A Search for Acuña's Missing Power, Strength of Schedule & Waiver Targets

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Eno and DVR discuss several news items including a trip to the IL for Grayson Rodriguez, the return of two other Baltimore starters, more knee trouble for Byron Buxton, and several rehabbing pitchers. Plus, they examine the missing power from Ronald Acuña Jr. this season, strength of schedule considerations, and several players to consider as waiver-wire targets as the weekend approaches.

Rundown

4:53 News & Notes: Grayson Rodriguez, John Means, Byron Buxton

12:48 Suspensions & Rehab Updates: Shane Baz, Taj Bradley & Walker Buehler

20:11 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Currently Missing Power

25:13 Factors to Consider in Strength of Schedule

30:52 Fluctuations in Lineup Quality Due to Absences

35:08 Toughest Stuff+ Faced This Season

41:57 Project Prospect: Tyler Black, Jordan Beck, Jackson Jobe, Paul Skenes & Heston Kjerstad

57:24 Weekend Waiver Preview: Wenceel Pérez, Nick Senzel, Jacob Young & Pitching Darts/Matchup Plays

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