Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

DVR is joined by Jason Collette to discuss the evolution of pre-debut contracts and early takeaways -- including the highly-anticipated return Shane McClanahan -- and the surprising lack of stolen bases from the Rays in their first two series of the season. They also take an early look at waiver-wire targets, highlighting several starting pitchers of interest, a few relievers to consider from bullpens in turmoil, and the fast start for Jordan Walker. Rundown1:55 Commissioner’s Corner: Move Weekly Pickups to Thursday Night!8:37 Context is Key: James Wood Reveals 2025 Injuries11:34 Checking In on the Rays: Observations Through Two Series18:59 He’s Back! The Return of Shane McClanahan23:59 Efficiency FTW: Drew Rasmussen Has a New Changeup28:15 Early-Season Matchups: What Matters When Considering Pitchers?34:24 Another Bat Speed Riser: Interest Level in Luisangel Acuña37:29 Weekend Waiver Preview: Starting Pitchers We’re Considering41:55 The Roster Bubble Starting Pitchers (40-60% Rostered)48:23 Digging Deeper (20-40% Rostered)53:26 Looking for Saves: Assessing Relievers in Flux56:45 Cautious with Hitting Surprises? Buying Jordan Walker’s Adjustments?Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow Jason on Bluesky: @jasoncollette.bsky.social. e-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith Guest Co-Host: Jason ColletteEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Pirates' promotion of top prospect Konnor Griffin (whose agreement to a nine-year extension was revealed after the episode was recorded), the long-term outlook on Shane Baz, how pitchers impact a hitter's bat speed, and new pitches that have caught our eye through the first week of the season. Rundown0:26 Baseball's Top Prospect Gets the Call: Konnor Griffin to Debut on Friday3:54 Buying the Pirates? Will They Snap Seven-Year Streak of Losing Seasons?8:31 Breaking Down Shane Baz's Extension with the Orioles: Five-Year, $56 Million19:40 How Pitchers Impact a Hitter's Bat Speed29:56 Does Fast Swing Rate Against Pitchers Tell Us More than Average Bat Speeds?35:03 New Pitches: Pitchers With Better Outlooks Thanks to New Offerings57:18The Rangers' Nacho Sombrero is Real?!Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a bizarre mistake from C.B. Bucknor in Milwaukee on Tuesday night, and Jed's favorite umpire still in rotation before digging into Shohei Ohtani's first start of 2026 -- which featured significantly increased usage of his curveball -- before looking at early bat-speed risers, and breaking down a few hitters they believe could benefit from a more aggressive approach at the plate. Rundown0:48 Umpire Love: Jed’s Favorite Ump Still in Circulation2:00 The Opposite of Umpire Love: C.B. Buckner’s Laughably Bad Call3:50 Make a Mistake? Own It! Mark Wegner Owns Up to Missed Strikeout10:10 Sho and Tell: Shohei Ohtani Increases Curveball Usage in First Start of 202615:33 Other News & Notes: DeLauter’s Scare, Eflin’s Exit & deGrom’s Velo18:09 Early Bat Speed Risers: Why Does It Matter in Small Samples?25:57 Does High Bat Speed Lead to Injuries? 34:00 Swing Decisions: Who Should Be More Aggressive?50:58 Show and Tell: A Few of Our Random FavoritesFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss a pair of eight-year extensions for two yet-to-debut shortstops -- Seattle's Colt Emerson and Milwaukee's Cooper Pratt -- before looking back at Roki Sasaki's first start of 2026 and digging into why the lofty expectations around him are unlikely to fall anytime soon. Plus, Andrew Baggarly joins the show to for our (belated, blame DVR) Giants season preview. Rundown1:50 Colt Emerson Gets Eight-Year Extension from Mariners9:33 Cooper Pratt Gets Eight-Year Extension from Brewers19:19 Examining Roki Sasaki’s First Start of 202625:45 The Weight of Expectations on Roki 33:15 Justin Verlander’s Return to the Tigers41:04 An Immaculate Inning From Michael Soroka42:43 2026 Giants Preview with Andrew Baggarly43:39 Overall Impressions of Tony Vitello Early in Year 146:03 Luis Arraez’s Long-Term Future at Second Base50:13 The Buster Posey Era: Is This Team Better Now Than It Was A Year Ago?55:32 Assessments of Landen Roupp, Tyler Mahle & Adrian Houser59:21 The Bullpen Comes Into Focus1:04:54 PECOTA’s 82-Win Projection: Too Hot, Too Cold, or Just Right?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.socialFollow Baggs on Bluesky: @andrewbaggarly.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Britt Ghiroli & Andrew BaggarlyEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR look back at the first weekend of the 2026 MLB season, which featured immediate ABS drama in several games and plenty of excitement at the ballpark, Plus, they discuss an extension for Nico Hoerner, as the Cubs secure another long-term part of their core, before answering mailbag questions about limiting challenges to critical counts, and what 'A' and 'B' bullpens are. Finally, they explain their process for making some of their toughest decisions for the week, and takeaways from a messy weekend in several bullpens. Rundown0:21 The Crowd Goes Wild, For ABS!: Loud Roars & the First Ejection!7:41 Righting the Wrongs: Can Aaron Judge Become Even Better with ABS? 8:57 Coming Soon: Challenge Timers & Lights? 12:42 The Cubs Extend Nico Hoerner: Six-Year, $141 Million Deal Adds to Core20:03 Jacob deGrom Scratched From Weekend Start (Neck Stiffness): Could Return This Week21:02 Will Teams Limit Challenges Based on Count?25:30 How Do Stuff+ Updates Drop on FanGraphs?27:51 Jake Irvin, Emerson Hancock & Randy Vásquez Surprise36:05 What Are ‘A’ and ‘B’ Bullpens?40:40 How We Make Our Most Difficult Lineup Decisions50:14 Pickups & Panics: Messy Bullpens & Eno’s FOMO DropRelated Reading ($)"Inside MLB’s new ABS challenge system: Which umpires, teams and players thrived and struggled" by Johnny Flores Jr.:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7156691"Payback time for Yankees’ Aaron Judge? ABS could mean revenge after years of bad calls" by Brendan Kuty:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7153125Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR look back at a great Opening Day packed with impressive rookie performances, and several aces showing up in the first start of the year. Plus, they walk through their process of keeping up with a season that regularly features 15 games per day, while trying to manage a combined 30 fantasy baseball teams. Rundown2:45 Tips & Tricks: How Do You Manage So Much In-Season Information?5:41 Box Score Junkies: Digging in Every Corner for Details12:57 Where Does Eno Go for His Box Scores?18:07 Will the Pirates Remain Patient with Oneil Cruz’s Defense?22:32 Big Days for Carson Benge & Brandon Lowe26:15 Joe Ryan & Trevor Rogers Shine29:59 Andrew Abbott, LODEM King31:55 Kevin McGonigle’s Four-Hit Debut; Skubal Rolls33:16 Cristopher Sánchez’s Gem35:09 A Wild Sixth Inning in St. Louis42:46 A Geraldo Perdomo Homer From the Ump Cam!49:39 Chase DeLauter & Dominic Canzone Have Two-HR Games55:27 Cam Schlittler’s Evolution: Adding Fastballs, Throwing More Breakers to Improve Stuff1:00:08 Our Guys 2026: The Players We Drafted the Most Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR celebrate Opening Day with a draft -- focusing on pitchers they believe are primed to exceed expectations this season. Plus, they discuss a rough first night for Logan Webb against the Yankees, Netflix's baseball debut, and what they're looking for as the first series of the season unfolds over the course of the weekend. Rundown0:28 Happy Opening Day!2:00 Jackson Chourio to the IL with Fractured Hand3:50 Logan Webb’s Tough Outing & Overall 2026 Expectations9:45 The San Francisco Opener: Netflix’s MLB Debut, Throwing a Big Party17:06 Mic’d Up Players in Games That Count21:40 Silver Linings for Giants24:12 Plus-Minus Draft: Which Pitchers Will Exceed Projections in 2026?53:53 What Are We Watching For in First Series?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss an extension for Pete Crow-Armstrong with the Cubs, more red flags at Ilitch Sports & Entertainment, and Kevin McGonigle's arrival on the Tigers' Opening Day roster, before taking a spin through the American League to predict division winners, Wild Card teams, and award winners for the 2026 MLB season. Rundown0:34 Pete Crow-Armstrong: Gets Extension with Cubs6:14 More Red Flags at Ilitch Sports & Entertainment12:00 Kevin McGonigle Makes the Tigers' Opening Day Roster16:57 AL East Breakdown36:41 AL Central Breakdown53:14 AL West Breakdown1:13:14 AL Rookie of the Year Predictions 1:15:15 AL Cy Young Award Predictions1:17:11 AL MVP PredictionsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Britt Ghiroli Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss another injury to the Atlanta rotation with Spencer Strider going on the IL with an oblique injury before taking a spin through the National League to predict division winners, Wild Card teams, and award winners for the 2026 MLB season. Rundown0:39 Spencer Strider: Placed on IL with Oblique Injury5:12 NL East Breakdown18:34 NL Central Breakdown40:04 NL West Breakdown59:00 NL Rookie of the Year Predictions 1:01:25 NL Cy Young Award Predictions1:04:52 NL MVP PredictionsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Cristopher Sánchez's new deal with the Phillies and Konnor Griffin falling short of the Pirates' Opening Day roster before sharing their bold predictions for the upcoming season. Rundown0:40 Cristopher Sánchez: Gets Extension w/Phillies3:22 Konnor Griffin: Assigned to Minor League Camp7:49 Trivia! Three Qualified Hitters Age-21 or Younger in 202510:18 It’s Bold Predictions Time!12:45 Eno’s Bold Predictions: 1. Wyatt Langford Goes 30-3016:24 DVR’s Bold Predictions: 1. Yordan Alvarez Wins AL MVP 20:32 Eno’s Bold Predictions: 2. The Number of Pitchers with Multiple Changeups Will Double This Year25:41 DVR’s Bold Predictions: 2. The Marlins Will Have a Top-Five Rotation 30:00 Eno’s Bold Predictions: 3. The Braves Miss the Playoffs (Again)35:55 DVR’s Bold Predictions: 3. The A’s Lead the League in Runs Scored43:08 Surprising Roster Decisions: Dylan Crews & Jasson Domínguez Sent to Triple-A52:08 Pitching Job Battles: Mick Abel Wins Rotation Spot Over Zebby Matthews56:47 Sticking for Opening Day: Justin Crawford & Carson BengeFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR provide their second-annual 'cram session' as the busiest weekend of fantasy baseball drafts is here. They discuss a few players they've avoided this season, tier drop-offs across several positions, how they're approaching the top rookies in redraft leagues, and more.Rundown1:35 Zack Wheeler Progressing Toward Minor League Game5:17 DVR’s Plan in H2H Roto, Tout Wars Champions League12:43 Grayson Rodriguez Dealing with ‘Dead Arm’15:59 Trey Yesavage: Headed to the IL (Shoulder Impingement)18:35 Carson Willams: Could Open Season as Starting Shortstop20:24 Players We’ve Avoided This Draft Season31:15 Finding the Tier Drops At Every Position36:00 The Shape of First Base39:25 The Long Tail at Second Base42:32 Shortstop Still Has Plenty of Depth46:29 Surprisingly Sharp Falls at Third Base53:10 The Outfield: Using Care With Drafting Too Many Early?1:00:34 Buying Any Rookie Position Players at Late-March Draft-Day Cost?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few spring news items including Gerrit Cole's return to game action with his first outing for the spring, plus updates on Seiya Suzuki, José Ramírez, and Zach Neto. Plus, they host their ever 'Plus-Minus Draft', selecting their favorite hitters primed to exceed their projections during the upcoming season. Rundown2:31 Gerrit Cole Makes Spring Debut5:41 Seiya Suzuki: PCL Strain; Opening Day Status TBD9:50 Updates: José Ramírez & Zach Neto10:33 The 2026 Hitter Projections Draft13:02 DVR Takes Acuña at 1.1; Was That a Mistake?28:04 Jed’s Case for Wyatt Langford Being Underprojected31:52 Mike Trout?! In This Economy?40:15 Banking Heavily on Youth43:51 Andy Pages & Jed’s Emphasis on Defensive Value46:02 Eno Targets Evan Carter & Matt McLain48:11 Surprised that Jed Added Rafael Devers?49:53 James Wood & Colton Cowser to DVR53:37 Have We Underrated Colson Montgomery’s Debut?56:13 Shopping in the Low WAR Projection Bin: Cam Smith1:04:29 Notable Omissions From This DraftFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Venezuela's thrilling win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic Final on Tuesday including the impressive outing from Eduardo Rodríguez, an incredibly close play on Javier Sanoja's ninth-inning steal of second base, and a swing from Eugenio Suárez that will have a permanent place in Venezuelan baseball history. Plus, Lance Brozdowski joins the show to discuss his recent pitching development survey, teams that appear to be headed in the right direction for the future, and a few prospects on the rise including potential keeper and dynasty league sleepers. Rundown0:13 Venezuela Brings Home Its First WBC Title12:20 A Great Celebration of Baseball17:13 Mark DeRosa's Future as Manager & Tactical Limitations for Tournament21:43 About That Lack of Joy From Team USA25:23 Lance Brozdowski Joins the Show! (Lance's Survey: https://lancebroz.substack.com/p/2026-mlb-pitching-development-rankings-acqusition-lance-brozdowski-best-pitching-organizations-coaches-executives-survey)26:19 Best Organizations for Pitching Development & Acquisition 29:11 How Much Did Past Reputation Influence Guardians’ & Rays’ Rankings?31:59 Varying Timelines in Pitching Development36:40 How Quickly Can Teams Improve Their Development?39:44 Is Alignment Underrated In Organizational Success?49:45 What Results Do You Look at to Measure Minor League Success?55:13 Who Will Likely Move Up In These Rankings in the Near Future?57:48 The Marlins Are Doing Things Their Way1:04:44 Can the Cardinals Improve Faster Than Expected?1:09:25 A Few of Lance’s Favorite Pitching Prospects Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.socialFollow Lance on Bluesky: @lancebroz.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor May & Lance BrozdowskiEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt, and DVR say goodbye to Team Italy after their fun run in the World Baseball Classic came to an end Monday night against Venezuela, before attempting to predict the headlines that will come from Tuesday's Final between Venezuela and the United States, and wondering if it's time for the Fox booth to move on from John Smoltz . Plus, they discuss a trio of players that Britt expects to break out in 2026, and wonder if the Padres' rotation will be a problem throughout the season with Joe Musgrove headed to the IL to begin the year. Rundown1:05 Venezuela Defeats Italy in Semifinals; Reaches First WBC Final6:42 What Will We Be Talking About Tomorrow From the WBC Final?15:05 John Smoltz Doesn’t Sound Like He’s Enjoying the Tournament22:39 Britt’s Breakouts for 202640:55 Joe Musgrove to Open the Season on the IL47:43 Are the Padres Playoff-Bound This Season?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Britt GhiroliEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss an exciting weekend in the World Baseball Classic including Venezuela's win over Japan, and a U.S.-Dominican Republic game that left Fernando Tatis Jr. in the on-deck circle as a missed call behind the plate punched the Americans' ticket into the final. Plus, they catch up on a few spring injuries, and discuss sleeper starting pitchers (outside the Top 250 overall in recent drafts), before checking in with Senior Hot Correspondent and Ottoneu Founder Niv Shah about Cody Ponce, Harry Ford, and a few relievers getting a lot of draft-season love on the platform. They also preview a few intriguing matchups for this year's 'Taste of the Majors' stand Nationals Park. Rundown1:33 Venezuela Defeats Japan in WBC Classic to Advance to Semis5:33 USA-Dominican Republic; Disappointed by Cory Blaser’s Missed Call11:29 Every Bullpen Spot Matters12:53 Seiya Suzuki: Leaves Early Saturday with Knee Discomfort15:26 Injury Updates: Zack Neto, Jeremy Peña, José Ramírez, Francisco Lindor & Corbin Carroll21:33 Sleeper Starting Pitchers 38:55 Spring Training Stuff+ Risers46:25 Where Does Rankings Confidence Begin to Slide?53:00 Niv Shah is Back!55:13 Interest in Cody Ponce Following KBO Success?1:02:11 Buying Harry Ford as a 2026 Sleeper?1:05:48 'Niv's Guys for 2026'1:08:50 Advanced Scouting for 'Taste of the Majors' at Nats Park1:19:25 Still Time to Pick Up an Ottoneu Team for 2026!Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Niv ShahEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Eno catch up on news from Dodgers camp, an injury creating opportunity in the Brewers' rotation, listener league draft results focusing on players our leagues drafted earlier (and later). Plus, they are joined by Ron Shandler, founder of Baseball HQ and author of 'Fantasy, Reconstructed' to discuss innovating in fantasy baseball game design, his preferred draft-day tools, a few players he's been targeting this draft season, and the challenges of quantifying risk. Rundown2:20 Smelling Hops: Barebottle is Brewing Another Kayaker’s Cove!4:06 Fabian’s Dodgers Notes: Snell, Ohtani & Wrobleski10:34 Josh Hader to Open 2026 on the IL; Bryan Abreu Helium15:39 Quinn Priester’s Injury Opens Up Opportunity in Milwaukee22:05 Rates & Barrels Listener League Drafts: ‘Our Guys’ 44:09 The Fixers: Undervalued Save Sources52:26 The Fixers: Making Up Ground in Stolen Bases1:02:07 Interview with FSWA & FSGA Hall-of-Famer Ron Shandler1:03:06 Inspiration for ‘Fantasy, Reconstructed’1:08:03 Getting Buy-In to Try New Things in Your Leagues1:13:17 Re-creating the Monthly Salary Cap Fun of Shandler Park1:19:07 Ron’s Preferred Draft-Day Tools1:22:50 Who Is Standing Out as Undervalued in Ron’s Draft So Far?1:26:33 The Challenge of Quantifying RiskFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Ron on Bluesky: @bb4caster.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Ron ShandlerEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Italy's 4-0 run through Pool B propelled Team USA into the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic, and Team Canada have reached the quarterfinals for the first time following a decisive win over Cuba. Eno, Trevor, DVR, and Stephen Nesbitt discuss the four quarterfinal matchups on tap, and share their final predictions for the tournament as the knockout stage gets underway. Rundown0:18 Italy Sweeps Pool B, Canada Advances to Quarterfinals!2:31 Korea vs. Dominican Republic (Friday, 6:30p ET)15:45 USA vs. Canada (Friday, 8:00p ET)29:10 Puerto Rico vs. Italy (Saturday 3:00p ET)37:26 Venezuela vs. Japan (Saturday 9:00p ET)47:10 Final Predictions to Win This Year’s WBC Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.socialFollow Stephen on Bluesky: @stephenjnesbitt.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor May & Stephen NesbittEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss Italy's stunning Tuesday night win over Team USA in Houston, Mark DeRosa's gaffe in believing Team USA was already in the quarterfinals prior to Tuesday's game, and big news around MLB including surgery for Hunter Greene, an extension for Jesús Luzardo, the Phillies' delicate balance of keeping their window open around the current core, and the rising price of a win in free agency. Rundown0:47 Italy Stuns Team USA in Houston6:35 Uh Oh, DeRo11:45 Aaron Nola Takes the Ball for Italy; Wednesday Matchups13:53 Nolan McLean Struggles Against Lefties16:23 Hunter Greene: Out 14-16 Weeks Following Surgery24:59 Jesús Luzardo: Signs Five-Year, $135M Extension w/Phillies41:52 Elite Players, Aging & Big Contracts54:40 SEAGER & The Importance of Swing Decisions Beyond ChaseFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britt Ghiroli returns to join Eno and DVR to discuss another great moment for Czechia's Ondřej Satoria in Tokyo, a big inning that propelled Team USA past Mexico in Houston on Monday night, and the apparent shared interest of MLB and the MLBPA in finding a way for major league players to participate in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Rundown5:54 Ondřej Satoria Gets Another Great WBC Moment in Tokyo11:25 Eyes on Italy vs. Mexico on Wednesday13:57 Recapping USA vs. Mexico 18:02 Olympic Qualifying From World Baseball Classic20:59 Solving the Logistical Issues of a Midseason Break36:15 Starting Pitching Matchups for Tuesday’s Key WBC Games41:19 Risks vs. Incentives: How Does the Equation Change in July?48:00 Luzardo Extension, Good News for Corbin Carroll & Bad News for Hunter GreeneFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Britt GhiroliEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the excellent games throughout pool play of the World Baseball Classic -- including a pair of walk-off homers over the weekend before digging into a few spring headlines with the first round of 'News or Noise' of 2026. Eno also drops a fresh Stuff+ leaderboard from spring games, featuring two largely overlooked pitchers in the NL Central. Rundown2:56 WBC Pool Play Has Delivered! 23:13 Spring News & Notes: Jackson Chourio, Rafael Devers & Lawrence Butler28:25 News or Noise? Position Players Still in Competitions36:05 Kodai Senga’s Velocity Jump37:37 Bailey Ober’s Velocity Drop40:28 Kyle Harrison’s Eight-K Performance Sunday44:05 New Pitches for Hunter Barco47:09 Didier Fuentes Returns to Spring Action50:24 Spring Training Stuff+ LeaderboardFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere#baseball #fantasybaseball #worldbaseballclassic2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss an elbow injury that has bothered Hunter Greene since the end of last season, another positive PED test for Jurickson Profar, Starling Marte's fit in the Royals' outfield mix, and the importance of contact point as more swing metrics enter the public sphere -- including max bat speed. Rundown1:28 Does A 52-Yard Hole-In-One Count? 4:31 Hunter Greene: Will Have Elbow Evaluated 10:42 Jurickson Profar: Suspended 162 Games for Second Positive PED Test 16:33 Starling Marte’s Fit in Kansas City 22:35 Max Bat Speed & The Impact of Contact Point 34:55 Fixing Mechanics in a Controlled Environment 48:20 Jed & Eno: Commish for a Day, Rebuilding Spring TrainingFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring Eno is back! Eno and DVR discuss some of Eno's camp observations from stops in Goodyear (Reds) and Peoria (Mariners). Plus, the team preview series rolls on -- Katie Woo joins the show to discuss the Dodgers, and Matt Gelb is here to break down the Phillies. Rundown6:05 Reds Camp Check-In: Spencer Steer's Role, Finding the Right Defensive Alignment14:17 The Mariners' Staff Learns From Each Other21:33 Los Angeles Dodgers Preview35:12 How Will the Dodgers Manage Their Rotation in a WBC Year?51:52 Philadelphia Phillies Preview1:05:17 Andrew Painter's Ceiling, Zack Wheeler's Recovery From TOS Surgery, and Aaron Nola's Rebound BidFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Katie on Bluesky: @katiejwoo.bsky.socialFollow Matt on Bluesky: @mattgelb.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Katie Woo & Matt GelbEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Stephen Nesbitt to preview the 2026 World Baseball Classic. After the ideal Shohei Ohtani vs. Mike Trout matchup to end the 2023 Championship Game, will this year's tournament draw even more eyes? DVR and Stephen assess each of the four pools and make a few predictions for the eight teams that will advance to the knockout stage, and their picks to win the title. Rundown1:09 The Dream Scenario in 2023: USA vs. Japan, Shohei Ohtani vs. Mike Trout15:22 Pool A (Puerto Rico, Cuba, Canada, Panama & Colombia) -- Expectations & Predictions29:02 Pool B (USA, Mexico, Italy, Great Britain & Brazil) -- Expectations & Predictions46:44 Pool C (Japan, Australia, South Korea, Czechia & Chinese Taipei) -- Expectations & Predictions56:00 Pool D (Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Netherlands, Israel & Nicaragua) -- Expectations & Predictions1:09:36 Overall Predictions: Championship Game Matchup & WinnerFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Stephen on Bluesky: @stephenjnesbitt.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Stephen NesbittEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR continues the Team Preview series by examining the Mets' busy offseason with Tim Britton, the Jays' attempt to make another deep playoff run with Mitch Bannon, and the Guardians' extremely quiet offseason after a surprising second-half surge pushed them back into the playoffs last season. Check out the current win totals projected by PECOTA here: https://www.baseballprospectus.com/standings/Rundown0:25 New York Mets Team Preview24:30 Toronto Blue Jays Team Preview45:11 Cleveland Guardians Team PreviewFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Tim on Bluesky: @timbritton.bsky.socialFollow Mitch on Bluesky: @mitchbannon.bsky.socialFollow Zack on Bluesky: @zackmeisel.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Tim Britton, Mitch Bannon & Zack Meisel Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR continues the Team Preview series with a lot of help from the newsroom -- Jen McCaffrey joins to break down the Red Sox, Cody Stavenhagen drops by to discuss the Tigers, and Aaron Gleeman helps untangle the Twins' puzzling offseason.Check out the current win totals projected by PECOTA here: https://www.baseballprospectus.com/standings/Rundown0:35 Boston Red Sox Team Preview24:10 Detroit Tigers Team Preview46:28 Minnesota Twins Team PreviewFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Jen on Bluesky: @jcmccaffrey.bsky.socialFollow Cody on Bluesky: @codystavenhagen.bsky.socialFollow Aaron on Bluesky: @aarongleeman.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Jen McCaffrey, Cody Stavenhagen & Aaron GleemanEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Max Scherzer's reunion with the Blue Jays, the innings projections for Shohei Ohtani in 2026, and several trends they're watching this spring -- including shifts in pitch mix for the Nats, aggression on the basepaths, and the development of several young players. Plus, Trevor breaks down the typical spring training day for a big-league veteran. Rundown0:39 Max Scherzer Re-Signs with the Blue Jays8:13 Other News & Notes: Merrill Kelly (Back) & Brandon Woodruff13:03 Shohei Ohtani’s Innings Projection for 202616:57 Trends to Watch This Spring29:24 Which Inexperienced Pitchers Are You Watching This Spring?40:24 The Spring Running Game48:43 A Day in the Life of a Big Leaguer During Spring TrainingFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Jed discuss the full-time arrival of the automated ball-strike challenge system in 2026 and the players most likely to be impacted by the changed to the strike zone. Plus, they resume the Team Preview series with a breakdown of the Rays, where ongoing competition for playing is unfolding at several positions, and the Cardinals, who have opened up a lot of opportunities for younger players by trading away several veterans in their rebuilding effort this winter. Check out the current win totals projected by PECOTA here: https://www.baseballprospectus.com/standings/Rundown1:01 The Expected Impact of ABS in 202618:40 Tampa Bay Rays Preview43:14 St. Louis Cardinals PreviewFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a few players with questionable statuses for Opening Day -- including Dodgers starter Blake Snell and Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff -- before previewing the Houston Astros with The Athletic's Chandler Rome. They also discuss a few rebound hitters with discounted draft-day prices this winter, before digging into DVR's unusual build in Monday night's Mixed LABR draft. Check out the current win totals projected by PECOTA here: https://www.baseballprospectus.com/standings/Rundown2:41 Blake Snell’s Slow Spring9:19 Brandon Woodruff’s Path to Opening Day14:00 Chris Sale: Signs One-Year Extension16:00 Houston Astros Preview32:03 Will This Astros Team Contend with Better Health in 2026?37:51 Rebound Hitters for 202650:34 Similarities Between Oneil Cruz & PCA?1:04:53 DVR’s Mixed LABR DraftFull 2026 Mixed LABR Draft Board: https://www.rtsports.com/labr-mixed-draftFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Chandler on Bluesky: @chandlerrome.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Chandler RomeEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.