlad Jr. Still Offer an Elite Ceiling?56:40 Would You Rather Have Triston Casas than Vlad Jr.? (No....at least, probably not.)Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at $1.99/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the recent success of Jordan Montgomery and changes he's made since leaving the Yankees via trade in 2021, Aaron Nola v. Blake Snell as real-life free agents and for 2024 fantasy value, and several offseason injury updates including shoulder surgery for Brandon Woodruff and Kyle Wright, knee surgery for Byron Buxton, turf toe surgery for Jazz Chisholm Jr., and more. Rundown1:40 Jordan Montgomery 3.0 & Future Outlook7:53 An Intriguing Market for Free Agent Pitchers Awaits11:05 Clayton Kershaw's Health13:08 Shoulder Capsule Surgery for Brandon Woodruff & Kyle Wright18:40 Justin Verlander is a Top-___ Pitcher in 202424:29 Nathan Eovaldi's Postseason Success; Challenging Projection29:34 Blake Snell v. Aaron Nola41:25 'Sitting Slow': How the Astros Hit Sonny Gray?44:31 Byron Buxton Undergoes Knee Surgery52:05 Kim Ng Chooses to Part Ways with Marlins58:36 Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s Turf Toe Surgery; Chisholm v. Varsho in 2024?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1.99/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Welsh talk season winners, value risers, league offense numbers, elite average player totals and a little AFL talk around Jackson Jobe.RundownJackson Jobe - 6:14Fantasy Awards - 13:23Mailbag Question Jazz vs Chourio - 25:02RP values from 2023 - 39:11Super player averages - 44:22Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Al wrap up the Friday edition of the show for 2023 by recommending a handful of streamers for the final weekend and reviewing the trends that made this season an interesting one from a fantasy perspective. Specifically, they look at how the regulation of shifts and increase in stolen bases affected the fantasy landscape, and they looked back on a busy season for prospect debuts.Rundown1:06 The latest news6:26 Streamers for the final weekend11:04 The latest news, continued20:06 Looking back at 2023: The rule changes33:21 Looking back at 2023: The never-ending Prospect-Palooza45:44 Some ERA risers and fallers48:33 Final thoughtsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Welsh talk final week hitters and pitchers to stream and the release of the Arizona Fall League rosters.RundownZac Gallen vs Blake Snell 2024 - 6:33Blake Snell stuff - 8:11Felix interviews Snell - 14:35Pitchers for Tue-Thur - 19:09Hitters to pick-up - 30:47AFL Roster release - 35:04Top AFL hitting prospects - 38:48Colson Montgomery - 48:05Top AFL pitching prospects - 52:21Deeper AFL prospects to watch - 57:08Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Al take their final look at weekly FAB, identifying players to target to help out in the season’s concluding week. They also discuss Max Fried’s move to the IL as well as Shane Bieber’s return and Sandy Alcantara’s timetable, and they talk about their expectations for Rays prospect Junior Caminero, who is set to make his major league debut.Rundown1:24 IL comings and goings: Max Fried, Sandy Alcantara, Shane Bieber12:42 The rest of the big news20:47 How to approach the final FAB24:14 Hitters to consider37:41 Starters to target45:03 Closer CornerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Welsh are talking Ohtani's injury, Snell's CY Young bid, streaming options Thur/Fri, prospects and moreFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Al look into the fantasy viability of recent callups Heston Kjerstad and Pete Crow-Armstrong, and they identify several hitters who could and should still be added in 10- and 12-team leagues. They also prioritize which starting pitchers are worth adding for the stretch run and discuss the Cubs’, Rays’ and Cardinals’ bullpen situations.Rundown1:00 Heston Kjerstad is the latest top prospect to debut9:58 Pete Crow-Armstrong’s debut and other big news items27:37 Other hitters to consider36:42 Two-start pitchers and streamers50:53 Closer cornerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Welsh discuss the injury to Jasson Dominguez, Pete Crow-Armstrong's call to the majors, the Brewers almost 11-inning no-hitter, pitchers for the week and more.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Al talk about what to expect from the latest prospect callups, Jordan Lawlar and Evan Carter, and consider the fallout from injuries to Sandy Alcantara and Jorge Soler. They also sort through a lengthy list of projected two-start pitchers and discuss some recent bullpen changes for the Marlins, Rays and Rockies.Rundown1:17 Prospect-palooza continues with Jordan Lawlar, Evan Carter and Davis Daniel10:54 The rest of the big news items25:12 A few more hitters to consider34:31 Two-start pitchers and streamers49:26 Closer cornerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Welsh discuss the posting of Shōta Imanaga, Clayton Kershaw worries, Altuve vs Jazz in 2024, a prospect to get now and more.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Welsh talk about what made this new Cole Ragans, who's next, Jasson Dominguez, Mason Miller and more on the season finale of Project Prospect.RundownSuccess of under 6-foot pitchers - 4:42Ohtani to hit and pitch in the future - 10:52Julio Urias suspension - 17:30How "THIS" Cole Ragans came to be - 22:16Minor League development lacking - 29:08Who is the next Cole Ragans? - 39:07Mason Miller - 47:04Dynasty: Ragans or M. Miller - 49:37Royce Lewis and Jordan Walker - 51:05Jasson Domginez - 54:08Top Prospect Update - 58:10Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al discuss where they are looking to add several prospects who have made or are about to make their major league debuts, including Jasson Dominguez, Austin Wells, Ceddanne Rafaela and Ronny Mauricio. They also look at how Lucas Giolito, Hunter Renfroe and Harrison Bader might fare with their new teams and sort out a thin week for pitching on the waiver wire.Rundown1:22 Jasson Dominguez and a bevy of prospect debuts18:02 The other news, including players waived by the Angels27:21 Other hitters to consider31:38 Pitching developments39:43 Streamers and two start-pitchers49:14 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the group of players placed on waivers Tuesday -- including five members of the Angels -- and try to determine if there is a need to alter the timing of the Trade Deadline, or if a return to the 'waiver trade deadline' era is necessary. Plus, they discuss causes for the recent struggles of Lucas Giolito, Alex Cobb's brush with a no-hitter, and the potential for a final month rebound in the face of disappointing 2023 performances at the plate. Rundown1:25 The Angels Trade Deadline Additions Get Placed on Waivers8:03 Is a Roster Rules Refresher Needed?10:57 What's Causing Lucas Giolito's Recent Struggles?17:45 Finding Viable Contributors Among Other Waived Players32:50 Alex Cobb's Brush with a No-Hitter40:48 Evaluating Potential September Rebounds (Hitters)55:09 Join Us in Arizona for Baseball HQ's First Pitch Event in November!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow R&B on Twitter: @ratesandbarrelse-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out this offer from our sponsors:Give ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/RATES to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Welsh are looking at post-hype prospect bats to target that have exhausted their prospect eligibility, plus Ceddane Rafaela's outlook and more.RundownCeddane Rafaela - :57Rafael vs P. Meadows - 5:17Kyle Harrison - 7:09Miguel Vargas - 13:46Brett Baty - 21:45Pete Alonso potential trade - 27:23Matt Mervis - 29:30Henry Davis - 34:56Estevan Florial - 38:05Easier in Triple-A? - 46:40Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out this offer from our sponsors:Give ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/RATES to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss several increasingly important pitchers for the stretch run of the 2023 fantasy baseball season -- including Cole Ragans, whose increased velocity and new slider have put him on the fast-track to a place among the league's Top 40 Starting Pitchers. Rundown0:43 The Rapid Emergence of Cole Ragans10:04 Any Changes for Aaron Civale in Tampa Bay?15:09 Cristopher Sánchez's Arrival in Philly18:02 Seth Lugo's Renaissance with the Padres27:28 Zach Eflin and Escaping The Glob29:57 Kodai Senga's Improved Second-Half Walk Rate35:58 Brandon Williamson: Lower Walk Rate in MLB than Double-A and Triple-A?42:38 Adbert Alzolay's Move Toward the Circle of Trust45:45 A Longer List of Reliable Closers Looking Toward 2024?55:10 Tyler Wells' Shift to the Bullpen in the MinorsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow R&B on Twitter: @ratesandbarrelse-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out this offer from our sponsors:Give ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/RATES to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al discuss the fallout from Shohei Ohtani’s torn UCL and Mike Trout’s return to the IL, and they also look into the fantasy appeal of several recently-promoted players, including Oswald Peraza, Everson Pereira, Wilyer Abreu and Korey Lee. On the pitching side, DVR and Al consider the types of leagues that Cole Ragans and Ryan Pepiot should be added to, and they talk about the potential for saves in the Athletics’ bullpen.Rundown1:27 Bad news for the Angels9:46 The rest of the week’s big news24:06 Other hitters of note35;09 Pitchers to consider43:24 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsNuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at Nuts.com/rates.Get 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/RATES to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a few takeaways from the first seven rounds of the Too Early Meatball Draft -- including the myriad of great choices from the No. 3 spot on the first round, continuing to draft starting pitchers early if other teams try to wait, a potential rebound from Trea Turner, and Elly De La Cruz's push toward top-15 status for 2024. Plus, they discuss a few differences in how to approach protecting a lead at the end of the season compared to attempts to make up ground. Link to Too Early Meatball Draft Board: https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter/status/1694203814910275867/photo/1Rundown1:20 The Top of the Board from the 'Too Early Meatball Draft'6:47 Skills Growth From Fernando Tatis Jr.10:31 Spencer Strider v. Elite Bats at Pick 314:54 A Smaller Circle of Trust for Closers in Early Draft Formats?21:21 Freddie Freeman Keeps Getting Better25:37 Chasing Power In The Current Run Environment26:55 Elly De La Cruz's Push Toward Round 132:47 Interest in Re-Drafting at All-Star Break38:07 What's Going On with Trea Turner?43:08 Matt McLain's Great Rookie Season51:17 How to Protect a Lead60:35 Chasing a LeadFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsNuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at Nuts.com/rates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh discuss the rapid development of prospects and how they are moving levels. Do we need to re--think the process for prospects as a whole, or is it case by case? The guys also take look at Paul Skenes stuff+ numbers and the ever debating fastball shape.RundownNolan Schanuel - 1:07Is there much of a gap between levels anymore? - 3:43Do we buy into age to level anymore? - 8:22Hitters adjusting to Stuff+ - 9:54Paul Skenes usage - 19:07Skenes Stuff+ in MiLB - 21:02Strasburg vs Skenes - 27:57Team KPI - 31:20Eno's Paul Skenes worry? - 35:01A-ball Stuff+ pitchers - 36:45Dylan Crews - 37:41Fantasy approach to rookies moving forward - 40:30Prospect Top-5 for 2024 fantasy - 46:12Pete Crow-Armstrong - 56:29Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the local of pitcher whiffs and whether it matters if swings and misses are generated inside the strike zone, outside the strike zone, or if a truly elite pitcher needs to do both. Rundown2:36 Are High O-Swing% & Low Z-Contact% Pitchers Elite?5:52 Getting In-Zone Whiffs with Fastballs10:54 Bailey Ober's Surprising Placement in Both Categories13:07 Whiffs In the Heart of the Strike Zone17:45 High O-Swing% & High Z-Contact% = Great Command?25:53 What is Justin Steele?29:33 Low O-Swing%, Low Z-Contact%42:03 Expecting A Unique Role for Kyle Harrison44:37 Is There Anything Supporting Brady Singer's Recent Surge?48:23 Making Sense of Luis Severino's 2023Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsGet 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/RATES to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al discuss their expectations for the two latest top prospects to be called up to make their major league debuts, Nolan Schanuel and Masyn Winn. They also identify other prospects who could be promoted soon, including Jordan Lawlar and Pete Crow-Armstrong. DVR and Al also discuss some outfielders seeing increased playing time, a healthy cohort of streamable pitchers, and the bullpen situations for the Mariners, Mets, Diamondbacks and Rays.Rundown0:52 The big prospect debuts: Nolan Schanuel and Masyn Winn16:59 More big stories from this week22:53 Other hitters to consider32:45 Streamers and two-start pitchers47:37 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Check out these offers from our ad partners...HelloFresh: Go to hellofresh.com/50rates and use code 50rates for 50% off plus free shipping!LinkedIn: Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/rates23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss broader aspects of O-Swing% (chase rate) and whether it's a skills flaw that can draw excessive negativity -- especially with younger players. Plus, they consider whether 'The Perfect Hitter' exists, and which current player has the best case for that title. Rundown1:07 Do the Circumstances Matter Around Chasing4:54 Salvador Perez & Aging Hitters10:26 O-Swing% Leaders in 2023 (High%)17:58 Amed Rosario21:14 The Best $20+ Hitter Season We Haven't Talked About26:00 Luis Robert Jr.: Elite Skills w/Chase Concerns?31:29 Bryce Harper's Recent Increase in O-Swing%37:46 The 2023 Version of Juan Soto39:30 Does 'The Perfect Hitter' Exist, and Who Is That Player?47:06 Where is Vlad Jr.'s Power?52:45 Did 'Gather As You Go' Work for Steals?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners...HelloFresh: Go to hellofresh.com/50rates and use code 50rates for 50% off plus free shipping!LinkedIn: Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/rates23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh are taking a deep dive into prospect pitcher workloads, recent call-ups and more.RundownWade Meckler - 0:58Luis Matos - 3:35Osleivis Basabe - 11:24Colton Cowser - 17:04Line Drive Rate and Vaughn Grissom - 20:32Logan Allen - 32:45Pfaadt vs Allen - 38:55Taj Bradley - 41:58Reese Olson - 50:156-Man rotation vs Piggy backing - 56:07Innings Cap Alarm - 1:02:54Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners...HelloFresh: Go to hellofresh.com/50rates and use code 50rates for 50% off plus free shipping!LinkedIn: Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/rates23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the disturbing allegations against Wander Franco that have prompted the Rays to place him on the restricted list. Plus, Eno shares a few takeaways from this weekend's Sabermetrics, Scouting, and the Science of Baseball Conference in Chicago, before digging into several mailbag questions about late-season pitching strategy and the effectiveness of sweepers as the league-wide usage of the pitch increases. Rundown1:10 Wander Franco Placed on the Restricted List3:57 Eno's Trip to the Sabermetrics, Scouting, and the Science of Baseball Conference19:24 Training Stuff+ On Previous Years & Players Making Adjustments31:33 Checking in on the 2023 Sweeper Craze40:04 Late-Season Starting Pitching Strategy51:54 The Stone Age of Arm Health?59:26 Using Defense in Fantasy?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners...HelloFresh: Go to hellofresh.com/50rates and use code 50rates for 50% off plus free shipping!LinkedIn: Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/rates23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al discuss where to add recently-promoted Mariners pitching prospect Emerson Hancock and what changes to expect in the Orioles’ rotation in the coming weeks. They also consider whether the ranks of teams to stream pitchers against has changed over the course of the season, and whether Matthew Liberatore has earned our trust in favorable matchups. DVR and Al talk about the growing ranks of young players on the Athletics’ roster, and they conclude by looking for saves in the Tigers’ bullpen.Rundown0:46 This week’s biggest news items7:29 Should we be streaming against the same teams we streamed against earlier in the season?17:48 More news items from the past week26:53 Hitters of note43:29 Two-start pitchers and streamers48:37 Closer corner: Should we add Beau Brieske?Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Ronald Acuña Jr.'s massive improvement in strikeout rate as he continues to build a NL MVP resumé, and dig into other year-over-year risers and fallers in that category while trying to determine the future expectations for the biggest movers in both directions. Rundown0:49 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Massive K% Improvement7:50 The Value of a Good Two-Strike Approach12:41 Other Hitters with Positive Gains in K%18:37 Selling Out for Power23:33 Giancarlo Stanton's xStats v. ROS Projections29:32 Improved K% and Weight on Future Projections33:47 Biggest Fallers in Strikeout Rate38:28 Luis Robert Jr.: Making a Fair Trade-Off to Max Out Power?46:58 Thairo Estrada's Uphill Battle to Stick in Everyday Role49:28 Brett Baty's Demotion55:34 xStats Remain Underwhelmed by Isaac ParedesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/rates to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcalderaGive ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/rates to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh discuss how difficult pitching prospects have become to project, Curtis Mead's debut and the call-ups that could be coming soon.RundownCurtis Mead - :53Marcelo Mayer - 8:21Masyn Winn - 14:50Brooks Lee - 21:04Tyler Black - 29:11Everson Pereira - 35:18Sept call-ups - 39:04Prospect Pitchers tougher to value - 44:16Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/rates to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcalderaGive ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/rates to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the fisticuffs between José Ramírez and Tim Anderson in Cleveland over the weekend, and a slew of players swapping places on the IL with the return of Brandon Woodruff and Max Fried getting offset by injuries to Shane McClanahan and Carlos Rodón. Rundown0:59 José Ramírez and Tim Anderson Throw Hands in Cleveland7:15 What is Going On with the White Sox?12:29 Carlos Rodón Undergoing MRI on Hamstring16:53 Can Rodón Rebound in 2024?20:10 Shane McClanahan Returns To the IL26:19 Brandon Woodruff Returns From the IL31:46 Revisiting the Injury-Risk Pitchers in the Pick 100-200 Range39:28 Potential Sleepers Post Trade Deadline47:40 Max Fried's Excellent Return 50:16 Changes for Yonny Chirinos in Atlanta?54:15 Another Big Slump From Jose AbreuFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 20% OFF with our code RATES at calderalab.com/rates to unlock your youthful glow with Caldera + Lab! #teamcalderaGive ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/rates to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al consider Zack Littell’s fantasy value in light of Shane McClanahan’s trip to the IL, Tyler Wells’ recent demotion, the returns of Brandon Woodruff and Brendan Rodgers and Randal Grichuk’s appeal for 12-team leagues. They also discuss an intriguing group of streamable pitchers and the recent changes in the Mariners’, White Sox’s, Royals’, Mets’ and Cardinals’ bullpens in the aftermath of the trade deadline.Rundown0:42 The biggest news of the week15:47 Hitters of note27:49 Pitchers of note33:18 Curtis Mead promotion37:41 More pitchers of note41:08 Streamers and two-start pitchers52:35 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Framber Valdez's no-hitter, changes in his profile compared to past seasons, and the fallout from the Trade Deadline as opportunities for changes on several depth charts plays out for the final two months of the season. Rundown1:01 Framber Valdez's 93-Pitch No-Hitter7:25 Dominic Canzone Gets an Immediate Opportunity10:07 DFA'd Veterans Seeking New Teams19:33 Kyle Manzardo's Path to a 2023 Debut22:57 The Marlins' New Depth Chart28:14 The Rangers' Rotation, With Health31:23 Spencer Howard's New Start with Yankees33:44 Luis Patiño to the White Sox37:38 YOUR Favorite Deals From This Deadline Window42:07 Eno's Favorite Trades56:01 Willingness to Pay a Premium for Prospects58:29 Masyn Winn Getting the Call This Season?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh discuss the prospects on the move via the MLB Trade Deadline.RundownKyle Manzardo - 1:58Aaron Civale - 8:37Taj Bradley optioned - 12:34Bliss/Canzone trade - 17:48Over valuing years of control - 21:30Drop A. Thomas for Canzone? - 24:37How to project power - 29:02Robert Hassell - 32:061 in 4 prospects at deadline become a thing - 36:43Tekoah Roby - 38:44Deeper traded sleepers - 43:00Rich Hill trade - 47:00Hype of FYPD vs older breakouts - 53:08Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a busy three-day stretch in the final weekend before the Trade Deadline as Max Scherzer was flipped to the Rangers, Lance Lynn joins the Dodgers' rotation, and the Angels add two more bats. Rundown0:38 Max Scherzer to the Rangers3:34 Luisangel Acuña Heads to the Mets; Ozzie Albies Comps13:06 The Value in Knowing 'Why' Things Do/Don't Work17:11 A Pitch Mix Question; Lance Lynn to the Dodgers25:48 Will Justin Verlander Get Traded Too?33:33 Jordan Montgomery & Chris Stratton to the Rangers40:31 Jordan Hicks to the Blue Jays42:33 Randal Grichuk & C.J. Cron Traded Back to Angels51:39 The Royals Trade Nicky Lopez to Atlanta55:06 A JP Sears QuestionFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the big news of the week in anticipation of a busy weekend of waiver-wire pickups as Tuesday's Trade Deadline draws closer.Rundown0:33 Lucas Giolito & Reynaldo López to Angels7:44 Amed Rosario to the Dodgers; Noah Syndergaard to the Guardians16:39 Carlos Santana to the Brewers22:44 David Roberts to the Marlins24:31 Marco Luciano's ROS 'Would You Rathers?'31:33 Favorite Stashes In Hopes of Post-Deadline Spike in Value35:10 Matt Walner's Surge in Playing Time39:32 Weekly Pitching Outlook (Jose Urquidy, Johnny Cueto)45:53 Somewhat Available Two-Start Pitchers51:55 Streaming Considerations55:34 Bridging the Gap From Jordan Hicks to Ryan Helsley's Return from the ILFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Get 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code RATES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR take a spin around the depth charts of the expected sellers at the Trade Deadline in search of potential playing time winners in the fallout from swaps. Rundown1:22 Marco Luciano Joins the Giants7:13 White Sox Deadline-Related Opportunities13:38 More Bullpen Changes in KC?20:35 Limited Options for the Tigers to Deal Away?26:48 Any A's Worth Stashing?33:00 AL Grab Bag41:36 The Next Rockies Up46:02 Will the Padres Sell?49:13 Pirates on the Move54:41 Tyler O'Neil & Cards Trade Chips59:01 Are the Cubs Buyers or Sellers?1:04:13 Finding Value In the Nats' DepthFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Get 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code RATES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh look at Sal Frelick player comps. Is Alika Williams someone to buy? Tyler Black, Everson Pereira, Austin Wells and more.RundownAlika Williams - 1:03Nick Gonzales - 8:41Sal Frelick - 13:20Jackson Wolf - 21:49Austin Wells - 25:03Brandon Barriera - 29:20Rockies Pitcher TJ's - 31:25Eno's Kid Guest Stars - 36:03Organization development - 36:52Tyler Black - 42:53Everson Periera - 45:53Jorbit Vivas - 50:42Johan Rojas - 53:41Listener Questions - 54:29Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the change atop the AL East with the Orioles taking first place away from the Rays over the course of a four-game series and a few movers on Eno's latest Starting Pitcher Rankings. Plus, they examine a few surprising pitchers from the past calendar year leaderboard, and answer several mailbag questions. Rundown4:44 O's Move to First Place in the AL East (& The Rays' Recent Slide)13:21 What Did Baltimore See in Ryan O'Hearn?18:48 Pitcher Improvement Amplified by Camden Yards Changes?23:41 Surprises From the Past Calendar Year Leaderboard (SPs only)32:33 An Inside Track to Extending Shohei Ohtani by Trading For Him Now?39:06 Kutter Crawford's Emergence in the Red Sox's Rotation45:57 Paul Skenes & Mound Placement52:01 Is Alek Thomas Fixed?56:55 Ongoing Concern About Emmanuel Clase; Is It Justified?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Get 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code RATES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al assess the fantasy value of several prospects who were promoted in the past week, including Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Endy Rodríguez and Cade Marlowe. They also look into the types of leagues where Alex Kirilloff and Oswald Peraza should be added, determine which pitchers are worth streaming in the coming week and highlight relievers who could become closers after the trade deadline.Rundown0:51 This week’s big fantasy news stories20:50 Hitters of note32:06 Starting pitchers to consider, including streamers and two-start pitchers44:33 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the barrage of runs from Tuesday night and wonder if an extremely hot summer will continue to propel offense around the league. Plus, they discuss a few tips for making trades, long-term concerns about Corbin Carroll's shoulder, aging catchers, and a pitch that might be the most unusual offering in baseball. Rundown1:52 DVR Loses Delivery Crown3:14 Climate Change and Baseball9:50 Future Adjustments to Stadium Dimensions & Amenities?14:45 A San Francisco Stumper19:13 Trade Tips: What Actually Gets Deals Done?27:43 Cody Bellinger's Long-Term Outlook34:11 Corbin Carroll's Shoulder40:38 Dynasty Value of Veteran Catchers (J.T. Realmuto & Salvador Pérez)50:23 Trust Location+ More In-Season?52:04 The Most Unusual Pitch in Baseball?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Go to zbiotics.com/rates to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is back with Eno and Welsh for a new Project Prospect! Jacob Misiorowski to double-A, and maybe the majors in the near future. Jasson Dominguez to trade or hold, interesting pitching prospects and more.RundownJacob Misiorowski - 1:29Jackson Merrill - 7:19Age to level Jasson Dominguez - 11:42James Wood vs Junior Caminero - 20:09Top of the list prospects - 25:55Future prospect traps - 29:55Jack Leiter - 33:20Ben Brown - 40:24Bryce Jarvis - 42:10Chase Dollander and Rockies - 48:20Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno Sarris and Chris Welsh are breaking down Christian Encarnacion-Strand's debut, where he can play and who else it hurts. Grayson Rodriguez vs Andrew Abbott vs Bryan Woo, waivers and moreFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Al discuss the latest prospects on the cusp of their major league debuts — namely, Tyler Soderstrom, Zack Gelof and Johan Rojas. Eno talks about the good and the bad of Elly De La Cruz’s attack angle and the significance of the changing park factors at PETCO Park, and he and Al dissect the waiver wire options coming out of the All-Star Break.Rundown1:15 The Athletics and Phillies call up top prospects7:17 The other notable news items15:39 Elly De La Cruz’s attack angle and other hitter developments32:43 What we can learn from one-year park factors39:29 Streamers/two-start pitchers56:15 Closer cornerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. may have won this year’s Home Run Derby, but Eno and Al are wondering why he has been hitting fewer homers so far in 2023. They also look at some takeaways from this week’s All-Star Game, including lower velocity for several pitchers and Jordan Romano’s back issues. Eno and Al also do a midseason recap of the top-15 starting pitchers in Roto value and try to better understand some enigmatic players, like Bryce Elder, Ha-Seong Kim and Joc Pederson.Rundown1:05 What’s going on with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s home run power?4:34 All-Star Game takeaways18:46 Reviewing the top 15 Roto starting pitchers27:46 A few All-Star break news items42:04 First-half enigmasFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno Sarris and Chris Welsh are breaking down Paul Skenes big numbers, Dylan Crews comps, Jacob Misiorowski's insane Stuff+ numbers and much more.RundownJackson Holliday to AA - 9:33Blaze Jordan to AA - 12:12Pauk Skenes - 17:01Driveline Stuff+ vs Eno's Stuff+ - 18:56Where does velo pass shape? - 23:10Dylan Crews comps - 30:27Max Clark - 37:21Wyatt Langford vs Max Clark - 38:15Tommy Troy - 42:15Mini FYPD Rank - 45:17Jacob Misiorowski's fastball - 47:17Mick Abel - 51:47Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.