Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

It's a Rates & Barrels -- Pitcher List mash-up! The heated battle in the Baseball Pods tournament Championship Game was ruined by bots, so we collaborated for a podcast episode! Eno and DVR are joined by Nick Pollack and Alex Fast of Pitcher List to discuss the pitchers we disagree about the most this draft season.Rundown3:57 Finally, Dissent About Brandon Woodruff9:20 Is the League-Wide Innings Concern Overblown?14:33 Does José Berríos Have One More Level?22:43 Concerns About Julio Urías30:25 Jose Urquidy and Pitch Type Whiff Rate vs. Overall Whiff Rates38:47 A 100% Happiness Guarantee on Aaron Civale47:26 Are the Strikeouts Coming From Sandy Alcantara?51:38 Josh Lindblom’s Second Year in Milwaukee59:13 Max Fried vs. Hyun-Jin Ryu63:03 Ian Anderson vs. Chris Paddack70:50 Sixto Sánchez vs. Patrick CorbinFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Nick on Twitter: @PitcherListFollow Alex on Twitter: @AlexFast8e-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR look for breakouts and sleepers from each team in the AL & NL East, before discussing several tweaks that MLB is experimenting with at various minor-league levels in 2021.Rundown6:10 Still Buying Austin Riley?11:12 Excited About Trevor Rogers & Edward Cabrera15:12 Is there a Great Marlins’ Hitter On the Way?19:48 Do the Mets Have Any Undervalued Players?25:22 Can the Phillies Get it Right with Spencer Howard?30:16 A Pod Divided: Victor Robles36:48 An Opportunity for Yusniel Diaz in Baltimore?44:58 When Will Jarren Duran Arrive? Buying Dalbec?50:33 Banking on a Deivi García Breakout?53:37 Can the Rays Fix Francisco Mejía?59:51 Get Rowdy63:12 Minor League Rules ExperimentsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Up for the The Athletic Best Ball Cutline Championship Here:https://nfc.shgn.com/signup/baseball/AthleticBBCCPlease fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a round of intriguing spring news items before looking for breakouts and sleepers from each team in the AL & NL Central. Rundown3:59 Carlos Carrasco Injury6:24 Frankie Montas Progressing Well13:20 Kirby Yates Nearing Spring Debut15:39 100-Inning Relievers, Starters Later?25:47 Taking One More Chance on Nick Pivetta?25:09 Xander Bogaerts "Pretty Close" to 100 Percent32:00 Faith in Andrew Vaughn39:39 Cheap Speed in Cleveland's Outfield?45:19 Plenty of Fun, Late Options in Detroit51:53 A Benintendi Bounce Back?54:58 DVR's Case For Luis Arraez60:04 Digging Deep on the Cincinnati Depth Chart63:35 Finding Fantasy Gold in Pittsburgh67:07 Obligatory Freddy Peralta Talk70:56 Why Not Now for Tyler O'Neill?74:42 Closing It Out with the CubsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/mo to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR recap their LABR auctions from the weekend and share their selections for breakouts (or sleepers, if those still exist) from each team in the AL West and NL West. Rundown4:16 Eno's AL LABR Plan17:24 DVR's NL LABR Plan33:05 Logan Gilbert's ETA; Ty France Love36:22 Is Josh Jung Primed to Take Over at Third Base?42:48 Digging Deep for Luis Rengifo47:24 Concerns About Jared Walsh's Playing Time?50:13 Don't Forget About Ka'ai (Blaze) Tom56:46 Myles Straw vs. Chas McCormick60:57 Mauricio Dubón Time in San Francisco?65:02 Time To Buy In on Brendan Rodgers?70:04 Will the Zack Greinke Deal Bear Fruit in Arizona?74:17 Are There Any Overlooked Players in San Diego?79:14 Will This Year's Kyle Tucker Come From Los Angeles?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveyAL LABR Results: https://www.rtsports.com/labr-al-auctionNL LABR Results: https://www.rtsports.com/labr-nl-auctionSubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss Jackie Bradley Jr. in Milwaukee, the Brewers' improved defense and loaded bullpen, how things are shaping up in a four-team NL Central battle, potential suitors for Jake Odorizzi, spring training things they are excited to see, and more. Rundown1:03 Jackie Bradley Jr. to Milwaukee10:55 A Four-Team Race in the NL Central14:06 Jake Odorizzi to Houston?20:26 Is Spring Training Worth the Risk?26:04 What We're Hoping to See This Spring33:59 Get Well Soon, Aaron Boone36:42 Brad Hand and the Nats' Bullpen39:58 Re-Thinking 90 Feet Between BasesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Framber Valdez's finger injury, the potential impact of the delayed start of the Triple-A season, tiers for rookie pitchers, how the Padres may handle MacKenzie Gore in 2021, how to utilize auction values in a snake draft, and the role that luck may play in barrel rates. Rundown2:24 Framber Valdez's Spring Finger Injury7:33 A Delayed Start to the Triple-A Season13:52 Building Tiers for Rookie Pitchers20:25 Prospect of the Week is Back! 26:02 How Will the Padres Handle MacKenzie Gore?40:13 Using the Auction Values for Snake Drafts53:34 Are Barrels Somewhat Luck Based?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the first wave of March drafts — including their hesitation to draft Shane Bieber as a mid first-round pick — how to deal with news and other information during spring training, auction strategy thoughts ahead of this weekend’s LABR auctions, platoon splits for prospects, and more. Rundown2:11 Early March Drafts Begin!4:41 Why Do We Hesitate to Draft Shane Bieber in Round 1?13:02 How Should We Handle Spring Training News?22:39 What Else Moves the Needle in March?33:49 Auction Strategy & Observations50:02 Prospect Platoon Splits & Jarred Kelenic57:27 A Failed Attempt at BriberyFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/mo: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the value of players being in the 'best shape of their life', Spencer Torkelson's arrival in the Weird Injury Club, and say goodbye to Kevin Mather and hello to a great group of young players on the brink of contributing in Seattle. Rundown3:19 Who Isn't In the Best Shape of His or Her Life Right Now?10:29 What Do the Numbers Say?19:51 Spencer Torkelson Joins the Weird Injury Club (We're All Members)31:02 Goodbye, Kevin Mather. Hello, Great Players En Route to Seattle42:55 Remember Four-Man Rotations?53:07 Lowering IP Floors56:23 The Original Ben Zobrist61:34 February Beer of the MonthFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperPlease fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss their preferred draft positions (KDS) based on the unique shape of the 2021 player pool, before discussing keeper and dynasty league strategies, Fernando Tatis Jr. vs. Juan Soto, possibility eliminating the saves category, and more!Rundown4:09 Preferred Draft Slots (KDS)21:18 Keeper League Startup Strategy33:06 Open Player Universe Considerations39:59 How to Approach Keeper Leagues w/Diluted Player Pools44:43 Tatis vs. Soto as a Keeper Dilemma51:00 Is This the Peak in Tatis’ Keeper/Dynasty Value?56:36 Positional Priorities in Draft Tools60:43 When Are We Going to Ditch Saves?63:54 Ranking For Job Security Over Skills w/ClosersFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR finally take the plunge into the pool of relievers as they wrap up their 2021 positional preview series.Rundown3:30 How Many Elite Closers Are There?10:15 Is it Necessary to Pay Up for a Top Option?15:20 Second-Tier Closer Targets29:03 Third-Tier Closers35:04 Minnesota's Unsettled Ninth Inning41:36 Taking Shots in San Diego & St. Louis54:07 Any Interest in Jake McGee as San Francisco's Closer?73:09 SPaRPs and Bulk Relievers of InterestFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the Padres' 14-year extension with Fernando Tatis Jr., the next young star capable of getting a similar deal, teams with good (and bad) depth, and history's lack of appreciation for Ben Zobrist's 2009 season. Rundown4:51 Fernando Tatis Jr. Early Career Comps9:13 A Potentially Team-Friendly Deal for the Padres14:49 Why Tatis Staying in San Diego Isn't Bad for Baseball18:46 Looking for the Next Long-Term Deal for a Young Star33:17 Over/Under 3.5 Starting Pitchers with 200+ IP in 2021?41:58 Teams In Good at Bad Poor Positions with Depth56:39 Revisiting Ben Zobrist's Incredible 2009 SeasonFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] consider taking a few minutes to follow out our Listener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurveySubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR move on to Part 3 of their Starting Pitcher Preview and focus on their favorite late-round pitching sleepers, before discussing several of your late-round targets and pitchers of interest. Rundown2:59 What’s Next for Tarik Skubal?11:26 Banking on a Rebound From Josh Lindblom15:44 Which Luke Weaver Will Show Up in 2021?18:49 Should We Have Interest In J.T. Brubaker?24:26 Current Interest in Cal Quantrill30:10 Late Late Options36:59 Tejay Antone's Improvement in the Cincinnati System39:56 Is There Another Level For Justus Sheffield?43:52 Looking for the Next Kevin Gausman in San Francisco52:02 Any Interest Elieser Hernández?56:25 Pocket Aces — Yay or Nay?64:12 Quality of Stuff vs. Command Late69:36 Brailyn Marquez's Path to the Cubs' Rotation71:16 Best-Case Scenario for Severino, Syndergaard & Sale83:30 Spring News UpdatesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR continue their starting pitcher preview series before discussing a busy weekend of news including the signings of Justin Turner, James Paxton and Rich Hill. Rundown2:36 Targeting Mike Soroka5:58 Is Tyler Mahle’s 2020 Skills Growth Sustainable?14:26 Are The Strike-Throwers Underrated?20:15 Stephen Strasburg & Injury Risk29:59 Spencer Turnbull is One of “Eno’s Guys”35:29 Expectations for Brandon Woodruff and Corbin Burnes44:40 James Paxton Returns to Seattle49:29 Rich Hill Heads to Tampa Bay54:58 Jake Arrieta’s Reunion with the Cubs59:36 Justin Turner Stays in LA65:32 Asdrúbal Cabrera in Arizona68:05 Have We Seen Nomar Mazara’s Best Season Yet?74:06 C.J. Cron Goes to ColoradoFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the surprising three-team deal that sent Andrew Benintendi to Kansas City, a frugal winter in Boston, the release of the PECOTA projections, home run derby leagues, and Juan Soto’s ridiculous ceiling. Rundown3:06 Andrew Benintendi in Kansas City10:20 A Frugal Winter in Boston17:19 Cubs Over White Sox in 2021?28:31 Other Interesting PECOTA Projections37:10 Home Run Derby League 42:55 Pitchers Most Likely to Benefit w/New 2021 Baseball48:14 Juan Soto’s Ridiculous Ceiling59:47 Thank You — For the Hardware!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR kick off their Starting Pitcher preview series by examining the arms in the Top-30 range of Eno's pitcher rankings, before discussing the return of in-game video for 2021, and decreased chances of the Universal DH this season. Rundown1:21 A DH Update and the Impact on Pitchers5:13 Shane Bieber’s Ascent to the Elite Tier11:18 Luis Castillo Cracks Eno’s Top 520:26 One More Great Year From Max Scherzer?26:25 The Case for Framber Valdez32:13 They Really Are Eno’s Astros Now39:34 The Zach Plesac “Problem”45:15 Two Young Marlins that Eno is High On48:33 Jonathan Villar to the Mets51:48 Follow-Up: Is There Another Level Coming from Alex Verdugo?55:39 In-Game Video is Back!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR get caught up on a busy weekend of signings and trades -- including Trevor Bauer's new deal with the Dodgers, Marcell Ozuna's return to Atlanta, and the Rangers-A's swap -- before wrapping up their preview of the 2021 outfield pool. Rundown2:23 Trevor Bauer to the Dodgers12:21 Yu Darvish vs. Bauer20:46 Marcell Ozuna return to Atlanta28:30 A Surprising AL West Deal39:24 The Baseball is Changing, Again!47:33 Outfield Preview, Part 251:10 In On Dylan Carlson Around Pick 150?57:26 Intriguing Cheaper Alternatives to Carlson63:48 Joey Gallo & Punting Batting Average69:10 Prospects on the Early 2021 Radar75:03 How DVR's Brain WorksFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out Eno's story with Ken Rosenthal about the latest changes to the baseball:https://theathletic.com/2375121/2021/02/08/mlb-changes-baseball-deadening/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the troubling accusations of lewd behavior by former Mets manager and current Angels pitching coach Mickey Callaway before exploring the Rockies' lack of direction under Jeff Bridich, and sharing their picks for surprising teams (good and bad) in the upcoming season.Rundown1:05 The Mickey Callaway Story & Another Ugly Side of Baseball Culture8:06 A Clear Need for Institutional Changes17:23 Colorado's Lack of Direction In the Jeff Bridich Era22:56 Nolan Arenado's Potentially Long Stay in St. Louis26:32 Our Final Trevor Bauer Free Agency Check35:01 Examining the Flaws of the 2021 Mets39:54 Teams Most Likely to Surprise & Disappoint52:30 An Early Look at World Series OddsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Kolten Wong's move to Milwaukee, Nelson Cruz staying put in Minnesota, Chris Archer's reunion with the Rays, and Sean Doolittle in the Reds' bullpen, before Part 1 of their 2021 outfield preview. Rundown2:22 Kolten Wong Goes to Milwaukee7:18 Nelson Cruz Returns to Minnesota13:55 Chris Archer’s Reunion with the Rays19:18 Sean Doolittle Joins the Reds’ Bullpen22:00 The Elite Outfielders29:40 Can Christian Yelich and Cody Bellinger Return to MVP Levels?35:38 Trust Levels with Kyle Tucker & Luis Robert41:19 Outfield Targets In the Back of the Top 5048:48 A Very Surprising Highly Projected Veteran Outfielder50:33 Comfortable with Trent Grisham at Current ADP?56:18 Expecting a Rebound From Austin Meadows?66:43 Victor Robles, Byron Buxton & Ramon Laureano73:51 Avoiding Lourdes Gurriel & Teoscar Hernández?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Cardinals' deal for Nolan Arenado, Eddie Rosario's move to Cleveland, and Alex Cobb's move to the Angels before breaking down the third base position for the 2021 fantasy baseball season.Rundown0:51 Projecting Nolan Arenado in St. Louis15:03 Eddie Rosario Goes to Cleveland22:17 Alex Cobb Gets Out of Baltimore29:53 An Apology to José Ramírez35:53 Early-Round Options: Machado, Rendon, Bregman & Devers43:49 Strong Second-Tier Depth53:22 Buying Alec Bohm as a Fringe Top 100 Player in 2021?57:33 Is Josh Donaldson Undervalued?62:53 Options Outside the Top 20070:35 Prospects at Third Base: Torkelson & Jung78:11 Beer of the Month SelectionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Joc Pederson as a Kyle Schwarber replacement, and several mailbag questions including dynasty league strategies, prospect rankings vs. fantasy prospect rankings, and more. Rundown3:39 Joc Pederson in Chicago10:22 Dynasty League Auction Values & Approach18:46 New to Dynasty Leagues: Tools & Sources to Utilize23:55 Julio Rodriguez, Cristian Pache & Prospect Rankings v. Fantasy Prospect Rankings27:50 12-Team Strategy vs. 15-Team Strategy32:41 Dismissing Yelich’s Poor 2020, Accepting Bauer’s Great 2020?39:17 Making Sense of the Angels’ Starting Rotation44:40 Andres Giménez in Keeper Leagues46:56 Jake Cronenworth’s 2021 Outlook51:01 The Orlando Arcia Slander Will Not Stand55:55 Eno’s Scouting Report on Rays Pitcher Joe Ryan66:16 Kohei Arihara & Normal 2020 Workloads70:51 Jo Adell vs. Byron Buxton in Keeper Situations74:16 Root Beers of InterestFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss J.T. Realmuto's return to the Phillies before breaking down the shortstop position for the 2021 fantasy baseball season. Rundown1:50 J.T. Realmuto Re-Ups with Philadelphia8:45 Wilson Ramos in Detroit10:59 Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Case for No. 1 Overall15:58 Continued Love for Trea Turner18:59 Trevor Story & Value Outside of Colorado27:24 Francisco Lindor as a Met30:12 Bo Bichette and Concerns About Toronto Steals Sources34:54 Adalberto Mondesi Thoughts, Vol. 340:37: Xander Bogaerts, Corey Seager & Tim Anderson47:22: Gleyber Torres & Javier Baez Rebounds?53:36 Is Carlos Correa Undervalued Outside the Top 100?55:48 Marcus Semien in Toronto59:30 Late Options & Playing Time Concerns70:06 Prospects On the BrinkFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno & DVR discuss the possible hurdles to spring training in Arizona, the trade of Jameson Taillon to the Yankees, Brad Hand's new opportunity in D.C., and a handful of moves for the Red Sox -- including the addition of Garrett Richards -- before previewing the second base position for the 2021 fantasy baseball season. Rundown2:21 Spring Training in Arizona in Question8:41 Jameson Taillon in the Bronx13:07 A Look at the Pirates' Haul in the Taillon Deal22:12 Brad Hand Goes to Washington25:34 The Red Sox Add Garrett Richards, Enrique Hernandez & Adam Ottavino35:52 Second Base Preview: No First-Rounders. but Love for Albies41:55 Mike Moustakas: Old, Boring & Undervalued?45:30 Cavan Biggio vs. Keston Hiura vs. Brandon Lowe50:17 Is Jeff McNeil as Similar to DJ LeMahieu as Projections Suggest?56:24 Do You Trust Dylan Moore in 2021?61:55 Will Tommy Edman Ever Match His 2019 Debut?69:01 Buying In (Again) on Gavin Lux75:16 Options Outside the Top 300 OverallFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt, DVR discuss the legacy of Hank Aaron before considering the next steps for the Blue Jays, J.T. Realmuto as a possible fit in Atlanta, Eno's recent article about seam-shifted wake, and fatigue with the Hall of Fame voting process.Rundown1:18 Hank Aaron's Legacy10:17 What's Next for the Blue Jays?18:33 Trevor Bauer and Starting Every Fourth Day29:34 Assessing Atlanta's Interest in J.T. Realmuto33:46 Is the Universal DH Situation Holding Up a Marcell Ozuna Deal?36:19 Eno's Latest Article: Seam-Shifted Wake43:58 The History of the Baseball50:31 Hall of Fame Voting FatigueFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Blue Jays' addition of George Springer and Kirby Yates before breaking down the 2021 first base pool. Rundown1:00 Sorting Out the Blue Jays’ Updated Lineup & Depth Chart6:46 Is Kirby Yates Top-10 Closer Again?10:09 George Springer’s Updated Projection From The BAT X18:33 Freddie Freeman in the First Round & Opportunity Cost26:23 DJ LeMahieu & Jose Abreu At Increased Price34:00 Vlad Jr., Luke Voit & Pete Alonso38:03 Looking for Red Flags: Olson, Muncy, Rizzo & Goldy48:14 Joey Votto and the “Last Acceptable First Basemen”53:44 Buying In On a Josh Bell Rebound?59:50 Prospects & Deep League OptionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the firing of Jared Porter, and the three-team trade that sent Joe Musgrove to San Diego before breaking down the 2021 catcher pool. Rundown0:41 Jared Porter Fired by the Mets8:36 Joe Musgrove to San Diego in a Three-Team Swap15:08 J.T. Realmuto Stands Alone (again)24:02 Willson Contreras & Yasmani Grandal as Optimal Targets?27:30 The 6-12 Range Catchers32:32 Is Gary Sánchez Undervalued Despite His Flaws?38:59 Looking Outside the Top-12 Catchers43:59 Digging Deep for Players We Like at the Position50:07 Prospect Catchers of InterestFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR & Britt discuss DJ LeMahieu's new deal with the Yankees, the Blue Jays' struggle to land a top free agent, the potential fit with Trevor Bauer, Theo Epstein as a consultant to Commissioner Manfred, sticky stuff, and more.Rundown1:02 DJ LeMahieu Stays in the Bronx with a Six-Year Deal5:10 The Blue Jays Take Another Silver Medal9:41 International Free Agency Opens19:13 Is MLB Relegation a Pipe Dream?26:05 Theo Epstein Moves Into Consulting Role for Commissioner Manfred33:56 Considering The Double Hook Idea for the DH Rule38:46 Learning from the NFL-Nickelodeon Simulcast43:20 Pine Tar & The Quest for the Sticky Ball51:04 Does Owner Wealth Matter with Respect to a Team's Payroll?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Liam Hendriks' move to the White Sox, their current top-five closers in a filthy 2021 closer pool, what to expect from a few of 2020's surprising pitchers, the viability of six-man rotations as teams look to limit workloads, and more.Rundown6:00 Liam Hendriks Joins the White Sox14:50 Current Top-Five Closers18:00 The Closer Mess25:27 Blake Treinen Returns to the Dodgers; Kenley Jansen Trust Level?31:29 2020 Breakouts: Setting Expectations for Spencer Turnbull, Elieser Hernández, Justus Sheffield45:02 Brad Keller & Seam-Shifted Wake48:35 Six-Man Rotations & Workload ManagementFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Kyle Schwarber's move to the Nationals, MLB teams being unable to work out agreements with Sung-bum Na and Tomoyuki Sugano, the fantasy fallout of the blockbuster trade that sent Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco to the Mets last week, and a new leaderboard at Baseball Savant.Rundown3:01 Kyle Schwarber in D.C.12:23 Treading Carefully with Lower Batting Average Early-Rounders17:29 Sung-bum Na & Tomoyuki Sugano Stay in KBO & NPB20:23 Robbie Grossman, the Detroit Outfield and Victor vs. Victor (vs. Oscar)35:05 Fantasy Fallout of the Francisco Lindor Blockbuster51:54 The Back of the Cleveland Rotation60:50 Baseball Savant's Spin Direction LeaderboardFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Francisco Lindor to the Mets, plus ideas from Britt's recent piece about how to prevent MLB teams from tanking, Eno's look at the impact of missing in-game video in 2020, overdue changes to the Drug of Abuse provisions of the Joint Drug Agreement, and more.Rundown6:07 Ideas for Preventing Tanking in MLB14:59 A Likely Explanation for the Padres’ Recent Spending Spree30:41 Breaking News: Francisco Lindor is a Met!39:51 Cleveland Following the Cubs' Lead?46:06 The Impact of No In-Game Video in 202059:10 Overdue Changes to the Drug of Abuse Provisions in the JDAFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] mentioned on this episode:Britt on stopping MLB teams from tanking: https://theathletic.com/2301860Eno on the impact of missing in-game video in 2020: https://theathletic.com/2294118Britt on changes to the Joint Drug Agreement: https://theathletic.com/2298953 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Padres' two blockbuster trades, whether the Rays will spend any money at all this winter, the Cubs' first step toward a potential teardown, Ha-seong Kim's decisions to sign in San Diego, and Josh Bell's move to the Nationals. Rundown3:58 Adjusting Blake Snell's Projection in San Diego?11:52 Luis Patiño’s Clear Path to the Rotation in Tampa Bay20:32 Francisco Mejia’s Restart26:22 Will the Rays Spend On Any Free Agents?32:32 Is Yu Darvish Being Over-drafted?42:30 More Moves to Come From the Cubs?48:34 Josh Bell to the Nationals54:32 Ha-seong Kim Chooses San Diego64:11 Other Somewhat Interesting Late December MovesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the importance of supporting local food banks, in-game video and the potential impact on overall team offensive performances, new names for the Cleveland Baseball Team, free-agent landing spots for Marcus Semien, the potential benefits of a condensed MLB offseason, holiday movie toss-ups, and traditions they're looking forward to as 2020 comes to a close.Rundown0:44 Community Spotlight: Food Banks11:50 In-Game Video & Team wRC+22:53 Jersey Number Trivia!27:05 Best Facial Hair in Baseball?31:15 Renaming Cleveland’s MLB Franchise39:49 Did the Mariners Add a Closer?45:14 Marcus Semien’s Potential Landing Spots48:28 Should MLB Utilize Moratorium or Transfer Windows?55:28 Listener E-mails: You Can Order Cheesesteak in the Mail56:52 Would You Rather? Holiday/Christmas Movie Edition73:23 Holiday Traditions We’re Looking Forward ToFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] a one-year subscription to The Athletic, get one free to give to a friend: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss player popularity against production in hopes of finding undervalued players, and look at potential fits for Trevor Bauer, Masahiro Tanaka and Tomoyuki Sugano, before considering the Blue Jays' offseason options -- including a potential trade for Nolan Arenado -- as they aim for a deep October run. Rundown1:28 Fresh Concerns About 2021 Season Length8:08 An Examination of Popularity vs. Production 15:51 Seeking Young Overlooked Players20:04 ‘Boring’ = Value?26:55 Where is Trevor Bauer Going & For How Long?36:14 Finding a Fit for Masahiro Tanaka44:29 Could the Angels Pursue Two FA Starters?46:36 What Will the Jays Do in Free Agency?52:33 Sending Nolan Arenado to Toronto? Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss James McCann to the Mets, the new GM in the Big Apple, suitors for J.T. Realmuto and George Springer, a possible mystery team fit for DJ LeMahieu, and Chris Flexen's return to the big leagues after a successful one-year stint in the KBO. Rundown1:55 Buying James McCann’s 2019-20 Offensive Production?5:05 Would You Rather? Fringe Top-10 Catchers13:35 Jared Porter is the Mets’ New GM17:15 Where Does J.T. Realmuto Fit Now?26:43 David Dahl Heads to Texas34:26 Hunter Renfroe Goes to Boston43:03 Chris Flexen Signs with Seattle After One Year in KBO47:25 Best Fits for George Springer51:55 A #MysteryTeam for DJ LeMahieu?56:31 Can You Draft Too Many Players From One Team?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melissa Lockard joins Eno, Britt and DVR to discuss the lost 2020 minor league season, changes to the minors, the A's Rule 5 picks, and expectations for A.J. Puk. Then, Eno, Britt & DVR examine the Nate Lowe trade, before discussing the team position-by-position WAR projections, and Dave Dombrowski's move to Philly.Rundown1:07 What Are Teams' Greatest Concerns Coming Out of Lost 2020?9:05 Will Teams Promote Prospects More Aggressively Going Forward?15:32 How To Determine Assignments for Minor Leaguers to Begin 202119:44 Did Some Young Prospects Benefit From Time Spent at Alternate Sites?23:18 Blaze Tom, Dany Jiménez and the A's Decision to Select Two MLB Rule 5 Players26:11 Expectations for A.J. Puk & Jake Diekman32:01 The Rays Give Action and Trade Nate Lowe to Texas40:41 Team-by-Team WAR Projections: How Many Teams Are Trying?45:53 The Nats Need to Spend Money50:39 Dave Dombrowski & The Phillies' Short-Term Direction58:52 In or Out on Cheesesteaks?Check out the story from Melissa, Britt & Eno about the lost minor league season on The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/2246205/2020/12/08/minor-league-baseball-lost-season/Follow Melissa on Twitter: @MelissaLockardFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a one-year subscription, get one free to gift to a friend: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Lance Lynn-Dane Dunning swap, Adam Eaton's return to the south side of Chicago, and Carlos Santana's move to Kansas City. New Mets reliever Trevor May joins the show to discuss the evolution of pitching during his time in Minnesota, his role in the new Fan Controlled Football League, sandwiches, and more!Rundown0:58 The Rangers Send Lance Lynn to the White Sox5:40 Dane Dunning in Texas9:56 Who Is The Most Valuable White Sox Starting Pitcher After Lucas Giolito?16:58 Adam Eaton Returns to the South Side20:01 Carlos Santana Heads to Kansas City23:46 Trevor May Interview Intro24:00 Changes in Pitching Development During Trevor's Time with the Twins27:10 Bullpen Workload Management & Relief Role Flexibility 33:28 Can You Throw Too Many High Fastballs?37:37 Ditching the Curveball for the Slider43:44 What Did You Learn From 2020?46:17 Trevor's Role in the New Fan Controlled Football League52:16 Sandwich Talk!55:46 Mailbag Q: Caleb Cotham in PhillyFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IAmTrevorMaye-mail: [email protected] out Fan Controlled Football (fcf.io) on Twitch -- games begin in February: https://www.twitch.tv/fcf/aboutBuy a one-year subscription to The Athletic, get a one-year subscription to gift to a friend -- FREE -- theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Raisel Iglesias' move to Anaheim, buy-low candidates, keeper and dynasty league strategy, aging curves for late breakouts, and more. Rundown1:25 Raisel Iglesias to the Angels & Reds Bullpen Thoughts14:23 Is Tomoyuki Sugano a Good Fit in Anaheim?17:08 Gio Urshela Has a Bone Chip Removed From His Elbow22:08 What Characteristics Age Well in Young Hitters?25:01 Buying Low on Bryan Reynolds?28:15 Finding a Balanced Approach in Long-Term Leagues32:22 Targeting Rebound Candidates 40:32 Backing Up the David Dahl Love; Still Interested in Sam Hilliard?46:45 Teoscar Hernández & Aging Curves for Late Breakouts57:34 Dustin May and Betting on the Breakout69:19 Dynasty League Setup IdeasFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a one-year subscription to The Athletic, get a FREE one-year subscription to gift to a friend: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR break down the moves made at this week's non-tender trade deadline including the Rockies' puzzling decision to let David Dahl go, the impact of uncertain 2021 budgets on free agency, Len Kasper's move from the Cubs to the White Sox, and more.Rundown1:23 Making Sense of Non-Tender Decisions9:52 The NL DH & Future Leverage12:07 Teams Don’t Have Budgets Yet?16:54 Agents & Teams Trying Harder to Avoid Arbitration23:23 Time to Recalibrate WAR for Relievers?27:36 Len Kasper’s Move to the South Side of Chicago33:31 What Is the Ideal Play-by-Play Opportunity: Location & Medium37:02 Wander Franco Injury Follow-Up40:26 Winds of Change in the Pie RankingsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the non-tender deadline, Trevor May's move into the Mets' bullpen, concerns about pitcher injuries in 2021, early NFBC draft observations, and more. Rundown1:14 The Non-Tender Deadline & $/WAR8:48 Alex Kirilloff's Path to Playing Time Opens Up10:51 Trevor May Heads to the Mets12:09 2021 Pitcher Injury Concerns19:25 Changes Around the Rangers' Infield25:31 Catcher Is Still Pretty Rough30:35 Matt Moore & Other International Free Agents of Interest42:52 Early NFBC Drafts: deGrom, LeMahieu & Arenado54:08 Digging Deep: Adbert Alzolay & JT BrubakerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/month at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Royals' addition of Mike Minor and Michael Taylor, Wander Franco's arm injury, Blake Snell trade rumors, and a few KBO players seeking opportunities in the big leagues. Rundown1:14 Smaller Thanksgiving Missteps 7:39 Mike Minor Signs with Kansas City12:54 Michael Taylor Joins a Weirdly Crowded Royals Outfield19:46 Minor League Changes & Possible Delayed 2021 Start28:37 Wander Franco Leaves Dominican Winter League with Arm Injury32:49 Finding Fits for a Blake Snell Trade39:33 KBO Players Seeking MLB Opportunities This Winter51:20 Fantasy Leagues That Didn't Play 202055:56 Severino, Sale & Thor in Keeper/Dynasty LeaguesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a few ideas to fix MLB's broken hot stove as a flurry of NBA activity takes center stage, before holding their pitcher stats draft and discuss a few beer options for Thanksgiving. Rundown2:26 Can MLB Speed Up Offseason Player Movement?12:06 Some Interesting Difference in Top Salaries Between MLB and the NBA17:10 How Long Should It Take to Develop a Big League Player?23:42 The First Pick of the Pitcher Stats Draft30:15 A Newer Metric Moving Up the Board36:33 Round 2 Begins40:16 A Great Complementary Metric53:07 Final Round Selections63:43 Beer of the Week -- Thanksgiving EditionFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss Theo Epstein's future, Robinson Canó's 162-game suspension, trade rumors swirling around Nolan Arenado, and the work ahead for Kim Ng with the Marlins' current roster before holding their first annual Thanksgiving sides and appetizers draft.Rundown1:52 What’s Next for Theo Epstein?10:12 What’s Next for the Cubs?16:46 2021 Unknowns21:33 Robinson Canó’s Positive PED Test33:27 Nolan Arenado Trade Fits49:14 Kim Ng’s Path Forward with the Marlins56:40 Thanksgiving Day Sides & Apps DraftFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Cody Bellinger's shoulder surgery and relief for Luke Voit's 2020 foot trouble before drafting hitting stats.Rundown1:34 Cody Bellinger Undergoes Shoulder Surgery9:22 A Cure for Luke Voit's Foot Stuff14:11 A Hitting Stats Draft!18:28 DVR's First-Round Selection26:45 Eno's First-Round Selection34:32 Round 2 Begins48:07 Round 3!64:06 Matt Chapman and an Altered ApproachFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Mike Clevinger's absence for the 2021 season due to Tommy John surgery, Drew Smyly's quick move to Atlanta, injury risk for pitchers, overrating and underrating the same player simultaneously, and more. Rundown2:15 Mike Clevinger Undergoing Tommy John Surgery6:06 Drew Smyly to Atlanta for 20218:41 Reassessing Injury Risk for Pitchers in the Wake of Clevinger News?13:35 Or, Pushing Zac Gallen Up?17:49 Where to Take Young Pitchers23:44 Is He Underrated or Overrated?30:48 Joey Bart’s Surprisingly Quiet Rookie Campaign38:21 How Will Teams Handle Players Who Skipped Triple-A in 2020?50:02 Targeting Austin Riley Late Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Kim Ng's rise to become the general manager of the Marlins, before sharing their evaluation process after a season, a push to remove or modify stolen bases as a common fantasy baseball category, and what we can glean from teams' on-field decisions. Rundown1:15 Kim Ng Hired as GM of Marlins7:13 Self Evaluation After a Season21:42 Re-Tracing Your Draft Day Steps33:32 Reconsidering Stolen Bases as a Category43:24 Looking for Team Evaluations in Decision-Making ProcessFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss several starting pitcher rankings issues -- including reduced expectations for Max Scherzer, Z-Contact% surprises, Aaron Nola's move back into fantasy ace status -- and the impact of groupthink on rankings. Rundown1:36 Max Scherzer & Aging Aces7:36 2020 Trevor Bauer is Baseline Trevor Bauer Now10:44 The Influence of Groupthink On Rankings14:35 Kenta Maeda: Top-15 Starting Pitcher17:59 Aaron Nola: An Ace Again?22:24 Other Top-End Starting Pitcher Risers27:23 Z-Contact% Surprises31:43 What Can Kevin Gausman Bring?38:53 When Can Two-Pitch Starters Be Successful?42:47 Command First Innings-Eaters48:27 Ian Anderson & Effective Changeups54:14 The Prospects Who Didn't Pitch in 2020Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss pitchers' widespread use of foreign substances for grip, spin and movement, Trevor Bauer's bid for the NL Cy Young Award, and their thoughts on the Rookie of the Year winners and nominees.Rundown0:54 MLB’s Sticky Problem5:51 Other Ways to Reduce Strikeouts14:45 Trevor Bauer’s Experiments & 2020 Cy Young Bid19:45 Why Not Just Legalize the Substances?21:10 AL Rookie of the Year25:26 NL Rookie of the Year30:00 What Does the Future Hold For Jake Cronenworth?36:33 Ke’Bryan Hayes Could Have Been a Contender45:18 Anything Else You're Looking For During Awards Week?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Britt discuss the start of free agency, the big changes for the Mets with Steve Cohen's purchase of the team, the return of A.J. Hinch, Alex Cora and Tony La Russa to the dugout, and more. Rundown2:15 The 2021 Free Agent Class5:50 Non-Tenders Are Still To Come12:40 Questions About Team Finances After 202018:53 Steve Cohen Purchases the Mets26:32 Francisco Lindor Trade Rumors34:54 Hinch to Detroit, Cora to Boston and La Russa to Chicago45:15 The Gold Glove Awards Should Be Fun! Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR begin their 2021 fantasy baseball draft prep episodes and discuss how they plan to work with the shortened 2020 season when putting together rankings for the new year. Rundown3:59 How Are We Accounting for the 2020 Season?11:51 Prioritizing Steals in First-Round Picks17:57 Is the Industry Wrong to Pass on Trout at 1.1?21:07 Re-Thinking Tim Anderson25:47 The Adalberto Mondesi 'Problem' Isn't Going Away28:49 The Challenge of Early Hitters Without a pre-2020 Track Record38:05 Beware the Swinging-Strike Leaders41:05 Where Did Ketel Marte's Power Go?49:11 Gavin Lux and Sample Size Theatre55:50 Is Wil Myers Fool's Gold?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/week at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR wrap up their playoff episodes as the Dodgers take Game 6 and win the World Series on a night where third baseman Justin Turner was removed from the game due to a positive COVID test, and Rays manager Kevin Cash gets hammered for pulling Blake Snell instead of allowing him to face the Dodgers' lineup a third time. Rundown3:58 Blake Snell and Kevin Cash's Decision10:21 Looking Ahead to the Rays' 202114:08 The Playoffs Were Great19:29 Snell's Dominance & A Huge Night for the Dodgers' Bullpen25:40 Corey Seager Wins the World Series MVP33:21 Suspensions for Hinch & Cora Are Over38:11 Is This Championship Tainted by the 60-game Season?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss an excellent weekend of World Series games -- including the incredible finish to Game 4 -- and their predictions for Game 6 as the Dodgers attempt to snap their 32-year World Series drought. Rundown1:56 Never Go Home Early6:21 Returning to the Grid with Brett Phillips as a Postseason Hero13:13 Manuel Margot's Attempt to Steal Home20:11 Clayton Kershaw Pitches Well in Game 525:39 Tony Gonsolin vs. Blake Snell; Game 6 PreviewFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.