Best Derek VanRiper Podcasts (2024)

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Britton Allan's Trip To The Mound w/Derek VanRiper | June 5th, 2024 58:30

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It's time for a trip to the mound with your main man from Tennessee Britton Allan (@brittonallan)! This time out Britton invites Derek VanRiper (@derekvanriper) from Rates & Barrels to join him for his trip to the mound. Britton uncovers DVR's secret life plus the two share their analysis on a bevy of players we're jonesing to get answers about. We…

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MLB 2024 Midseason Review Live Chat | June 28th, 2024 1:47:38

15h ago1:47:38

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The Friday Live Chat Show with an emphasis on looking at players through the scope of an MLB Midseason Review mindset. Michael Govier (@mjgovier) & Mike Virginia (@_MikeVA) carry the torches for our dedicated Pallazzo Pals! Our live chat was crushing it for this episode with their questions. The YouTube version of the show may be superior to the po…

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2024 Predictions Check-In, The Rangers & Reds Reach a Fork in the Road, and Pitching to Steven Kwan 1:11:33

1h ago1:11:33

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Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss Eno's story examining the long-term pitch velocity ceiling, how a few of their 2024 predictions are looking as the first half of the season comes to close, the Trade Deadline outlook for the Rangers and Reds, plus a game plan for pitching to Steven Kwan. Rundown 1:04 Where Was Trevor on the Night of August 5th, 2019? 4:4…

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Midseason Buy-High Considerations & Weekend Waiver Preview 1:00:57

11h ago1:00:57

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Eno and DVR discuss midseason buy-highs while taking a trip through the FanGraphs 2024 Player Rater. Plus, they discuss a few pickups to consider ahead of the weekend, including Jhonkensy Noel in Cleveland, Heston Kjerstad in his second stint with the O's this season, and David Festa joining the rotation for the Twins. Rundown 3:55 Gunnar Henderson…

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Prospects Power Hour: Double-A Promotions | June 24th, 2024 1:41:09

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Which minor league promotions to Double-A will reveal the secrets of the players who have what it takes to make it to The Show? Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben), Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) & Michael Govier (@mjgovier) cover all the latest Double-A promotions worth knowing about. This episode is for dynasty, prospects & minor league baseball l…

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The Outlook in Anaheim with Sam Blum 50:55

2d ago50:55

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Sam Blum of The Athletic joins Eno and DVR to discuss all things Angels, including the impact of manager Ron Washington during a challenging year, the overall direction of the club with Arte Moreno's decision to continue forward as owner, and the future of Mike Trout. Rundown 0:43 The Impact of Ron Washington on the 2024 Angels 7:23 Missed Opportun…

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Edwin Díaz's Sticky Stuff Ejection, Max Scherzer Returns, and Lowered Expectations 1:08:42

4d ago1:08:42

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Eno and DVR discuss another busy weekend of baseball that included a sticky-stuff ejection for Mets' closer Edwin Díaz, the return of Max Scherzer to the Rangers' rotation, more injuries in the Marlins' starting unit, Giancarlo Stanton's quietly strong season before a trip to the IL, and much more. Rundown 4:57 Edwin Díaz: Ejected for Sticky Substa…

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2024 MLB Mock Draft: Round 1 | June 21st, 2024 1:48:18

6d ago1:48:18

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Our 3rd annual MLB Mock Draft is here! Our MLB Draft overlord Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) alongside his pal Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) complete 38 selections in total which includes round 1 plus a few end of round supplemental picks. SUB our YouTube channel & Discord while making sure to follow us on social media @pallazzopodcast and ema…

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Fantasy Baseball Live Chat | June 21st, 2024 1:34:36

6d ago1:34:36

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The Friday live chat show featuring Michael Govier (@mjgovier) & Mike Virginia (@_MikeVA) is loaded with dozens of fantasy baseball goodies! Our live chat was crushing it for this episode with their questions. There are certainly a few discussions centering around players that you have on your roster or are considering adding from the waiver wire. …

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A Memorable Night at Rickwood Field, the 2024 Run Environment & Bequeathed Baserunners 1:02:57

7d ago1:02:57

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Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss a few takeaways from Thursday night's game between the Cardinals and Giants at Rickwood Field, the 2024 MLB run environment and try to determine why scoring has fallen back to 2022 levels despite rule changes implemented last season to increase offense. Plus, they look at deep split stats for starters and relievers to ta…

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Triple Play & Pallazzo Fantasy Baseball Crossover Extravaganza | June 18th, 2024 1:36:03

7d ago1:36:03

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Lock your doors! The Pallazzo Podcast & Triple Play Fantasy (@tripplayfantasy) are joining forces to bring you a bunch of opinions at the same time just like those crappy NFL pregame shows where there are 10 guys at one desk with only 10 seconds available for each of them to speak their minds before the commercials kick in. Actually, we are confide…

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The Greatness of Willie Mays, Gerrit Cole Returns & Another Surprise in Cleveland 1:09:14

8d ago1:09:14

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Eno and DVR discuss the greatness of Willie Mays following his passing at the age of 93 earlier this week. Plus, they take a look around the league at key injury news, including an opportunity in the Houston rotation with Justin Verlander's move to the IL, before checking in on minor-league news and notes, and a few early waiver-wire considerations…

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Prospects Power Hour: Promotions To AAA | June 17th, 2024 1:38:38

9d ago1:38:38

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Minor league promotions from AA to AAA may be the final piece of the puzzle for a player who is on the brink of unlocking his full potential. That's why Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) & Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) will cover all the latest triple-A promotions worth knowing about within all the minor league levels. This episode is for dynasty…

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Pat Hoberg, Parity in Mid-June, Tatis' Quiet Move Back Toward Stardom & Snoop in the Brewers' Booth 1:03:41

10d ago1:03:41

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Eno, Britt, and DVR discuss MLB's disciplinary action against umpire Pat Hoberg for violating the league's gambling rules, and Hoberg's ongoing appeal. Plus, they consider the parity with all but two teams in the National League within two games of a playoff position as play began Tuesday, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s bid to return to stardom with less fan…

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Impactful Injuries for the Dodgers, Tough June Hitter Rankings & The Weekend Shuffle 1:18:49

11d ago1:18:49

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Eno and DVR discuss a weekend packed with impactful injuries, a few tough hitters to rank as their "new" roles become more stable, Manny Machado's push to play through injuries this season, and fallout from the weekend roster shuffle in weekly leagues. Rundown 3:20 An Apology to Our Friends in Europe 8:46 Mookie Betts Suffers a Fractured Wrist 18:2…

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Baseball at Rickwood Field, Team Rebound Candidate & Game Planning for Luis Gil 1:07:35

14d ago1:07:35

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Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss historic Rickwood Field, ahead of next week's matchup between the Cardinals and Giants in Birmingham, teams with currently low playoff odds with a chance to rebound toward contention, and how they would approach hitting Yankees starter Luis Gil. Read More about the history of Rickwood Field in this SABR article from Clar…

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Searching for Buy-Low Bats, Banking on a Pablo López Bounce Back & Weekend Waiver Preview 1:04:21

15d ago1:04:21

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Eno and DVR search for buy-low bats and discussing the struggles of Austin Riley, Julio Rodríguez, and Dansby Swanson -- plus a group of hitters that may look like buy-low targets on the surface, but could underwhelm the rest of the way. Plus, they answer a few mailbag questions, and look ahead at potential pickups on the waiver wire this weekend. …

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The Top of the 2024 MLB Draft Class, Rookie Hitter Struggles & Prospect Risers w/Keith Law 1:04:34

16d ago1:04:34

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Keith Law joins DVR to discuss a few intriguing names near the top of 2024 draft boards including Charlie Condon v. Travis Bazzana and Chase Burns v. Hagen Smith. Plus, they discuss the sluggish starts for many position players at the big-league level, the early success of Jackson Merrill, the Pirates' next wave of pitching prospects behind Paul Sk…

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The Athletic's 2024 MLB Player Poll w/Katie Woo 55:45

16d ago55:45

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Katie Woo joins Eno and DVR to discuss several takeaways from The Athletic's 2024 MLB Player Poll including a few 'others receiving votes' for Baseball Player in Baseball behind Shohei Ohtani, the players' selections for 'most overrated' player, the organizations that have bad reputations among the players. Check out the full poll here ($): https:/…

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Prospects Power Hour: Call Me Up Maybe? | June 10th, 2024 1:30:36

19d ago1:30:36

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Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) & Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) try to make sense of the rash of prospect call-ups over the last week in MLB plus other possible call-ups still to come. This episode is for dynasty, prospects & minor league baseball lovers. From the International League to the Florida State league, the fellas have you covered! Pl…

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A Promotion-Filled Weekend, Maximizing Development & Chasing the Second Tier 1:02:41

18d ago1:02:41

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Eno and DVR discuss a promotion-filled weekend including the debuts of Hurston Waldrep, Adael Amador and Tyler Locklear, and the expected arrival of Carlos F. Rodriguez to the Milwaukee rotation this week. Plus, they look back at where the free-agent bids were directed over the weekend. Rundown 2:41 Hurston Waldrep's Debut Against the Nationals 8:0…

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I've Come To Bargain: Trade Targets & More | June 7th, 2024 1:26:12

22d ago1:26:12

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It's time to open the bargaining discussions for trade targets from both Michael Govier (@mjgovier) & Mike Virginia (@_MikeVA). Our live chat was crushing it for this episode with their questions & comments. There will certainly be a few that hit on some players that you roster as well. We're an independent show so we welcome your support! Sign up …

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MLB Returns to London, Paul Skenes v. Shohei Ohtani, A Fork in the Road for the Jays & Cubs 1:01:18

21d ago1:01:18

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Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss baseball's return to London for a two-game weekend series between the Phillies and Mets. An exciting matchup between Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani that took place in Pittsburgh earlier this week, how they would game plan trying to pitch to Ohtani, and two teams -- the Blue Jays and Cubs -- facing a critical stretch of sc…

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May Pitching Risers & Fallers, and Pitchers Waiting in the Wings 1:05:32

21d ago1:05:32

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Eno and DVR discuss some of the biggest risers and fallers among starting pitchers from April to May, over and underperformers compared to initial 2024 projections, pitching prospects closing in on opportunities to help their big-league clubs, and a few weekend waiver-wire targets to consider. Rundown 1:25 Stuff+ Risers From April to May 6:34 From …

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Prospects Power Hour: MLB Draft Analysis w/Sam Dykstra | June 5th, 2024 1:06:31

24d ago1:06:31

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Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) & Chad Simpson (@caochadTTV) have the distinct pleasure of breaking down the 2024 MLB Draft with Sam Dykstra (@samdykstramilb) from MLB Pipeline. The fellas also cover prospects across minor league baseball from a fantasy perspective. This episode is for dynasty, prospects & minor league baseball lovers. From the Inte…

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Prospects Power Hour: Hot AA Teams | June 4th, 2024 2:09:10

25d ago2:09:10

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Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1), Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) & eventually Michael Govier (@mjgovier) check in on the hot baseball teams at the AA level. In addition the fellas review the players who are responsible for fueling these hot minor league teams. This episode is for dynasty, prospects & minor league baseball lovers. From the Interna…

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A Lifetime Ban, May Hitting Risers & Fallers, and The Shape of a Season 1:23:15

25d ago1:23:15

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Eno and DVR discuss a round of suspensions from MLB for gambling -- including a lifetime ban for Tucupita Marcano, before looking at some of the biggest risers and fallers among hitters from April to May. Rundown 1:00 Tucupita Marcano: Lifetime Ban for Betting on Baseball 16:47 Biggest Shifts in Hitter Performance: April v. May 22:01 Risers From Ap…

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Tough Decisions, Staying Ahead of Second-Half Fades & Starting Pitchers We're Worried About 1:12:57

26d ago1:12:57

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Eno and DVR discuss tough in-season decisions for the Tigers (Spencer Torkelson's demotion) and Twins (Edouard Julien's demotion), and the promotion of Connor Norby, before considering the factors to account for when trying to move on from pitchers that have performed very well during the first two months of the season. Rundown 1:48 Spencer Torkels…

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Two Little Mice Player Battles | May 31st, 2024 1:44:22

29d ago1:44:22

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Which players are better than others & why is that the case? Michael Govier (@mjgovier) & Mike Virginia (@_MikeVA) dissect several baseball players pitted against each other for fantasy baseball supremacy. Plus there are tons of live chat questions that are definitely going to be of interest to most of you. We're an independent show so we welcome y…

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Making Sense of Atlanta's Step Back at the Plate, Career-Shaping Opportunities & One-Hit Wonders 1:10:20

29d ago1:10:20

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Eno, DVR, and Trevor analyze the surprising step back for the Atlanta lineup through the first two months of 2024, and discuss players at pivotal points in their careers with a limited window to secure their future role. Plus, they'll take live questions from viewers throughout the show! Rundown 1:33 More Changes From the Mets; Christian Scott & Br…

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Britton Allan's Trip To The Mound w/Justin Mason | May 30th, 2024 55:39

30d ago55:39

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It's time for a trip to the mound with your main man from Tennessee Britton Allan (@brittonallan)! This episode features the man for all baseball seasons Justin Mason as the fellas offer up options to help reduce the swelling your rosters have taken on due to all the injuries ravaging MLB. We're an independent show so we welcome your support! Sign …

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Starting Pitcher Fallers, Prospect News & Weekend Waiver Preview 1:05:05

1M ago1:05:05

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Eno and DVR discuss the news that MLB has integrated stats from the Negro Leagues into its official records, a bad day for the Mets, fallers from Eno's latest Starting Pitcher Rankings update, prospect news, and a few names to consider as waiver-wire targets this weekend. Rundown 1:18 Negro League Stats Added to MLB's Official Records 7:06 An Event…

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Prospects Power Hour: Hot AAA Teams & College Tourney | May 27th, 2024 1:53:17

1M ago1:53:17

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Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) & Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) check in on the college baseball tournament field for 2024. Which names do you need to know & why? In addition the fellas review the best AAA teams to see who's making them so good. At this point in the season a player is who they are for the most part. This episode is for dynasty,…

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Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Second ACL Tear, Carroll Questions & May Starting Pitcher Risers 1:18:08

1M ago1:18:08

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Eno and DVR discuss a brutal diagnosis for Ronald Acuña Jr., who suffered another torn ACL over the weekend. Plus, they consider the ongoing struggles of Corbin Carroll, Ángel Hernández's abrupt retirement, and a few May risers from Eno's updated Starting Pitcher Rankings. Rundown 2:06 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s 2024 Season Ends with Another Torn ACL 10:43…

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Memorial Day Weekend Checkpoint | May 24th, 2024 1:58:14

1M ago1:58:14

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The 2024 fantasy baseball season has reached the Memorial Day weekend checkpoint. Michael Govier (@mjgovier), Britton Allan (@brittonallan) & Mike Virginia (@_MikeVA) scour the fantasy baseball landscape to provide you with all the player analysis, trends & strategy tips they can muster. We're an independent show so we welcome your support! Sign up…

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Fantasy Baseball Doomscroll w/Frank Ammirante | May 21st, 2024 1:15:34

1M ago1:15:34

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Are you familiar with the fantasy baseball subreddit? If not, get ready to explore this fascinating world with special guest Frank Ammirante (@FAmmiranteTFJ)! Michael Govier (@mjgovier) joins Frank for this unique chance to get dozens of answers on player trades, adds & drops based on the questions in the subreddit. Please SUB our YouTube channel &…

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Tipping Pitches, Best Strikeouts We've Seen & A Case For Massive Expansion 1:06:27

1M ago1:06:27

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Eno, DVR and Trevor go live at 1p ET/10a PT to discuss pitch tipping, the 'fighters' we did not choose last week and their long-term outlook -- Tanner Bibee, Kyle Harrison, Hunter Greene, Taj Bradley, and Christian Scott -- the best strikeouts they have seen so far this season, and a case for massive expansion that would completely change baseball …

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Playing the Long Game with Stars, The Aging Curve & Delayed Breakouts 1:16:39

1M ago1:16:39

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Eno and DVR discuss aging stars whose long-term value might be on the cusp of falling, as well as a few players to target despite an overall body of work that leaves something to be desired. Rundown 10:07 Freddie Freeman Is the Power & Speed Drop a Sign of Things to Come? 18:02 Marcus Semien & Nearly Impossible Durability 23:12 Jose Altuve & Extrem…

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A Break for Edwin Díaz, Buying A Luis Gil Breakout & Leveraging Pitching Depth 1:13:38

1M ago1:13:38

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Eno and DVR discuss Garrett Whitlock's injury and the prolonged opportunity for Cooper Criswell in the Red Sox's rotation, expectations for Edwin Díaz's break from the closer role, Luis Gil's impressive stretch to begin 2024, ways to consider leveraging pitching depth, where the money went this weekend, a few frequently dropped players from the wee…

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MLB Draft Preview w/Carlos Collazo | May 20th, 2024 1:38:43

1M ago1:38:43

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It's that time of year again! Our pal from Baseball America Carlos Collazo (@carlosACollazo) who knows as much about the MLB Draft as anybody joins us to dissect the players expected to be drafted in July. Michael Govier (@mjgovier), Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) & Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) pepper Carlos with questions about this year's M…

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Stuff+, the latest on bat tracking stats and making your mark Max Bay 52:52

1M ago52:52

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Eno is joined by co-parent of Stuff+ and former member of the Houston Astros' analytics department Max Bay. The guys dive into the state of analytics in the sport... Rundown: 4:09 - The past, present and future of Stuff+ 29:45 - How should we be using the new bat tracking data 41:44 - How can people who want to get into baseball analytics for a tea…

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Sell High? Buy Low? | May 17th, 2024 1:44:20

1M ago1:44:20

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Michael Govier (@mjgovier) & Britton Allan (@brittonallan) are on the scene doing their thing which means this week they're focusing on players to sell high and/or to buy low on. Our live chat continues to be one of the smartest places in fantasy baseball, but the newcomer is the most important person in our live chat. Newcomers are always welcome!…

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Elly's Pursuit of 100 Steals, Bat Tracking in Scouting Reports & Choose Your Fighter, SP Edition 1:06:20

1M ago1:06:20

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Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss Elly De La Cruz's bid for 100-steal season, how bat tracking info could be used to supplement scouting reports and game plans against hitters, and their choices from a group of a dozen starting pitchers in an effort to project the next few seasons. Rundown 1:06 Keeping a Good Receipt (Don't Worry, We Keep The Bad Ones To…

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Opportunity in San Francisco, Struggling Pitching Prospects & Weekend Waiver Targets 1:09:13

1M ago1:09:13

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Eno and DVR discuss Ronel Blanco's sticky-stuff suspension, Austin Riley's quiet start and recent injury, another opportunity for Luis Matos in San Francisco, and the bullpen woes of the Cubs before digging into the early struggles of many prospect pitchers, and a few waiver-wire targets to consider as the weekend approaches. Rundown 1:29 Ronel Bla…

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2024 Struggle Bus: Minor League Pitchers | May 13th, 2024 1:38:08

2M ago1:38:08

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Which struggling minor league prospect pitchers are just in a slump & which ones may be worse off than that? Time to find out who they are & why they're performing poorly to start 2024. Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) & Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben) will be your sherpas up the dynasty fantasy baseball pitching mountain. Keeper leagues matter he…

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A Closer Look at the Ways to Preserve Starting Pitchers 1:01:55

2M ago1:01:55

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Eno, DVR and Britt discuss baseball's aim to preserve starting pitchers. How much of a problem is the current use of starting pitchers compared to the past? With injury rates on the rise, what rule changes and tweaks make sense? Will small changes to move the game slightly in the direction of previous era's pitcher usage cause other problems? Plus,…

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How We're Using Statcast's New Bat Tracking & Bat Speed Leaderboards 1:14:32

2M ago1:14:32

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Eno and DVR discuss Paul Skenes' MLB debut against the Cubs before digging into ways they are utilizing the new bat tracking and bat speed leaderboards from Statcast, including a few players to consider targeting via trade. Rundown 1:45 Takeaways From Paul Skenes' Debut & Unexpected Comp 13:39 New Bat Tracking & Bat Speed Leaderboards from Statcast…

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Drop, Trade Or Stash? | May 10th, 2024 1:20:17

2M ago1:20:17

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Michael Govier (@mjgovier) goes solo for this one in a freeform episode filled with lots of live chat activity including questions & advice. Our live chatters are as sharp as any crew in the podcast game! Lock it in! We're an independent show so we welcome your support! Sign up for our FREE Discord! You can ask Govier to write you a song or go even…

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What Makes a Pitcher Role Change Work & Who Might Be Next to Move? 1:08:12

2M ago1:08:12

1:08:12

Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss an all-time no-hitter jinx, Willson Contreras' injury and the sharp increase in catcher's interference around baseball, pitchers going through role changes in 2024 -- and who they would like to see make a switch in the future -- plus their game plan for hitters facing Pirates pitcher Jared Jones. Rundown 1:30 An All-Time…

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Paul Skenes Gets the Call, Tyler Black Demoted & A Rays' Rotation Shuffle 1:11:47

2M ago1:11:47

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Eno and DVR discuss the highly-anticipated debut of Paul Skenes, set for Saturday against the Cubs, before digging into a deep list of news items including an injury for Christian Encarnacion-Strand, a quick return to Nashville for Tyler Black following Christian Yelich's activation from the IL, Taj Bradley's return to health, and the triumphant re…

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