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Episode 286 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris breakdown the World Series and get Eno’s prediction. Who are the key players on each side? How does KC’s contact-heavy game play vs. NYM’s power pitching-poor defense mix? Would you rather have the KC […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-10272015-world-series-afl-previews/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 285 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris are back to discuss more playoff standouts including Daniel Murphy, Stephen Piscotty, Kevin Pillar, and Jorge Soler. They finish with scouting reports on the game 1 starts of each LCS and how the teams […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-10162015-scouting-the-game-1-sps/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 284 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette are back to discuss Utley slide, some playoff standouts who are improving their 2016 stock, including Rougned Odor, Colby Rasmus, and Marco Estrada among others, and the playoffs at large (outside of the fantasy realm). […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-10122015-postseason-standouts/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 283 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris have got six pitchers who failed to live up to their lofty draft status. The two discuss what went wrong for these pitchers and decide whether or not they will re-invest in 2016. Andrew Cashner […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9302015-what-went-wrong-pitcher-edition/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 282 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette meander along the baseball highway on this penultimate Sunday of the regular season. Jason brings up the second-half leaderboards and we hit some surprises scattered on each end of said leaderboards. It’s a pretty […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9282015-penultimate-sunday/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 281 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris get you set up for the final week by discussing some potential stream options for power, speed, and pitching. Names includes Greg Bird, Franklin Gutierrez, Kevin Pillar, Rico Noel, Marcus Stroman, and Jake Peavy […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9242015-the-final-week/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 280 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris continue their discussion of 25-and-Under players to target for 2016 by jumping into starting pitchers. Of course we couldn’t finish all of them so we’ll do more on Thursday, but we do get into […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9222015-25-and-under-sps/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 279 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette discuss a group of hitters who have failed to live up to expectation. These aren’t just injury guys, either. Some have dealt with injuries, but all have a substantial amount of playing time and […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9202015-the-struggle-is-real/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 278 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris offer up their favorite 25-and-under potential keepers around the diamond. These are guys are likely attainable in your leagues, so no Bryce Harper or Jose Fernandez as they are simply cost-prohibitive at their level. […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9172015-hitters-age-25-and-under/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 277 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! IF YOU DOWNLOADED BEFORE 5:40 CENTRAL TIME ON 9/15, PLEASE RE-DOWNLOAD THE NEW, FULL VERSION. THE PREVIOUS VERSION CUTS OFF AT 5-6 MINUTES. In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris discuss some possible options for late-season streaming to acquire HRs, SBs, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9152015-streaming-for-hrs-sbs-and-ks/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 276 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette enjoy a Sunday freestyle, touring the day’s slate and discussing what interests them. — As usual, don’t hesitate to tweet us or comment with fantasy questions. You can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9132015-sunday-freestyle/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 275 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris try to identify some favorable and unfavorable schedules down the stretch for pitchers you may be streaming from reserve to starting lineup or directly from the waiver wire. Is it time to pick up […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-9102015-streaming-schedules/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 274 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk about Josh Tomlin, Rick Porcello, Drew Smyly, J.A. Happ, Ian Kennedy, Jackie Bradley Jr., and Corey Seager before getting into their topic of the day: top 10 SPs for 2016. Any glaring omissions […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-982015-early-top-10-sps-lists-for-2016/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 273 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk Corey Seager, Ryan Zimmerman, Michael Conforto, Didi Gregorius, and Jay Bruce. The main topic centers around IP limits for young starters and we find out how Eno is handling: Noah Syndergaard, Raisel Iglesias, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-932015-innings-limits/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 272 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris dive into some of the September call-ups who could be worthwhile in fantasy leagues such as Javier Baez, Hector Olivera, Dalton Pompey, Brandon Drury, Kennys Vargas, Frankie Montas and others. Which of the three […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-912015-september-call-ups-pouring-in-sort-of/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 271 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette go with a Sunday Freestyle bouncing from team-to-team, player-to-player discussing the likes of Edwin Encarnacion, Nelson Cruz, Max Scherzer, Felix Hernandez, Stephen Strasburg, Jeff Samardzija, Mike Zunino, Stephen Piscotty, Miguel Cabrera, Khris & Chris […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8302015-sputtering-studs/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 270 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris discuss the potential call-up status for some big time prospects like Corey Seager, Tyler Glasnow, Jose Berrios, Max Kepler, and A.J. Reed among others. Then they judge some hot Augusts and determine how much […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8272015-september-call-ups/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 269 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris discuss some hot hitters, emerging closers, and interesting starters including, but not limited to: A.J. Pollock, Gregory Polanco, Rusney Castillo, Shawn Tolleson, Roberto Osuna, Ken Giles, Kris Medlen, and Matt Cain. — As usual, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8252015-combo-outfielders/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 268 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette take their usual Sunday stroll around the league discussing Francisco Lindor, Raisel Iglesias, Derek Dietrich, Mike Fiers, Lance McCullers, and Sean Doolittle among others. — As usual, don’t hesitate to tweet us or comment […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8232015-lindors-power/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 267 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk about trades, injuries, and performances. Specific players discussed include Chase Utley, Marlon Byrd, Anibal Sanchez, Daniel Norris, Byron Buxton, Will Venable, Derek Holland, Nathan Eovaldi, Lance McCullers, and more! — As usual, don’t […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8202015-tradewinds-have-returned/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 266 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk about Mike Leake’s continued injury, my piece Starling Marte’s power outage, Felix Hernandez’s downturn, St. Louis’ outfield injuries, Boston’s outfield (so Eno can chime in on Jackie Bradley Jr’s surge), Danny Salazar’s run, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8182015-velocity-surgers/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 265 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette bring you the Sunday episode on early-Monday discussing several recent standouts: Chris Davis, Jackie Bradley Jr., Carlo Beltran, Dexter Fowler, Gregory Polanco, Justin Verlander, Collin McHugh, and Drew Smyly among others. Lots packed into […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8172015-crush-davis-is-out-of-his-mind/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 91 – You Can Be Picky The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! Field of Streams is moving to a new address! Please subscribe on iTunes here or via a regular feed here! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Brad Johnson discuss the podcast moving out on its own, a very full Friday slate, Xander Bogaerts […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8142015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 264 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk Hisashi Iwakuma, Miguel Sano, Aaron Hicks, Greg Bird, Curtis Granderson, Stephen Vogt, Todd Frazier, Salvador Perez, Hanley Ramirez, and Jon Lester. — As usual, don’t hesitate to tweet us or comment with fantasy […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8122015-miguel-swoon-o/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 90 – Our Dry Period The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! Field of Streams is moving to a new address! Please subscribe on iTunes here or via a regular feed here! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss having trouble finding DFS options yet again, Matt continuing to struggle with Keyvius Sampson’s name, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8132015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 89 – Something Called Adam Conley The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! Field of Streams is moving to a new address! Please subscribe on iTunes here or via a regular feed here! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss Hawk Harrelson making a remarkable comparison, a terrible DFS day split into two […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8122015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 263 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk Jean Machi in Boston, Ian Desmond surging, Marcus Stroman throwing, Howie Kendrick replacements, Chris Davis, Carlos Gonzalez, and Kyle Schwarber raking, Michael Taylor’s intrigue, and Eno’s Tuesday piece. Relevant pieces: Eno on Batted […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-8112015-machi-closing/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 88 – I Don’t Mind Getting Cute On The Infield The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! Field of Streams is moving to a new address! Please subscribe on iTunes here or via a regular feed here! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Brad Johnson discuss being let down by Enrique Hernandez on Monday, trying […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8112015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 87 – Follow A New Stream The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! Field of Streams is moving to a new address! Please subscribe on iTunes here or via a regular feed here! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss Matt making a sale, a small seven-game slate, a lack offensive support in the […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8102015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 262 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette talk about the Jose Fernandez injury, the hot streaks of Carlos Gonzlaez, Khris Davis, and Josh Donaldson and then hit on some guys who could be worthwhile waiver pickups. BaseballHQ First Pitch Arizona — […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-892015-cargo-rolling/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 86 – Yancy Does Not Murder Puppies The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss the one random early Friday afternoon game, Matt wisely hiring somebody else to give his dog a haircut, a very pitcher-heavy DFS day, Dylan being corrected on his Salvador Perez pick, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8072015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 261 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris discuss the Luis Severino and Matt Boyd debuts, ask if Carlos Correa is the top fantasy SS, and then discuss a handful of players for no particular set reason. Guys like Matt Carpenter, Welington […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-862015-bad-fastball-guys/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 85 – It’s Something To Consider The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Brad Johnson discuss a weird schedule with plenty of day games, Hank Conger’s remarkable achievements against righties, Billy Burns having already touched his ceiling, believing in Jimmy Rollins, Joe Ross’ success and potential, Jason Hammel […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8062015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 84 – Forsythe’s Withes The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss Twitter input from regular listeners, Dylan dropping the ball on a trick question, Matt suggesting a mystery third baseman, getting creative with middle infield positions, trying to look ahead through Nelson Cruz’s continued hot streak, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8052015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 260 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris discuss a pair of rookie arms who had vastly different starts on Monday night, then dive into Eno’s Tuesday piece before heading to the other end of the spectrum and talking about some more […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-842015-rookie-pitchers/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 83 – Not Much Explanation Needed The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Brad Johnson discuss user error, Mark Teixeira’s resurgence, a pitcher-heavy DFS day, Ketel Marte being quickly trusted in center field, the Marlins’ inability to hit lefties, being nervous about Marco Estrada (still), and Eddie Butler […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8042015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 82 – I <3 Logan Forsythe The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss Dylan’s struggles with scheduling, checking out Tyler Wilson, welcoming Logan Forsythe to U.S. Cellular Field, remembering Crede’s Crew, balancing competing split advantages in a matchup, the arrivals of Henry Owens and Luis […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-8032015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 259 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette tour the league talking a little bit about every game on Sunday including the drama in Toronto, some debuts for traded players, a poor team on a run, a middling team capable of making […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-822015-temper-tantrums-in-toronto/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 81 – Juan Uribae The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss recording during Matt’s lunch hour, keeping an eye on team bullpens in a matchup, Juan Uribe being welcomed in New York, Rays right-handers facing off against southpaws, Matt giving his thumbs up or […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7312015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 258 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk about traaaaaaddddeeesss!!! What else?! The plan to discuss on the rise pitchers was pushed because this deadline has been amazing. Unfortunately the real Carlos Gomez deal took place after they recorded. — As […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-7302015-trades-on-trades-on-trades/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 80 – Aaron Harang Has Remembered That He’s Aaron Harang The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Brad Johnson discuss two early games, Tyler Saladino’s modest emergence, Troy Tulowitzki’s new home, Dylan breaking rule No. 1 by rambling about his fantasy team, an interesting comparison for the top […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7302015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 79 – Rubby De La Rosa is Living in a Big House The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss attempts to assess the Blue Jays facing Jerome Williams, a bad A.J. Pierzynski joke, Matt rubbing his chin in approval, Francisco Liriano’s strong matchup, Chris Tillman’s […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7292015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 257 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris talk about the two big trades of the past 24 hours involving Troy Tulowitzki and Ben Zobrist. They touch on Rusney Castillo getting a chance at a full-time plate appearances after the Shane Victorino […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-7282015-tulo-to-toronto/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 78 – A Japanese 34 The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss a recap of some of Monday’s picks, Kris Bryant trying to turn things around, Alex Rodriguez’s birthday heroics, Matt’s jokes causing Dylan to be speechless, Jeff Samardzija attempting to escape from Chicago, Dylan […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7282015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 77 – The Aaron Water Show The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss trying to listen to Randy Johnson speak, Yasmany Tomas deserving a shoutout, remembering Johnny Cueto’s career-finishing brawl, Matt’s one-man chant, Matt refusing to believe in Melky Cabrera or John Danks, lazily scouting […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7272015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 256 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Jason Collette had to record early due to Jason’s travel so while they had the Johnny Cueto to KC news, it wasn’t confirmed who was going back to Cincy, though Brandon Finnegan and John Lamb had […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-7262015-cueto-to-kc/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 76 – Verlanderlay Industries The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss the search for Matt’s neighbor, Zack Greinke’s good reason for missing a start, Matt’s fantasy team names, a reach of a comparison between Brandon Morrow and Andrew Cashner, ticking all of the boxes on […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7242015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 255 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! In this episode, Paul Sporer and Eno Sarris analyze the two big trades of the day and then talk about the rumors w/Carlos Carrasco. They check in on the performances of Ubaldo Jimenez, Masahiro Tanaka, Yunel Escobar, Chris Tillman, and R.A. Dickey. They finish […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/the-sleeper-and-the-bust-7232015-trade-season-begins/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 75 – Pop A Few Angels The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Brad Johnson discuss Brad’s continued beach vacation, a stark split slate, attempting to identify Zack Godley, some shenanigans between Devon Travis and Tyler Clippard, R.A. Dickey and Jeremy Guthrie subbing in as starters, the affordability […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7232015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>

Episode 74 – The Strongest of Strong Takes The latest episode of “Field of Streams” is live! In this episode, Dylan Higgins and Matthew Dewoskin discuss Kyle Schwarber bursting onto the scene, comparing a pair of Dallas’, navigating a CHC/CIN doubleheader, paying attention to Robinson Cano again, the stars aligning on Logan Forsythe and Josh Phegley, […] <p><a href="https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/rotographs-audio-field-of-streams-7222015/" rel="nofollow">Source</a></p>