The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast

Vinnie Pasquantino has finally arrived for the Royals, and DVR and Al discuss how much fantasy managers should be prepared to bid to add him this weekend. They also talk about other hitters to add, including Isaac Paredes, Darick Hall and Andrew McCutchen, and pitchers worth picking up, with Mitch White and Dean Kremer among them. DVR and Al also consider how to respond to Atlanta's current closer situation.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al look at the surprisingly great first halves put together by players like Aaron Judge, Paul Goldschmidt, Dansby Swanson and Alek Manoah, as well as some players who have disappointed, including Wander Franco and Lucas Giolito. They also consider the second-half value of Clay Holmes and Jorge López, who sit atop the reliever Roto value rankings.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss rebuilding etiquette in keeper leagues, continued interest in Jarren Duran with a path to a larger role, Freddie Freeman's visit to Atlanta, the ensuing drama, and an increase in stealing bases as a way of shaking things up. Plus, Spencer Howard as a potential second-half surprise in Texas, and much more.Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should Royals first base prospect VInnie Pasquantino be added in all leagues, now that he has been called up? DVR and Al address this question, as well as look into the fantasy appeal of Michael Harris, Josh H. Smith, Jonathan Ananda and Bligh Madris. They also consider whether David Villar and Dominic Fletcher could see time in the majors in 2022 and turn their attention to some of the more intriguing players currently in Class A.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al consider whether Franmil Reyes and Luke Voit are worth targeting for fantasy managers searching for home run power, while also looking into C.J. Abrams, Jarren Duran and Jace Peterson as sources of stolen bases. Orioles Dean Kremer and Tyler Wells are among the pitching options to consider for this week's FAB bidding, and DVR and Al also explore several bullpen situations, including the Mariners'.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should fantasy managers be looking to buy or sell on C.J. Abrams, Lourdes Gurriel, Jr., Lucas Giolito and MacKenzie Gore, among others? Beller and Al talk to Michael Waterloo about his latest Stock Watch column on The Athletic and go further in-depth on what actions to take regarding several players.Follow Michael on Twitter: @MichaelWaterlooFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss Nick Senzel, the underwhelming first round of the 2016 draft, a new opportunity for Yermín Mercedes in San Francisco, Jarren Duran’s return for the Red Sox, Ian’s focus on players’ on-field behavior, playing time opening up in the Rays' outfield due to a rash of injuries, A.J. Puk's future as a closer, and more. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Kahn joins DVR to discuss recent promotions and expectations for Riley Greene, Oneil Cruz, CJ Abrams, and several other players. Plus, they discuss the long-term benefits for prospects who spent time with older players at alternate sites two years ago, and a large group of young catchers progressing toward the big leagues. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Email us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al look into whether there are still leagues where Jonathan India and Gabriel Moreno need to be added, and they also gauge the types of leagues where several hitters, including Carson Kelly, Nick Senzel and Adam Duvall, should be rostered. Is it time to add Anthony DeSclafani where he was dropped, and is there a reason to give Caleb Kilian a chance in shallower leagues? DVR and Al also explore some deeper league streamers, like Tyler Wells, Braxton Garrett and Beau Brieske and take stock of four relievers -- Kendall Graveman, Tanner Scott, Tanner Houck and Seranthony Dominguez -- who suddenly have a chance to rack up saves.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reliever expert Greg Jewett joins Beller and Al to break down the latest in bullpen fun on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast.Follow Greg on Twitter: @gjewett9Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss improvements and opportunity in Texas, factors they consider while attempting to stream pitchers and set matchup-based lineups, Brandon Drury's surprising 2022, an influx of closer-committee relievers on the waiver wire, rooting for yourself v. your favorite team, a very UTR Nando Guy in Chicago, the long-term value of Yu Darvish, and opinions v. support. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al kick off this week's Prospect Tuesday discussion with some hope for the redraft value of Gabriel Moreno, Kyle Stowers and Canaan Smith-Njigba, if only they can be assured of regular playing time. They also look into the growing fantasy popularity of Ezequiel Tovar, Jackson Chourio and Gavin Stone and discuss several High-A standouts, including Masyn Winn, Colin Barber and Connor Phillips.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al check in on the fantasy appeal of the latest top prospect to be called up, Blue Jays catcher Gabriel Moreno. They also size up whether hitters like Santiago Espinal, Lane Thomas, Luis García and Ezequiel Duran should be added in 12-team leagues, and they also consider some potential 12-team league pitching options, such as Eduardo Rodriguez, Michael Lorenzen, Graham Ashcraft and Roansy Contreras. And do fantasy managers finally have a closer candidate worth pursuing in either Paul Sewald or Tanner Scott?Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Girardi and Joe Maddon are out. Tyler O'Neill is back for the Cardinals. Marcus Semien is just BACK. How does that affect their respective lineups? Mike Kurland joins Beller and Al to break down all that, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast.Follow Mike on Twitter: @Mike_KurlandFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss managerial changes for the Phillies and Angels, Aaron Judge’s future contract and value in long-term leagues, Shane McClanahan’s soaring value and case to be a future first-round pick, Nando’s continued appreciation for IKF, the possibility of better days ahead for Jon Gray, and more. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis Swaggerty, Steele Walker and Jason Alexander all have memorable names, and DVR and Al examine whether their major league performances will be just as memorable for fantasy managers. They also look into the fantasy appeal of Caleb Kilian, Riley Greene and Luis García and turn their focus to some players to watch in Triple-A.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beller and Al dig into the weekend waiver options as the fantasy season rolls into its middle third. They consider whether Christopher Morel and Michael Harris need to be added to even more leagues and look into several two-start options, including Ross Stripling, Dakota Hudson and Garrett Whitlock. Beller and Al wind up the show by searching for saves in the Minnesota, Detroit and Cincinnati bullpens.Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Beat Writer Thursday on The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast. Sahadev Sharma (Cubs), Jen McCaffrey (Red Sox) and Alec Lewis (Royals) join the show to dish out on-the-ground knowledge on their respective teams, with great info on Christopher Morel, Alex Verdugo, Vinnie Pasquantino, and more.Follow Sahadev (Cubs) on Twitter: @sahadevsharmaFollow Jen (Red Sox) on Twitter: @jcmcaffreyFollow Alec (Royals) on Twitter: @alec_lewisFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian & Al ponder whether Daulton Varsho is being underrated and what it might take to get him in a trade. They also consider whether it makes sense to add Steven Kwan in leagues where he has been dropped and whether there is room for managers to add Christopher Morel to more leagues. Also, who would win a Triston McKenzie-for-Carlos Rodón trade?Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zach Buchanan sits in for DVR on this Prospect Tuesday, and he and Al consider the fantasy appeal of Michael Harris and a slew of other recent callups. They also anticipate when we might finally see Vinnie Pasquantino in Kansas City and Shane Baz back in Tampa Bay, and when Double-A standouts like Esteury Ruiz, Corbin Carroll and Eury Pérez might move up.Follow Zach on Twitter: @ZHBuchananFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al highlight the best waiver options in a week where there are fewer reasons to dip into one's FAB budget. They look at the potential shallow-league appeal of Edwin Ríos, Harrison Bader, William Contreras and Aaron Ashby, deep league hitters like Cal Mitchell and Nico Hoerner and streamable pitchers, including Jordan Lyles, Rich Hill and Nick Martinez.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Laghezza joins Beller and Al to break down some of the most interesting movers over the first two months of the season, including Vlad Jr., Justin Verlander and Spencer Torkelson.Follow John on Twitter: @MLBMovingAvgFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando and DVR are joined by Joel Piñeiro to discuss Tarik Skubal’s step forward, making changes to pitchers, Matt Manning’s early career struggles, how Joel builds a pitching staff, the early struggles of the 2022 rookie class, the benefits of winter ball, the new approach to managing pitcher workloads, the potential value of resetting as a hitter during a brief demotion, Triston McKenzie’s success dating back to the second half of last season, and more.Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Joel on Twitter: @jp3538 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al run through a busy slate of news items on this week's Prospect Tuesday, as they discuss the recent promotions of Nolan Gorman, Matthew Liberatore, Adley Rutschman and Roansy Contreras. They also anticipate when Edward Cabrera, Michael Busch and Miguel Vargas might make their major league debuts, and embark on their weekly level roundup, this time stopping at Class A.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al look at what a pair of Cardinals call-ups -- Nolan Gorman and Matthew Liberatore -- have to offer fantasy managers. They also consider some hitters besides Gorman to target in FAB, including MJ Melendez, Christian Walker and Christopher Morel. Tyler Anderson, Dane Dunning and Chris Archer are among the two-start pitchers discussed, and DVR and Al also look at the Yankees' and Tigers' bullpen situations,.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Beat Writer Thursday on The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast. On this episode, Kaitlyn McGrath (Blue Jays), Will Sammon (Brewers) and Aaron Gleeman (Twins) join Michael Beller to give us on-the-ground expertise on their respective teams.Follow Kaitlyn (Blue Jays) on Twitter: @kaitlyncmcgrathFollow Will (Brewers) on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Aaron (Twins) on Twitter: @AaronGleemanFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss etiquette when injuries occur after a trade is made, hidden value for deep leagues, Yusei Kikuchi's recent success, the long wait for Jarren Duran's next opportunity, Spencer Torkelson's struggles, and new potential closers in the Bronx and in Detroit. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beller joins Al on Prospect Tuesday for a discussion about the recent major league debuts of Chase Silseth, Alex Faedo, Ryan Pepiot and Michael Grove, and the chances of a debut for Astros pitching prospect Hunter Brown. They also look at a Red Sox righty who is dominating Double-A, and a number of players making an impact in High-A, including Cesar Prieto, Evan Carter and Gavin Williams.Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode one of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the fan experience may change: how going to games, watching games at home and how memorabilia is shifting from physical to digital. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al assess this week's group of waiver wire targets, and while it's not creating much buzz, they look at the appeal offered by several hitters, including Luke Voit, Josh Naylor, Alek Thomas and Brandon Drury. They also consider some pitchers for the longer haul, like George Kirby, Kyle Bradish and Reid Detmers, and some streaming options, including Drew Smyly, Daniel Lynch, Yusei Kikuchi and Jeffrey Springs.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Al and Nando consider whether the early rebounds from Christian Yelich, Gleyber Torres and DJ LeMahieu are sustainable, and they discuss their level of interest in Dodgers righty Ryan Pepiot in light of his Wednesday debut. They also determine which slow-starting players are worth dropping, including Trevor Story, Justin Turner, Charlie Morton and Trevor Rogers.Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBFollow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss Jo Adell’s future, Paul DeJong’s demotion and the expected opportunity for Nolan Gorman — the tough adjustment period for several rookies earlier this season — a new ‘Nando Guy’ in the Bronx, Leody Taveras’ path back to Texas, a reminder of how humbling fantasy baseball can be on a day-to-day basis, the Dodgers winning by too much for Craig Kimbrel to get saves, and more. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al revisit the debuts of George Kirby and Alek Thomas and look at an increasingly crowded Tigers rotation with the emergence of Alex Faedo and Joey Wentz. They also discuss the increasingly prominent fantasy profiles of Robert Hassell III and Michael Harris II. DVR and Al wind up with their weekly minor league level roundup, this time focusing on Double-A standouts like Moisés Gómez and Eury Pérez.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al break down a particularly busy week for sorting out waiver wire options, which features a number of recent and potential prospect call-ups, including Jose Miranda, Royce Lewis, MJ Melendez and George Kirby. They looked at the shallow-league appeal of Jameson Taillon and Glenn Otto, and considered some deeper-league hitting and pitching options as well, such as Edward Olivares, Yadiel Hernandez, Drew Smyly and Austin Gomber.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another beat writer day here on The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast. On this episode, we discuss Mariners with Corey Brock, Astros with Jake Kaplan, and White Sox with James Fegan.Follow Corey (Mariners) on Twitter: @CoreyBrockMLBFollow Jake (Astros) on Twitter: @jakemkaplanFollow James (White Sox) on Twitter: @JRFeganFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few names emerging on the dynasty league radar, Joey Votto v. Nelson Cruz as rebound candidates, sticking with highly-regarded prospects long after they have debuted, Jo Adell as a buy-low trade target, Jose Miranda's famous cousin, and if the Yankees' pitching staff has improved with Gary Sánchez in Minnesota. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al look into the fantasy relevance of several prospect call-ups, including the Twins' Jose Miranda and Josh Winder, and they discuss prospects with rising roster rates, led by Nolan Gorman and Corbin Carroll. The week's prospect roundup focuses on Triple-A standouts, including Royce Lewis, Vinnie Pasquantino and Matthew Liberatore.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al consider whether Taylor Ward, Brandon Marsh and Andrew Vaughn are worth adding in the shallowest of leagues and where more highly-available hitters like Joey Wendle and Santiago Espinal should be rostered. They also discuss the latest prospect call-up, Orioles righty Kyle Bradish, and other pitchers who could be added, such as Glenn Otto, Bruce Zimmermann and Jake Junis.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you get when you mix statistical stabilization points with the end of the first month of the baseball season. A mAprilstrom, of course. Nick Groke joins Beller and Al on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast to discuss which hot starts we can take at face value, and which ones we should look at dubiously.Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickgrokeFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the early-season value of long relievers like Keegan Thompson, why they may become less interesting as rosters shrink, Nando's fast start in the "Nap League", Nolan Gorman v. Jo Adell in long-term leagues, patience with Spencer Howard, and whether it's a good idea to target a few bats in Oakland for improved power production later this season. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this Prospect Tuesday edition of the show, DVR and Al consider Adley Rutschman's value for single-catcher redraft leagues, while also looking at the longer-term appeal of recently-demoted Bryson Stott and recently-promoted Richie Palacios. They peruse the Z-Contact% leaderboard for rookie pitchers, assess whether to stash Triston Casas, Nolan Gorman and Max Meyer, and discuss some Class A standouts, such as Pete Crow-Armstrong, Carson Williams and Kahlil Watson.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al explain whether it makes sense to pursue Jurickson Profar in FAB after his hot start, and they also look into other hitters on waivers, including Aaron Hicks, Taylor Ward, Tyler Wade and Cristian Pache., They also consider Paul Blackburn's surprising start, as well as the fantasy appeal of Tyler Anderson, Ross Stripling and two-start pitchers like Mitch Keller and Josh Fleming. Tanner Rainey, Hansel Robles and Dany Jiménez are among the relievers discussed for this week's bidding.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our first beat writer episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast this season, with Katie Woo checking in from St. Louis, and Steve Berman giving us the latest on the A's. Beller and Al wrap up the episode with a buy-sell-hold-based look at players who have gotten off to surprisingly strong starts over the first few weeks of the year.Follow Katie (Cardinals) on Twitter: @katiejwooFollow Steve (A's) on Twitter: @BASportsGuyFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the league-wide drop in offensive output and try to parse blame between a new baseball, the shortened spring training, and other factors. Plus, Mookie Betts' quiet start, Gerrit Cole, Luke Voit & Tyler Stephenson, Jameson Taillon's early value jump, and a big milestone for Ian. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al zero in on the major league debuts of three pitchers -- MacKenzie Gore, Nick Lodolo and Bryce Elder -- on Prospect Tuesday, and they consider the redraft league appeal of Grayson Rodriguez and Max Meyer. They also gauge their level of concern regarding Kevin Smith, Bobby Witt Jr.., Bryson Stott and other rookies who have possibly been a little too aggressive so far. Then they discuss the hot starts of Noelvi Marte, Robert Hassell III, Kyle Harrison, Owen White and a few other players who are beginning the season at High-A.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al consider whether the rush to add Steven Kwan from waivers has run its course, and they look at other possible hitters to add, including Connor Joe, Anthony Santander, Oscar Mercado and Owen Miller. They discuss how aggressively fantasy managers should bid on MacKenzie Gore and Kyle Wright, and sort out a number of bullpen options, such as Tanner Rainey, Dany Jiménez and Jake Diekman.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reliever guru Greg Jewett joins Beller and Al to discuss Ryan Pressly, Craig Kimbrel, HLRs, FAAB strategy and more on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball podcast.Follow Greg on Twitter: @gjewett9Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBFollow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this prospects edition of the show, DVR and Al consider the redraft league appeal of Matt Brash, Heliot Ramos and C.J. Abrams and discuss several trending players, including Steven Kwan, Kyle Wright, Jhoan Duran and Triston Casas. They also take a look at a number of intriguing players who are starting the season at Double-A, including this week's deep sleeper prospect from the Brewers system.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: [email protected] to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the fast start to Steven Kwan’s rookie campaign, life with baseball on TV around the clock, what they’re looking for in the early days of the new season, Ian’s concern about Michael Kopech, Jo Adell’s bumpy opening series, Jurickson Profar (!?), and very under-the-radar prospect that Nando is pursuing in Texas, and more. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.