Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss Game 2 of the World Series including the adjustments made by Blake Snell, Brandon Lowe's big night, the disappointing outing from Dustin May, and more. Rundown1:12 The Dodgers' Bullpen Plan Unravels5:41 Blake Snell’s Adjustments9:25 Who Should Have Received the Win?14:03 Is Tony Gonsolin the New Ross Stripling?24:27 Mid-Series Predictions & Charlie Morton LoveFollow 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 and DVR discuss Clayton Kershaw's excellent Game 1 outing against the Rays, the curious handling of Tyler Glasnow, Mookie Betts' big night, and predictions for Game 2. Rundown1:42 The Rays’ Curious Handling of Tyler Glasnow8:18 Clayton Kershaw Finds His Slider and Delivers a Gem13:34 Mookie Betts' Big Night15:47 'Who Would Trade Mookie Betts?'23:06 The Importance of Speed25:43 The Dodgers’ Pitching Plan for Game 228:27 Nick Anderson & Reliever Velocity34:38 Game 2 PredictionsFollow 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 the excellent weekend Game 7s from the LCS matchups and break down the World Series matchup between the Rays and Dodgers. Rundown1:04 LCS Game 7s Delivered!3:33 Morton’s Hook & Nick Anderson’s ALCS Struggles9:02 Did the Braves Ask Too Much of A.J. Minter?12:11 Stacking Up the Rays and Dodgers14:31 The Rays and the Underdog Narrative19:15 The Importance of Blake Snell22:22 Patching Together a Potential Dodgers Pitching Plan for Game 230:53 Series PredictionsFollow 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 is joined by Twins pitcher (and former Ray) Jake Odorizzi to discuss the postseason so far, the challenge of pitching without off-days, pitching in games on a ‘throw-day’, pitcher workloads in 2021, and more. Rundown1:40 Are You Enjoying This Postseason So Far?2:56 How Difficult Is It to Handle Pitching Without Off-Days?5:18 2020 Injuries & A Partial Spring Training7:43 What Would It Be Like To Start a Game on a Throw Day?13:05 How Much of a Workload Can You Handle in 2021?15:51 Matching Up the Rays with the Dodgers and Braves19:22 On Shifting & Defensive Positioning25:21 The Aesthetics of Rays BaseballFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Jake on Twitter: @JakeOdorizziFollow 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, DVR and Britt discuss the implications of the Rays and Astros choosing to bullpen their way through Game 5, an unexpected gem from Bryse Wilson, another highly questionable in-game decision involving Clayton Kershaw, and their predictions for the remaining LCS games. Rundown1:57 Thoughts on the Rays' Decision to Bullpen Game 56:25 Which Relievers Will the Astros Turn to in Game 6?8:02 How Good is Framber Valdez?11:53 Final ALCS Predictions16:20 More Randy Arozarena Facts (courtesy of @smada_bb)20:11 What Is Driving the Decision-Making Around Pulling Kershaw?22:10 How Did Bryse Wilson Turn In a Gem?28:37 The Braves Face the Same Decision as the Rays in Game 531:28 Final NLCS PredictionsFollow 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 and DVR discuss the Dodgers' offensive explosion in Game 3, the Astros' first win of the ALCS, and the questions surrounding several pitching plans for Thursday's matchups.Rundown0:54 The Dodgers’ Offense Erupts7:01 A Successor for Hunter Pence12:18 Springer’s Big Homer; Greinke’s Start Lead Astros to Win12:54 Which Relievers Do You Trust in Houston?17:51 The Rays’ Starting Pitcher Options for Game 523:26 How Close Was Willy Adames to a Game-Tying Homer?25:36 Concerns About the Rays’ Offense?28:56 Predictions for Thursday’s MatchupsFollow 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 the status of Clayton Kershaw, Tony Gonsolin's spot start in his absence, the Braves' 2-0 lead in the NLCS, the Rays' elite defense, and the Astros' uphill battle facing a 3-0 deficit. Rundown0:35 Clayton Kershaw's Status; Tony Gonsolin's Spot Start5:04 The Dodgers' Offense is Waking Up9:00 Re-Thinking the Usage of Dustin May16:04 Will Smith, the Catcher19:12 Jose Altuve Wades Into Chuck Knoblauch Territory22:56 The Rays' Reasonably Fresh Bullpen for Game 432:29 Are These LCS Series Good?36:41 Trivia for Charity!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 the Rays' outstanding defensive effort, Lance McCullers' excellent outing in defeat, and Atlanta's Game 1 triumph over Walker Buehler and the Dodgers behind Max Fried and a late-inning push against the Braves' bullpen. Rundown0:48 Manuel Margot Secures His Place in October Highlight Reels6:08 A Closer Look at a Gem From Lance McCullers8:24 Revamped Arsenals for the Playoffs?14:27 Alex Bregman and the Best 0-for-5 Ever?17:07 Atlanta Quiets the Dodgers' Offense20:51 The Importance of Jake McGee23:40 Austin Riley & 'The Sound'29:54 Questions About the Dodgers' Bullpen Plan Behind Kershaw in Game 2Follow 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 the ALCS and NLCS matchups, Mike Brosseau's classic battle with Aroldis Chapman in Game 5 of the ALDS, the importance of having different looks in a bullpen, and more. Rundown0:51 Do We Deserve Having the Astros in the ALCS?4:20 Encino Man Would Love This!10:18 At Least One of Us Picked Game of the ALDS Correctly15:43 Brosseau vs. Chapman: An All-Time Great Postseason At-Bat21:45 Velo, Velo and More Velo25:29 NLCS Preview36:22 Bullpen Construction and Varying LooksFollow 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 and DVR discuss the Yankees-Rays Game 5 matchup, the quick exits of the Padres and Marlins from the Division Series round, and the A's ongoing October woes. Rundown0:36 Yankees Pitchers Deliver in Game 4 Win9:40 Home Runs Are Good!14:14 A Fortunate NLDS Draw for Atlanta16:44 More October Woes in Oakland20:51 Love for Dusty Baker25:37 A Disappointing Ending for the Padres' Great 2020 Campaign36:09 Game 5 Predictions!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the state of all four Division Series, which could all draw to an end Thursday as the A's, Yankees, Marlins and Padres all face elimination. Rundown3:24 The A's Mash Their Way to Game 49:04 Did We Undersell Atlanta's Bullpen?16:32 The Yankees Face Elimination27:44 The Randy Arozarena Experience30:40 A Robbed Home Run, Blowing Kisses, and a Near Blown Save41:09 Why Didn't the Padres Add MacKenzie Gore to the Roster?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 and DVR discuss the Yankees’ curious decision to use Deivi Garcia as an opener, the A’s attempt to stave off elimination, Ronald Acuña’s feud with the Marlins, and a rough series opener for the Padres. Rundown1:09 Yankees-Rays10:11 Astros-A’s17:01 Marlins-Braves25:02 Padres-DodgersFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the opening games of the ALDS matchups, and try to make sense of a mediocre outing from Blake Snell, Austin Meadows' disappointing 2020, and their appreciation for Enoli Paredes as an unheralded arm in the soft underbelly of the Houston bullpen. Rundown0:39 Giancarlo Stanton Puts Game 1 Out of Reach3:02 How the Fifth Innings Shaped the Rays’ Bullpen Usage9:18 Austin Meadows’ Oblique Injury and 2020 Struggles11:44 A Pivotal Error Flips Game 1 On the A’s20:08 Enoli Paredes: A Reliever for Stuffists21:16 Deivi Garcia Gets the Nod for Game 225:59 Aaron Judge Did an Aaron Judge Thing31:52 When the Play-by-Play Tweet Goes SpoilerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the four Division Series matchups and make predictions for each series before discussing how baseball broadcasting booths could be improved, and the impact of empty stadiums on players this season. Rundown2:30 Astros vs. A's12:42 Yankees vs. Rays25:34 Marlins vs. Braves34:03 Padres vs. Dodgers44:32 Series Predictions53:16 The Varying Impact of Empty Stadiums on Players57:15 How To Improve Baseball BoothsFollow 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 and DVR discuss the Padres' thrilling Game 2 win over the Cards, the A's triumph over the White Sox, and the Reds bowing out of the postseason without plating a run. Rundown1:20 Who Pitches for San Diego in Game 3?6:33 The A's Advance to the ALDS10:49 Does Rick Renteria Deserve This Much Criticism?15:50 Ian Anderson Delivers18:06 Will the Reds' Offense Be a Strength in 2021?24:27 Marcell Ozuna's Fake Selfie & Mic'ing Up Players in a Playoff Game?33:35 The Dodgers Cruise, But What Happens with Kenley Jansen Going Forward?37:04 What's Next for the Brewers?39:28 Marlins-Cubs & Cards-Padres PredictionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt, and DVR discuss Wednesday's loaded eight-game playoff slate, including an excellent pitching matchup in Atlanta, the A's effort to push their Wild Card Series to a decisive Game 3, and a collapse in Cleveland.Rundown2:51 Braves-Reds & Trevor Bauer, Villain8:03 The Twins' Early Exit11:00 Chris Bassitt's Strong Start, Liam Hendriks Usage13:02 Starling Marte's Injury & Sixto Sánchez's Chance to Advance the Marlins17:27 The Future is Bright in Toronto21:09 Cleveland’s Latest Collapse26:02 The Dodgers Hold Serve in Game 1Follow 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 the impact of Mike Clevinger's absence for at least the Wild Card round, Alex Kirilloff's MLB debut coming in the postseason (rare!), the Yankees' approach against Shane Bieber, and more!Rundown0:35 Mike Clevinger’s Uncertain Status Beyond Wild Card Round3:39 Alex Kirilloff Debuting in the Postseason10:22 Framber Valdez Shines Behind Zack Greinke 13:57 How The Yankees Hit Shane Bieber?20:29 Did the Jays Deserve Better in Game 1?25:09 Lucas Giolito's Dominant StartFollow 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, Britt & DVR discuss their picks in the NL Wild Card Series matchups, and share their predictions for LCS and World Series winners as the 2020 Postseason gets underway.Series Breakdowns1:51 Dodgers vs. Brewers10:35 Padres vs. Cardinals15:03 Braves vs. Reds20:15 Cubs vs. MarlinsBig Predictions27:55 LCS & World SeriesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ken Rosenthal joins Eno, Britt & DVR to discuss the different and imperfect 2020 postseason and consider the teams best suited for the unique twists of this October. Interview w/Ken Rosenthal4:05 Are the Rays Optimally Suited for This Postseason?5:02 Atlanta's Tough Wild Card Round Draw6:22 Does Home Field Advantage Even Matter?7:39 Is Previous Playoff Experience Less Important?9:09 Tactical Adjustments to a Packed Schedule11:04 Are the Cubs Getting Overlooked?12:23 The Impact of Neutral Parks After Round 114:17 Ken's American League Predictions17:08 The Brewers & Having a Puncher's Chance Against the DodgersSeries Breakdowns20:38 Rays vs. Jays24:08 A's vs. White Sox27:27 Twins vs. Astros30:09 Indians vs. YankeesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_Rosenthale-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 some of their takeaways from the 60-game 2020 season -- including the need for making quicker decisions and their plans to increase the value placed on multi-position players in the future -- before answering a series of mailbag questions.Rundown4:57 Roster Churn & Quick Decisions9:56 Tony Gonsolin’s 2021 Outlook13:17 Increasing Weight on Multi-Position Players17:22 Projecting Jake Cronenworth in 202121:16 Revisiting 'Punting' Saves30:59 Adjusting to Universal DH36:03 Kyle Lewis as a Fringe Top-25 Hitter?46:40 Keston Hiura & Second-Base Depth Concerns54:08 Is Edwin Rios a 2021 Sleeper?59:20 Future Interest in Justin DunnFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss another wave of rising hitters with an eye toward 2021 before contemplating some of the projected early-round starting pitchers as forecasted by friend and brilliant fantasy baseball mind, Vlad Sedler.Rundown1:53 Buying Conforto's 2020 & Machado's Push Back Up the Board9:31 Thinking About Position Eligibility Again18:06 Luke Voit is Mashing Despite ‘Foot Stuff’21:54 Game Show! (wRC+ Leaders Since 2018)25:49 Nitro: A Large Bucket View of Hitters30:55 Makes Sense of Teoscar Hernandez, Ian Happ & Dominic Smith43:35 The Early Round SPs60:03 Trevor Bauer’s Workload DreamFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for $1/month at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss their expectations for the final week of the season as several National League teams jockey for the four available playoff spots, before making their picks (and predictions) for Rookie of the Year, Cy Young and MVP winners in each league.Rundown1:43 A Futile Attempt to Understand 2020 Playoff Tie-Breakers7:20 The National League Playoff Race18:24 A High Stakes Week in Philadelphia24:20 Is the Expanded Postseason Here to Stay?34:27 Rookie of the Year Selections43:00 Cy Young Selections51:43 MVP SelectionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] to The Athletic for $1/month at theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the changes expected among the top-20 hitters for 2021 — including potential risers into that group — and widely-available pitchers that might help in the final 10 days of the season.Rundown2:41 What Drops a Hitter Coming Out of 2020?8:56 Cody Bellinger & Christian Yelich Similarities11:00 Top-Five for 2021 (and Next Five)17:58 Will Early Pitching Fall?23:48 A Graceful Decline for Starling Marte?26:04 Potential Newcomers in the First Two Rounds33:13 Luis Robert & Elevated Swing Rates38:50 Should Bo Bichette Go Even Higher than Luis Robert?43:37 Xander Bogaerts' Case for a Move Up57:03 Endgame Pitching Help to ConsiderFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a subscription 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 how they're going to build 2021 pitcher rankings coming out of the shortened 2020 season, in an effort to balance risk with injuries, skills, stuff and command.Rundown5:25 Early 2021 Starting Pitcher Rankings Thoughts10:50 Age, Injuries & Decline18:10 The ‘Flawed’ Pop-Up Pitchers of 202023:46 Which Pitchers Don’t Have Any Flaws30:45 The Surprising Season From Dakota Hudson35:50 Avoiding Red Flags Early40:47 Are You More Comfortable Betting on Stuff or Command Improvement?49:25 How to Handle Prospect Pitchers with Poor Command53:14 Good Control without Good Command?58:33 Various Considerations in Defining Athleticism64:26 Matt Chapman’s Season-Ending InjuryFollow 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, Britt & DVR discuss Roberto Clemente Day, erasing the stigma around mental health, and using baseball as a way to cope.September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month and Sep. 6 — Sep. 12 is National Suicide Prevention Week. If you or somebody you know is dealing with mental health issues, please reach out to the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.Rundown3:45 Roberto Clemente Day12:31 Erasing the Stigma22:40 Baseball as an Escape27:48 The Battle for the AL Central37:03 Are You Buying the Marlins, Rockies or Mets?43:31 Wild & Crazy StatsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a subscription 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 several struggling stars -- including a mix of hitters and pitchers -- the 'Sophomore Slump', an intriguing pitching prospect with very good command, and more.Rundown4:29 Hitters Are Missing In-Game Video Availability9:10 Swing Rate Variations Over Time13:43 Kris Bryant & Long-Term Ailments20:35 Making Sense of Adalberto Mondesi’s Ugly 202026:19 J.D. Martinez Bounceback Potential30:33 Marcus Semien & Regression37:28 Pete Alonso & ’Sophomore Slumps’44:03 Matthew Boyd’s Slide47:41 Concerns About Luis Castillo’s Inflated WHIP50:09 Flaws for Chris Paddack53:41 Patrick Corbin's Step Back55:54 The Sixto Sánchez Hype is Deserved59:05 George Kirby, Ljay Newsome & Mariners’ Command-Heavy Prospects64:42 Triston McKenzie and Fading VelocityFollow 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 collective 'miss' on Shane Bieber, the challenge of using the 20-80 scale to set expectations for players from a fantasy perspective, the demotion of Dylan Carlson, and more.Rundown5:12 Why Did I (We) Miss on Shane Bieber?10:55 What Is the Most Important Tool for a Hitter and for a Pitcher?16:34 Hit Tool as a Measure of Future Success20:44 Listener Collin Turns Our Secret Sauce Into Z-Scores28:13 Is Hit Tool Too Subjective?35:29 What Do We Make of Forrest Whitley Now?41:11 Dylan Carlson Demoted45:36 Choosing Keepers in Shallow Long-Term Leagues49:13 How Much Will We Value 2020 Results Going Forward?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Britt discuss this week's drama in the Yankees-Rays' series, the most fun teams in baseball, MLB's improved process for managing the pandemic, Evan Drellich's piece about commissioner Rob Manfred, and what they're looking forward to during the long holiday weekend.Rundown1:41 Yankees-Rays Rivalry, Aroldis Chapman & Intent8:24 Are the Rays the Best Team in the American League?12:19 What Makes a Team Fun to Watch?20:50 Clevinger Debuts with Padres & Optimal Clubhouse Dynamics28:53 The A's Return to Play; Has MLB Improved Its Management of the Pandemic?36:27 Reflecting on Rob Manfred's Time as CommissionerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsInterested in picking up a Dugout Mug? Go to dugoutmugs.com/TheAthletic and use promo code “MLB30" for 30% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss what they're looking for in hitter profiles, Statcast-driven Buy Low targets, differences in changeups, and more!Rundown6:13 What Are We Looking For in Hitter Profiles?10:55 Examining Z-Contact% Leaders17:50 Z-Contact% Laggards23:50 Why O-Swing% is More Useful than O-Contact%31:37 Hitters Who Avoid Chasing (Low O-Swing%)34:50 Brendan Rodgers as a Buy Low Candidate43:51 Using Max Exit Velo to Find Undervalued Players56:30 Why Didn't Teams Move Top Prospects at the Deadline?66:02 Differences in ChangeupsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsInterested in picking up a Dugout Mug? Go to dugoutmugs.com/TheAthletic and use promo code “MLB30" for 30% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the fallout from the 2020 trade deadline, including their biggest surprises, individual winner and losers, more messy bullpen situations, and a few intriguing prospects on the move.Rundown1:21 Deadline Surprises5:50 Were Teams More Hesitant Than Usual to Add Payroll?10:14 Arizona Adds Another Pitcher From Miami13:10 Starling Marte is a Marlin16:32 The Padres Steal the Show (Again)24:46 Can A Breakout Happen in Fewer Than 400 Plate Appearances?29:43 Mike Clevinger in San Diego38:04 Individual Trade Deadline Winners40:40 Bullpens in Question50:28 Franklin Barreto's Fresh Start in Anaheim55:09 Prospect of the WeekFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With DVR on vacation, Eno attemps to Wall Pipp him as lead host. Eno and Britt start off with the latest Mets PR nightmare. They discuss the nations social unrest and how it can effect MLB clubhouses. Then it's on to the trade deadline and what impact a lack of scouting in 2020 will have on moves before Monday's deadline.1:00 - Brodie Van Wagenen the Wilpons and the Mets9:48 - Baseball teams make the decision to not play on Thursday19:00 - Biggest holes teams are facing at the trade deadline26:00 - How do you trade for prospects without scouts45:15 - Are scouts sneaking into team facilities? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Beller fills in for the vacationing DVR on this episode of Rates & Barrels. Beller and Eno dive into buy-high and buy-low trade candidates on this episode, but first they address walkouts across the league, as MLB players use their platforms to give voice to the call for racial justice.Rundown1:52 Eno and Beller on the Walkouts9:26 Taijuan Walker Traded to the Blue Jays12:15 The Effects of Cuts to Player Development Staffs17:34 Buy-Low Candidates, Led by Mike Yastrzemski20:23 Teoscar Hernandez and Cavan Biggio24:20 Ian Happ and Kyle Lewis28:51 Lance Lynn33:50 Who NOT to Buy Low: Christian Yelich, Francisco Lindor or Nolan Arenado?40:00 Javier Báez41:51 Eugenio Suárez43:39 Ketel Marte44:22 José García45:45 Gleyber Torres48:48 Chris Paddack and Luis Castillo52:22 Listener Questions: Sell Dylan Cease?54:31 What's up with Zach Davies?57:02 Trade Walker Buehler, Blake Snell, Kenta Maeda or Germán Márquez?59:52 Beer of the MonthFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsInterested in picking up a Dugout Mug? Go to dugoutmugs.com/TheAthletic and use promo code “MLB30" for 30% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the latest changes to the baseball, hitters with improved strikeout rates in the first half of 2020, relievers with the potential to become starters, and more.Rundown0:47 How Much Should We Weight Fantasy Performance in 2020?12:34 The Baseball Has Changed (Again)20:21 Hitters with Improved Strikeout Rates24:01 A Brandon Lowe Breakout in Progress?28:53 What Do Teams Care About in Small Samples?37:42 Relievers with Future Potential as Starters45:50 Who Stole Dustin May's Strikeouts?50:36 Choosing Between Jose Berrios & Zac Gallen Long Term55:25 Devin Williams' Changeup60:24 Is Brad Keller the Real Deal?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsInterested in picking up a Dugout Mug? Go to dugoutmugs.com/TheAthletic and use promo code “MLB30" for 30% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the elevated ratings for early-season baseball, the continued promotion of top prospects -- including Joey Bart and Sixto Sanchez -- Slam Diego, a Subway Series on hold and what they're looking forward to seeing on the field this weekend.Rundown2:36 Baseball Consumption is Up!10:22 The Youth Movement Continues20:17 Difficulties with Player Development at Alternate Sites25:47 Slam Diego & A Challenge for Trade Deadline Buyers33:40 Mets-Yankees Weekend Series Postponed41:23 Thom Brennaman's Homophobic Slur & Failed Apology51:22 What We’re Looking Forward to This WeekendFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the stability (and lack thereof) in each team's closer situation, plus the changing outlook for Kyle Lewis, Keston Hiura and struggling with high fastballs, micro fantasy baseball, and more.Rundown1:23 Pickleball!5:21 Is It Too Early to Punt Saves?8:20 Stable Ninth-Inning Situations14:50 Predictable, But Not Entirely Stable Situations26:22 Picking a Direction: Do You Trust Taylor Rogers & Brad Hand?37:52 Cover Your Eyes & Ears — The Unstable Situations; Faith Restored in Kimbrel?47:15 Has Our Kyle Lewis Outlook Changed?51:12 What is the Long-Term Value of J.D. Martinez?59:48 Keston Hiura & Problems with High Fastballs67:58 Micro Fantasy Baseball?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsInterested in picking up a Dugout Mug? Go to dugoutmugs.com/TheAthletic and use promo code “MLB30" for 30% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.’s greatness despite a violation of ridiculous unwritten rules, the ongoing pursuit of steals from the waiver wire, the Tigers’ top pitching prospects, spin rate increases, and more.Rundown1:10 Fernando Tatis Jr. is Awesome. Unwritten Rules are Stupid.6:05 Looking for Speed in the Wake of More Injuries14:12 Concern About Yordan Alvarez’s Ongoing Knee Trouble18:22 Tigers Promote Skubal, Mize & Isaac Paredes27:02 Keeper Considerations: Alec Bohm & Casey Mize32:51 The Importance of Timing When Trading Away Great Players41:39 Trevor Bauer & How Pitcher Can Increase Spin RateFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsInterested in picking up a Dugout Mug? Go to dugoutmugs.com/TheAthletic and use promo code “MLB30" for 30% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Britt discuss the packed schedule for the Cardinals as they attempt to resume play Saturday, the possibility of a postseason bubble, and Zack Meisel joins the show to discuss the very unusual week in Cleveland after Zach Plesac and Mike Clevinger broke curfew in Chicago.Rundown2:40 The Cardinals' Highly Unusual Schedule7:31 Baltimore's Surprising Start14:14 Surging in San Diego17:38 Appreciating the New Uniforms Around the League23:31 Is It Ever OK To Change Fanhood?28:34 The Viability of a Postseason Bubble39:45 Zack Meisel Explains What's Going on in Cleveland44:50 How Does This Organization Develop Pitching So Well?48:07 Could James Karinchak Take Over the Closer Role?Follow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow Zack on Twitter: @ZackMeiselGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR take a look at several surprising performers near the top of hitter leaderboards, Trevor Story’s attempt to move into the elite of the elite, the promotion of Alec Bohm, and players with concerning batted-ball profile and approach changes to begin the season.Rundown3:31 Austin Slater Making Most of Opportunity in San Fran6:45 Interest in Dylan Moore?12:47 What’s Up with Robbie Grossman?16:25 Andres Gimenez Offering Immediate Speed20:15 Still Skeptical of Isiah Kiner-Falefa23:06 Erik Gonzalez Quietly Making Better Contact31:02 Alec Bohm Gets the Call40:37 Trevor Story’s Improved Plate Skills44:27 Batted Ball Profile Concerns55:14 Statcast and CommandFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Eno's updated pitcher rankings -- including prominent risers and fallers -- hitters with early-season strikeout rate concerns, buy-low targets for dynasty leagues, and more.Rundown2:44 Pitcher Rankings: Early Risers9:35 Streamlining Game Prep Process18:41 The Dylan Bundy Adjustments21:31 Continued Concern About James Paxton25:59 Hitters Striking Out More & Offense Down Early30:46 Swing Rates Outside the Strike Zone44:09 Looking For Changes in Astros' 2020 Hitters47:17 Dynasty League Trade Targets: Hitters53:46 Dynasty League Trade Targets: PitchersFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR & Britt discuss the change that has taken place in the span of a week, socially distanced celebrations, the difficulty of breaking life-long habits on the field, the Braves' rotation following Mike Soroka's season-ending injury, and more.Rundown1:39 How Much Have Things Changed In A Week?6:37 Nick Markakis Walk-Off & Socially Distanced Celebration11:25 Ryan Christenson’s Apparent Straight-Arm Nazi Salute16:50 Players Trying to Break Habits22:05 Energy & Clubhouse Chemistry31:21 Mike Soroka’s Season-Ending Injury38:26 It’s Never Too Early in a 60-game Season to Talk About the Trade Deadline41:28 More Prospects On the Way?46:02 Eno’s Problems Get WorseFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR take a look at reach rate leaders and laggards, as well as chase rates leaders and laggards, and try to determine what thriving (or struggling) in these metrics might mean for future performance.Rundown1:41 Water Is Good6:09 Reach Rate Leaders9:52 Reach Rate Laggards15:47 Re-Thinking Cavan Biggio20:20 Trent Grisham in Keeper/Dynasty, Projected 2021 ADP25:49 Concerns About Rafael Devers’ Sluggish Start?30:27 Why Teams Don’t Buy In on Corey Dickerson37:05 Chase Rate Leaders47:20 Chase Rate Laggards52:07 Josh James’ Quick Move Back to the Bullpen55:49 Streaky vs. Consistent Players in Short SeasonFollow 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 chaos that has become weekly pickups every Sunday amidst the constantly dwindling pitching pool before getting excited about the arrival of Jo Adell and Luis Patiño to the big leagues, pitchers working with significantly reduced velocity this season, and more!Rundown1:47 It's All a Mess9:03 Listener Jim Expresses How We All Feel13:12 Concerns About Kirby Yates?18:20 Pitchers Dealing with Significantly Reduced Velocity26:40 Expectations for Pablo López30:49 Jo Adell Gets the Call39:47 More Closer Concerns45:28 How Will Atlanta Replace Mike Soroka?53:02 What Is Fastball Ride?57:26 Where Have the Wins Been for Multi-Inning Relievers?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out Dugout Mugs: dugoutmugs.com and use promo code 'MLB30' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown0:52 We've Reached Nightmare Status4:21 Reality Setting In for Players & Team Personnel?7:38 Coverage at the Park Is Strange12:16 Do You Like This Year's Extra Innings Rules?18:51 Shortened Doubleheaders, How Many Will We See?25:32 You Shouldn't Throw Baseballs At People's Heads28:07 Already Thinking About 2021 & A Baseball Bubble36:44 'Can't Let This All Crumble'42:11 Andrelton Simmons Looks Like A Cowboy?Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription at The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown3:30 Nate Pearson’s Impressive Debut12:26 Cristian Javier Shines Against Dodgers16:45 David Peterson Gets the Call From the Mets19:21 Aaron Civale & Zach Plesac Dominate In 2020 Debuts24:35 Early Surprises On the Updated Stuff List28:14 The Royals Call Up Another Pitching Prospect: Kris Bubic36:37 Pitching Injures Are Way Up41:00 Running on the D-backs Continues47:44 What Are We Looking At This Early?54:54 Beer of the Week!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown4:18 The Marlins’ COVID-19 Outbreak10:57 A Need To Fix Old Habits21:52 Ohtani’s 2020 Pitching Debut26:36 Tommy Pham & The Padres Are Running!31:12 A Closer Look at Houston’s Pitching40:09 Mike Foltynewicz Gets DFA’d45:29 Nate Pearson Coming Up Wednesday; Stephenson Arrives in Cincy55:23 Statcast Is Working!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown1:24 Juan Soto's Move to the COVID-19 IL4:09 Changing Protocols For Return to Play8:45 We're Tier 312:07 Adjusting Workouts?17:18 Unnecessarily Pinching Pennies23:35 Excited For Expanded Playoffs for 2020?34:29 The Blue Jays Head to Buffalo46:11 What Are You Looking Forward to During Opening Weekend?Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown1:23 Opening Day Traditions7:33 Show News!14:38 More Unusual Information Patterns18:22 Why, Rockies?25:51 Mookie Betts’ 12-Year Extension with the Dodgers29:42 How Speed Ages38:07 Cy Young Predictions51:12 MVP Predictions56:52 Playoff Predictions76:54 Beer of the WeekFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperE-mail: [email protected] 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown1:43 Displaced Jays4:45 Gavin Lux Optioned; Costly Re-draft Drop?8:25 Closer Carousel: Houston, St. Louis, Pittsburgh & Seattle18:22 Moving Up: Sean Newcomb & Corbin Burnes26:45 Robbie Ray: A Changed Man?34:34 NL ROY Predictions & Favorites42:07 AL ROY Predictions & Favorites50:44 NL Comeback Player of the Year Predictions & Favorites53:31 AL Comeback Player of the Year Predictions & FavoritesFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a 30-day trial subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown1:18 Issues with 2020 Statcast Data5:57 Latest Pitching Rankings Adjustments15:09 More Unusual Math18:47 Confidence Levels Across Rankings23:52 Buying In On Amed Rosario For Another Step Forward?28:11 How Long Will Multi-Inning Relievers Hold Value?35:24 Pushing Up Closers in Best Ball Drafts?47:37 Deep Points League Pitching53:04 Unexpected Appreciation For Evan LongoriaFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a free 30-day trial to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rundown2:19 The BAT X vs. The BAT: Risers Among Hitters7:24 Expecting a Bounce Back From Andrew Benintendi?12:38 Rougned Odor, Nick Solak and Rangers in Flux17:37 Danny Santana In a 60-Game Season21:29 Are All Pitch Mixes Created Equal?28:55 More Value With Increased Velocity or New Pitches?33:33 The Evolution of Multi-Inning Relievers40:05 Increasing Defensive Versatile44:10 NL Pitchers Who Fared Best Against Other Pitchers49:38 Injured Players to Stash for the FutureFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] a 30-day trial to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.