Derek VanRiper shares the changes coming to The Athletic's fantasy baseball podcasts for the 2023 season.Join us in the expanding Rates &amp; Barrels feeds using the links below, or wherever you enjoy podcasts!Apple: bit.ly/AppleRandBSpotify: bit.ly/SpotifyRandBYouTube: bit.ly/YTRandB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek VanRiper shares the changes coming to The Athletic's fantasy baseball podcasts for the 2023 season. Join us in the expanding Rates &amp; Barrels feeds using the links below, or wherever you enjoy podcasts! Apple: <a href="http://bit.ly/AppleRandB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AppleRandB</a>Spotify: <a href="http://bit.ly/SpotifyRandB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/SpotifyRandB</a>YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/YTRandB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/YTRandB</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

A Programming Update for 2023

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss Aaron Judge's return to the Bronx with a nine-year deal that paves the way for him to remain a career Yankee, the frenzy of activity around this year's Winter Meetings, how varying front-office strategies, like varying fantasy baseball strategies, make the game more fun, whether a five-year deal for Jacob deGrom should make us more confident in his chances of a healthy season in 2023, several mid-round values in early drafts, and an important update about the show. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss Aaron Judge's return to the Bronx with a nine-year deal that paves the way for him to remain a career Yankee, the frenzy of activity around this year's Winter Meetings, how varying front-office strategies, like varying fantasy baseball strategies, make the game more fun, whether a five-year deal for Jacob deGrom should make us more confident in his chances of a healthy season in 2023, several mid-round values in early drafts, and an important update about the show.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Under the Radarrrrrr Series Finale

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the end of a very successful 2022 fantasy baseball season, and a few takeaways from things that ultimately went right, before going on hiatus during the playoffs. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the end of a very successful 2022 fantasy baseball season, and a few takeaways from things that ultimately went right, before going on hiatus during the playoffs.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Putting a Bow on the 2022 Fantasy Baseball Season

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a variety of topics including a potential late-season loophole in keeper leagues, a pair of rapidly-rising pitchers in the minors, trying to navigate the final days of the season while chasing a championship, Josh Jung, and staying patient with CJ Abrams. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a variety of topics including a potential late-season loophole in keeper leagues, a pair of rapidly-rising pitchers in the minors, trying to navigate the final days of the season while chasing a championship, Josh Jung, and staying patient with CJ Abrams.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Late Loopholes, Navigating the Endgame & Staying Patient

DVR and Al share their takeaways from the 2022 fantasy baseball season. The steady stream of prospect promotions was one of the distinguishing features of this season, and DVR and Al consider whether this is now a lasting part of baseball's landscape, and they focus on some surprisingly impactful rookies, including Vinnie Pasquantino and Spencer Strider. They also discuss how they view this season's scarcity of players with 20-plus saves and 20-plus homers, and how they plan to approach drafting for steals in 2023 drafts.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al share their takeaways from the 2022 fantasy baseball season. The steady stream of prospect promotions was one of the distinguishing features of this season, and DVR and Al consider whether this is now a lasting part of baseball's landscape, and they focus on some surprisingly impactful rookies, including Vinnie Pasquantino and Spencer Strider. They also discuss how they view this season's scarcity of players with 20-plus saves and 20-plus homers, and how they plan to approach drafting for steals in 2023 drafts. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Takeaways From the 2022 Fantasy Baseball Season

For the last time during the 2022 season, DVR and Al take a look at the waiver wire options for the coming weekend. They discuss how much recent callups Ezequiel Tovar and Jordan Diaz could help fantasy managers, and they consider the types of leagues where Harrison Bader, Carlos Santana, Taylor Ward and Nate Eaton are worth adding. Luis Ortiz, Drey Jameson, Hayden Wesneski and Cody Morris are among the starting pitchers discussed, and DVR and Al then consider whether there are still any relievers worth adding for the final scoring period.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the last time during the 2022 season, DVR and Al take a look at the waiver wire options for the coming weekend. They discuss how much recent callups Ezequiel Tovar and Jordan Diaz could help fantasy managers, and they consider the types of leagues where Harrison Bader, Carlos Santana, Taylor Ward and Nate Eaton are worth adding. Luis Ortiz, Drey Jameson, Hayden Wesneski and Cody Morris are among the starting pitchers discussed, and DVR and Al then consider whether there are still any relievers worth adding for the final scoring period. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

The Final Waiver Wire Show for 2022

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few late-season surprises -- including Bubba Thompson's massive contributions as a source of stolen bases -- the incredible Adolis García follow-up, Eloy Jiménez's ceiling and 2023 appeal, gut reactions on 'liking v. not liking' a player, and Aaron Judge reaches the 60-homer milestone. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few late-season surprises -- including Bubba Thompson's massive contributions as a source of stolen bases -- the incredible Adolis García follow-up, Eloy Jiménez's ceiling and 2023 appeal, gut reactions on 'liking v. not liking' a player, and Aaron Judge reaches the 60-homer milestone.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Late-Season Surprises, Tipping the Cap, Eloy's Ceiling & Feats of Judge

DVR and Al take a look at the hitters who had the largest year-to-year increases and decreases in their barrel rates. Among the top risers discussed are Aaron Judge, Yordan Alvarez, Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Christian Walker, while Ronald Acuña Jr., George Springer, Tyler O'Neill and Avisaíl García are some of the fallers considered.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al take a look at the hitters who had the largest year-to-year increases and decreases in their barrel rates. Among the top risers discussed are Aaron Judge, Yordan Alvarez, Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Christian Walker, while Ronald Acuña Jr., George Springer, Tyler O'Neill and Avisaíl García are some of the fallers considered. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Making Sense of 2022's Hitter Barrel Rate Risers and Fallers

DVR and Al break down the FAB options on this penultimate waiver wire episode. They discuss recent callups Josh Jung and Mark Vientos, as well as the Rockies' possible callup for Ezequiel Tovar. They also discuss Elvis Andrus' remarkable comeback and several outfielders and catchers who may still be free agents. Brayan Bello, Ryne Nelson and Drey Jameson are among the free agent pitching options, and DVR and Al also consider some starters in the Orioles' and Cubs' rotations. They finish up with an update on the Rays' and Marlins' closer situations.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al break down the FAB options on this penultimate waiver wire episode. They discuss recent callups Josh Jung and Mark Vientos, as well as the Rockies' possible callup for Ezequiel Tovar. They also discuss Elvis Andrus' remarkable comeback and several outfielders and catchers who may still be free agents. Brayan Bello, Ryne Nelson and Drey Jameson are among the free agent pitching options, and DVR and Al also consider some starters in the Orioles' and Cubs' rotations. They finish up with an update on the Rays' and Marlins' closer situations. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBEmail us: fantasypods@theathletic.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Waiver Wire Options for Week 25

Mark Kotsay

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss rebelling relievers, George Washington taking the side of Mark Kotsay, growing excitement for the playoffs, Michael Harris II's soaring stock, tightly clustered wins, the growing case for working with a co-manager, and another gem from D-backs rookie Ryne Nelson. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss rebelling relievers, George Washington taking the side of Mark Kotsay, growing excitement for the playoffs, Michael Harris II's soaring stock, tightly clustered wins, the growing case for working with a co-manager, and another gem from D-backs rookie Ryne Nelson.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to our YouTube channel: <a href="http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/AthleticFantasy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

 The General Has Mark Kotsay's Back!

Get the award-winning strategies, insight and analysis you need to win your league, every week. From high-stakes secrets to deep dynasty maneuvers, and everything in between, The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast has you covered with the analysis of Derek VanRiper, Nando Di Fino, Michael Beller, Ian Kahn and Al Melchior.

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The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast

Rundown3:37 Blake Snell Takes the Top 50's Biggest Fall6:19 Justin Verlander Also Takes a Fall10:35 Yordan Alvarez Drops Half a Round15:49 Clayton Kershaw Is the Top 50's Greatest Riser22:09 Ketel Marte and a Trend at Second Base29:53 The Guys Wax Poetic on Keston Hiura34:48 Yankees Outfielders Lead the Top-100 Fallers37:12 Finding a Spot for Miguel Andujar's Bat41:14 Why is Victor Robles Falling?48:08 A Difference of Opinion on Jose Berrios' CeilingFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerGet a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 3:37 Blake Snell Takes the Top 50's Biggest Fall 6:19 Justin Verlander Also Takes a Fall 10:35 Yordan Alvarez Drops Half a Round 15:49 Clayton Kershaw Is the Top 50's Greatest Riser 22:09 Ketel Marte and a Trend at Second Base 29:53 The Guys Wax Poetic on Keston Hiura 34:48 Yankees Outfielders Lead the Top-100 Fallers 37:12 Finding a Spot for Miguel Andujar's Bat 41:14 Why is Victor Robles Falling? 48:08 A Difference of Opinion on Jose Berrios' Ceiling Follow Derek on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/derekvanriper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DerekVanRiper</a> Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a>Get a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/34a3a61a-6932-4cb9-a5b8-56e7a5401446/episodes/theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

March and April Risers and Fallers

Rundown2:01 Draft Champions League Basics13:47 Walker Buehler at No. 7 Overall!?18:09 Waiting on Starting Pitching23:59 Bo Bichette, Third-Round Pick28:47 Luzardo &amp; Urías Move Up (Again)35:02 Building From First Overall39:50 Building From 15th Overall48:28 What If Gavin Lux Had a Guaranteed Role?Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Matt on Twitter: @ctmbaseballGet a 40% off a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 2:01 Draft Champions League Basics 13:47 Walker Buehler at No. 7 Overall!? 18:09 Waiting on Starting Pitching 23:59 Bo Bichette, Third-Round Pick 28:47 Luzardo &amp; Urías Move Up (Again) 35:02 Building From First Overall 39:50 Building From 15th Overall 48:28 What If Gavin Lux Had a Guaranteed Role? Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Matt on Twitter: @ctmbaseballGet a 40% off a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: <a href="http://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

There Goes Bo

Scott Pianowski

Rundown2:03 Drafts vs. Auctions5:12 Approach in Tout9:21 The Strength of Patience12:10 Auctioning in Person vs. Online15:00 Clayton Kershaw and Kyle Hendricks18:27 Dodgers' Depth and David Price23:25 Paul DeJong and Other Values28:30 What Are We Doing During the Sports Hiatus?32:00 Music and Baseball TossupsFollow Scott on Twitter: @scott_pianowskiFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 2:03 Drafts vs. Auctions 5:12 Approach in Tout 9:21 The Strength of Patience 12:10 Auctioning in Person vs. Online 15:00 Clayton Kershaw and Kyle Hendricks 18:27 Dodgers' Depth and David Price 23:25 Paul DeJong and Other Values 28:30 What Are We Doing During the Sports Hiatus? 32:00 Music and Baseball TossupsFollow Scott on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/scott_pianowski" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@scott_pianowski</a> Follow Derek on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/34a3a61a-6932-4cb9-a5b8-56e7a5401446/episodes/twitter.com/derekvanriper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DerekVanRiper</a> Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/34a3a61a-6932-4cb9-a5b8-56e7a5401446/episodes/twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a>Get full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Evaluating Recent Drafts and Auctions with Scott Pianowski

Rundown4:32 Baseball Pod Bracket11:02 OOTP Wheeling and Dealing15:46 Did We Overlook Josh Naylor?23:17 Franklin Barreto vs. Jorge Mateo27:08 More Frustration with Astros' Handling of Kyle Tucker33:50 The Strat-O-Matic 2020 Sim40:53 A Scouting Report on Ian's Draft Tendencies47:06 Does Jerry Maguire Hold Up?Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a 40% off a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 4:32 Baseball Pod Bracket 11:02 OOTP Wheeling and Dealing 15:46 Did We Overlook Josh Naylor? 23:17 Franklin Barreto vs. Jorge Mateo 27:08 More Frustration with Astros' Handling of Kyle Tucker 33:50 The Strat-O-Matic 2020 Sim 40:53 A Scouting Report on Ian's Draft Tendencies 47:06 Does Jerry Maguire Hold Up? Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a 40% off a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: <a href="http://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ian's Scouting Report

Rundown1:02 Dealing with Johnny Midwest4:44 Signing Puig in the OOTP Simulation10:37 Ian Pushes More Chips In18:05 The MLB Arizona Plan26:06 Appreciation for 'Some Good News'33:04 Mailbag Dynasty Question42:56 Nando's Barber Shop49:28 Several Questions for IanFollow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a 90-day free trial to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 1:02 Dealing with Johnny Midwest 4:44 Signing Puig in the OOTP Simulation 10:37 Ian Pushes More Chips In 18:05 The MLB Arizona Plan 26:06 Appreciation for 'Some Good News' 33:04 Mailbag Dynasty Question 42:56 Nando's Barber Shop 49:28 Several Questions for Ian Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a 90-day free trial to The Athletic by visiting: <a href="theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

The Arizona Plan & Self Haircuts

Rundown2:02 Changing Live Draft Plans12:47 Buying Franklin Barreto?17:49 Opportunity for Darin Ruf in San Francisco?22:52 Randy Arozarena's Paths to PT in Tampa Bay27:17 Making Sense of the Cleveland Outfield34:00 When to Draft Prospects in Keeper Leagues43:01 Can Chris Davis Put It Back Together?46:55 Felix Hernandez in Atlanta53:00 The Yankees Have to Play Clint Frazier57:06 A Sleeper for Saves in Texas?Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: podcasts@theathletic.com, use subject line "Under the Radar"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 2:02 Changing Live Draft Plans 12:47 Buying Franklin Barreto? 17:49 Opportunity for Darin Ruf in San Francisco? 22:52 Randy Arozarena's Paths to PT in Tampa Bay 27:17 Making Sense of the Cleveland Outfield 34:00 When to Draft Prospects in Keeper Leagues 43:01 Can Chris Davis Put It Back Together? 46:55 Felix Hernandez in Atlanta 53:00 The Yankees Have to Play Clint Frazier 57:06 A Sleeper for Saves in Texas? Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: podcasts@theathletic.com, use subject line "Under the Radar" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Changing Plans & Spring Surprises

Rundown1:04 Finding Ways to Replace Opening Day8:44 Explaining The Athletic's Out of the Park League9:33 Beller's Strategy for Running the Cubs12:04 Beller's Belief in Kris Bryant as an MVP Candidate16:30 Figuring Out Second Base for the Cubs19:49 Ian Happ Ready to Be a Regular22:48 Concerns with Jose Quintana and Jon Lester; Hope for Tyler Chatwood?31:24 DVR's Fun Foundation in San Diego36:24 How Will DVR Fill the Padres' Outfield Alongside Tommy Pham?38:35 Who's the X-Factor for the Padres?41:02 Setting Team Strategies and TacticsStrat-O-Matic's 2020 SimulationFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 1:04 Finding Ways to Replace Opening Day 8:44 Explaining The Athletic's Out of the Park League 9:33 Beller's Strategy for Running the Cubs 12:04 Beller's Belief in Kris Bryant as an MVP Candidate 16:30 Figuring Out Second Base for the Cubs 19:49 Ian Happ Ready to Be a Regular 22:48 Concerns with Jose Quintana and Jon Lester; Hope for Tyler Chatwood? 31:24 DVR's Fun Foundation in San Diego 36:24 How Will DVR Fill the Padres' Outfield Alongside Tommy Pham? 38:35 Who's the X-Factor for the Padres? 41:02 Setting Team Strategies and Tactics <a href="http://www.strat-o-matic.com/2020-season-simulation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Strat-O-Matic's 2020 Simulation</a> Follow Derek on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/derekvanriper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DerekVanRiper</a> Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a>Get full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Filling the Baseball Void with Simulations

Rundown3:48 Altered Plans12:57 Best Ball Drafts to Escape?19:59 Tout Wars H2H &amp; Mixed Auction Reviews24:38 Nominating with Purpose32:29 Yoan Moncada Discounts42:15 Similarities in Ian's Squad &amp; DVR's Squad51:20 Another Escape Option: Out of the Park57:40 Buying Luke VoitFollow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 3:48 Altered Plans 12:57 Best Ball Drafts to Escape? 19:59 Tout Wars H2H &amp; Mixed Auction Reviews 24:38 Nominating with Purpose 32:29 Yoan Moncada Discounts 42:15 Similarities in Ian's Squad &amp; DVR's Squad 51:20 Another Escape Option: Out of the Park 57:40 Buying Luke Voit Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Finding Escapes & Tout Wars Auction Thoughts

Rundown0:32 The Dodgers' Depth is a Strength, but Also a Headache for Fantasy Owners7:47 Taking a Look at the Diamondbacks' Rotation and Jake Lamb12:15 Questions for the Padres at Second Base and in the Outfield19:41 Can Billy Hamilton Earn Regular Playing Time in San Francisco? And Who Closes for This Team?27:32 A Battle at Second Base in ColoradoFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Pedro (Dodgers) on Twitter: @pedromouraFollow Zach (Diamondbacks) on Twitter: @ZHBuchananFollow Dennis (Padres) on Twitter: @dennistlinFollow Grant (Giants) on Twitter: @GrantBrisbeeFollow Nick (Rockies) on Twitter: @nickgrokeGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 0:32 The Dodgers' Depth is a Strength, but Also a Headache for Fantasy Owners 7:47 Taking a Look at the Diamondbacks' Rotation and Jake Lamb 12:15 Questions for the Padres at Second Base and in the Outfield 19:41 Can Billy Hamilton Earn Regular Playing Time in San Francisco? And Who Closes for This Team? 27:32 A Battle at Second Base in Colorado Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a> Follow Pedro (Dodgers) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/pedromoura" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@pedromoura</a> Follow Zach (Diamondbacks) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/zhbuchanan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ZHBuchanan</a> Follow Dennis (Padres) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/dennistlin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dennistlin</a> Follow Grant (Giants) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/grantbrisbee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@GrantBrisbee</a> Follow Nick (Rockies) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/nickgroke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@nickgroke</a>Get full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

NL West Position Battles

Rundown3:03 The Challenges of Building a Fantasy Team in the Current Moment8:34 Beller Dove in on Kris Bryant and Mike Trout Early13:21 The Importance of Nomination Order16:01 Pete Alonso vs. Rhys Hoskins21:46 Looking at DVR's Team27:20 Lack of Aggressiveness in the Room31:26 Pricing on Acuña, Trout and Yelich34:49 Picking on the Ends of a Draft40:00 Surprising Price on Julio Urîas42:24 Beller's a Big Tim Anderson Fan44:21 Which Players Do We Wish We Went +1 On?Auction results: https://rtsports.com/triple-crown-mixedFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerGet a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 3:03 The Challenges of Building a Fantasy Team in the Current Moment 8:34 Beller Dove in on Kris Bryant and Mike Trout Early 13:21 The Importance of Nomination Order 16:01 Pete Alonso vs. Rhys Hoskins 21:46 Looking at DVR's Team 27:20 Lack of Aggressiveness in the Room 31:26 Pricing on Acuña, Trout and Yelich 34:49 Picking on the Ends of a Draft 40:00 Surprising Price on Julio Urîas 42:24 Beller's a Big Tim Anderson Fan 44:21 Which Players Do We Wish We Went +1 On? Auction results: <a href="https://rtsports.com/triple-crown-mixed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://rtsports.com/triple-crown-mixed</a>Follow Derek on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/34a3a61a-6932-4cb9-a5b8-56e7a5401446/episodes/twitter.com/derekvanriper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DerekVanRiper</a> Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/34a3a61a-6932-4cb9-a5b8-56e7a5401446/episodes/twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a>Get a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/34a3a61a-6932-4cb9-a5b8-56e7a5401446/episodes/theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Breaking Down the Triple Crown Mixed League Auction

Rundown0:30 Cubs Battles in the Rotation and at Second Base8:18 The Reds' Outfield Logjam14:57 Dylan Carlson, Tyler O'Neill and the Cardinals' Crowded Outfield22:47 How Will Craig Counsell Mix and Match the Brewers' Movable Pieces?30:39 Pirates Wrap up the NL CentralFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Patrick (Cubs) on Twitter: @PJ_MooneyFollow Trent (Reds) on Twitter: @ctrentFollow Mark (Cardinals) on Twitter: @markasaxonFollow Will (Brewers) on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Rob (Pirates) on Twitter: @RobBiertempfelGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 0:30 Cubs Battles in the Rotation and at Second Base 8:18 The Reds' Outfield Logjam 14:57 Dylan Carlson, Tyler O'Neill and the Cardinals' Crowded Outfield 22:47 How Will Craig Counsell Mix and Match the Brewers' Movable Pieces? 30:39 Pirates Wrap up the NL Central Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a> Follow Patrick (Cubs) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/pj_mooney" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@PJ_Mooney</a> Follow Trent (Reds) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/ctrent" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ctrent</a> Follow Mark (Cardinals) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/markasaxon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@markasaxon</a> Follow Will (Brewers) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/willsammon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@WillSammon</a> Follow Rob (Pirates) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/robbiertempfel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@RobBiertempfel</a>Get full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

NL Central Position Battles

Rundown1:40 OOTP Update7:13 Did We Overlook Adam Haseley?13:16 It's Just Like Watching Golf17:16 Ranking Padres in Dynasty Leagues22:40 Does Ian Know DVR's Dog's Name?31:30 Michael Brantley is Still Underrated39:18 Preferred Reds Combo45:24 How Often Does Ian Eat Breakfast?Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/free90days  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 1:40 OOTP Update 7:13 Did We Overlook Adam Haseley? 13:16 It's Just Like Watching Golf 17:16 Ranking Padres in Dynasty Leagues 22:40 Does Ian Know DVR's Dog's Name? 31:30 Michael Brantley is Still Underrated 39:18 Preferred Reds Combo 45:24 How Often Does Ian Eat Breakfast? Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: <a href="https://theathletic.com/free90days" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/free90days</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Step Right Under the Radar

Rundown0:47 A Pure Platoon at First for the Nationals?4:42 Who Sticks in Atlanta's Outfield with Ronald Acuña and Marcell Ozuna?9:37 Can J.D. Davis Be an Everyday Player for the Mets?13:36 Will Vince Velasquez or Nick Pivetta Be the Phillies' Fifth Starter?17:20 Breaking Down the Unsettled Right Field Spot in MiamiFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Britt (Nationals) on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow David (Braves) on Twitter: @DOBrienATLFollow Tim (Mets) on Twitter: @TimBrittonFollow Meghan (Phillies) on Twitter: @M_MontemurroFollow Andre (Marlins) on Twitter: @FernandezAndreCGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 0:47 A Pure Platoon at First for the Nationals? 4:42 Who Sticks in Atlanta's Outfield with Ronald Acuña and Marcell Ozuna? 9:37 Can J.D. Davis Be an Everyday Player for the Mets? 13:36 Will Vince Velasquez or Nick Pivetta Be the Phillies' Fifth Starter? 17:20 Breaking Down the Unsettled Right Field Spot in Miami Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a> Follow Britt (Nationals) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/Britt_Ghiroli" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Britt_Ghiroli</a> Follow David (Braves) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/DOBrienATL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DOBrienATL</a> Follow Tim (Mets) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/timbritton" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@TimBritton</a> Follow Meghan (Phillies) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/M_Montemurro" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@M_Montemurro</a> Follow Andre (Marlins) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/fernandezandrec" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@FernandezAndreC</a>Get full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

NL East Position Battles

Helium

Rundown1:22 Pocket Aces11:25 Do You Ever *Not* Punt Catcher?18:36 Helium Watch: Franmil Reyes24:21 Jesus Luzardo and Julio Urías28:43 Is the Price Bump Coming for Miguel Andújar?36:28 Rich Hill on the Rise39:07 Doing Extra Prep, or Taking a Step Back?44:32 Adjusting Timetables for Rookies54:47 4x4 NL-only Pitching TargetsFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Matt on Twitter: @ctmbaseballGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 1:22 Pocket Aces 11:25 Do You Ever *Not* Punt Catcher? 18:36 Helium Watch: Franmil Reyes 24:21 Jesus Luzardo and Julio Urías 28:43 Is the Price Bump Coming for Miguel Andújar? 36:28 Rich Hill on the Rise 39:07 Doing Extra Prep, or Taking a Step Back? 44:32 Adjusting Timetables for Rookies 54:47 4x4 NL-only Pitching Targets Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Matt on Twitter: @ctmbaseballGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Pocket Aces, Punting Catcher & Helium Watch

Rundown0:52 How Will the Yankees Weather All the Injuries?6:42 Depth Galore in Tampa14:38 Figuring out the Red Sox' Outfield in a Post-Mookie Betts Boston20:59 Can the Youngsters Sick at the Top of the Blue Jays' Lineup?27:08 Where's the Fantasy Value in Baltimore?Follow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Lindsey (Yankees) on Twitter: @lindseyadlerFollow Josh (Rays) on Twitter: @JCTSportsFollow Jen (Red Sox) on Twitter: @jcmccaffreyFollow Kaitlyn (Blue Jays) on Twitter: @kaitlynmcgrathFollow Dan (Orioles) on Twitter: @danconnolly2016e-mail: fantasypods@theathletic.comGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 0:52 How Will the Yankees Weather All the Injuries? 6:42 Depth Galore in Tampa 14:38 Figuring out the Red Sox' Outfield in a Post-Mookie Betts Boston 20:59 Can the Youngsters Sick at the Top of the Blue Jays' Lineup? 27:08 Where's the Fantasy Value in Baltimore? Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a> Follow Lindsey (Yankees) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/lindseyadler" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lindseyadler</a> Follow Josh (Rays) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/jctsports" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@JCTSports</a> Follow Jen (Red Sox) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/jcmccaffrey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jcmccaffrey</a> Follow Kaitlyn (Blue Jays) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/kaitlynmcgrath" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kaitlynmcgrath</a> Follow Dan (Orioles) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/danconnolly2016" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@danconnolly2016</a>e-mail: fantasypods@theathletic.comGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

AL East Position Battles

Rundown2:38 Relative Discounts on Top Starting Pitchers?7:28 Hitting Prospect Dart Throws10:39 Punting Saves15:16 Waiting On the Outfield21:29 Adjusting to More Teams Overspending Early24:45 Pitching Prospect Dart Throws32:35 The Jays' Rotation Looks Familiar37:43 Countering A Room Driven by the Stars &amp; Scrubs ApproachFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Matt on Twitter: @ctmbaseballe-mail: fantasypods@theathletic.comGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 2:38 Relative Discounts on Top Starting Pitchers? 7:28 Hitting Prospect Dart Throws 10:39 Punting Saves 15:16 Waiting On the Outfield 21:29 Adjusting to More Teams Overspending Early 24:45 Pitching Prospect Dart Throws 32:35 The Jays' Rotation Looks Familiar 37:43 Countering A Room Driven by the Stars &amp; Scrubs ApproachFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Matt on Twitter: @ctmbaseball e-mail: fantasypods@theathletic.comGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Building From a Distance

Rundown0:42 Can Jordan Luplow Be a Regular for the Indians?6:24 Is the Fantasy Community Too High on Nick Madrigal?12:57 Will Miguel Sano Get Buried in the Bottom-Third of the Twins' Lineup?18:47 A Battle at First Base in Kansas City26:05 Can Cameron Maybin Stick Atop the Tigers' Lineup?Follow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Zack (Indians) on Twitter: @ZackMeiselFollow James (White Sox) on Twitter: @JRFeganFollow Aaron (Twins) on Twitter: @AaronGleemanFollow Alec (Royals) on Twitter: @alec_lewisFollow Cody (Tigers) on Twitter: @CodyStavenhagene-mail: fantasypods@theathletic.comGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 0:42 Can Jordan Luplow Be a Regular for the Indians? 6:24 Is the Fantasy Community Too High on Nick Madrigal? 12:57 Will Miguel Sano Get Buried in the Bottom-Third of the Twins' Lineup? 18:47 A Battle at First Base in Kansas City 26:05 Can Cameron Maybin Stick Atop the Tigers' Lineup? Follow Michael on Twitter: @MBeller Follow Zack (Indians) on Twitter: @ZackMeisel Follow James (White Sox) on Twitter: @JRFegan Follow Aaron (Twins) on Twitter: @AaronGleeman Follow Alec (Royals) on Twitter: @alec_lewis Follow Cody (Tigers) on Twitter: @CodyStavenhagene-mail: fantasypods@theathletic.comGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

AL Central Position Battles

Alex Fast

Rundown3:29 What is Put-Away Rate?5:56 Chris Paddack and PAR7:42 How Sticky is PAR?10:18 Fastball PAR11:39 Trevor Bauer and PAR13:15 How Best to Use PAR15:19 Matthew Boyd and PAR17:47 Surprises Lurking on the PAR Leaderboard19:15 Organizations That Do Well with PAR21:02 Why Are We Drafting Saves All Wrong?22:37 How Should We Approach Closers in a Shortened Season?28:36 Organizational Trends Related to Closers32:33 Favorite Closers-in-WaitingFollow Alex on Twitter: @AlexFast8Follow Pitcher List on Twitter: @PitcherListFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper'Why you should care about put-away rate''We've drafted saves wrong again'Get a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 3:29 What is Put-Away Rate? 5:56 Chris Paddack and PAR 7:42 How Sticky is PAR? 10:18 Fastball PAR 11:39 Trevor Bauer and PAR 13:15 How Best to Use PAR 15:19 Matthew Boyd and PAR 17:47 Surprises Lurking on the PAR Leaderboard 19:15 Organizations That Do Well with PAR 21:02 Why Are We Drafting Saves All Wrong? 22:37 How Should We Approach Closers in a Shortened Season? 28:36 Organizational Trends Related to Closers 32:33 Favorite Closers-in-Waiting Follow Alex on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/alexfast8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@AlexFast8</a> Follow Pitcher List on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/pitcherlist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@PitcherList</a> Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a> Follow Derek on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/derekvanriper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DerekVanRiper</a> <a href="https://www.pitcherlist.com/why-you-should-care-about-put-away-rate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">'Why you should care about put-away rate'</a> <a href="https://www.pitcherlist.com/weve-drafted-saves-wrong-again/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">'We've drafted saves wrong again'</a>Get a 90-day free trial The Athletic by visiting: <a href="theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Talking Put-Away Rate and Closers with Alex Fast

Rundown0:45 Who Fills out the Astros' Rotation?6:23 Will A.J. Puk Be Ready for Opening Day, Whenever That Is?11:26 Will David Fletcher Have a Regular Spot in the Angels' Lineup?18:22 A Battle at First Base for the Rangers22:50 The Mariners Embrace a Youth MovementFollow Michael on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Jake (Astros) on Twitter: @jakemkaplanFollow Alex (A's) on Twitter: @byalexcoffeyFollow Fabian (Angels) on Twitter: @FabianArdayaFollow Levi (Rangers) on Twitter: @ThreeTwoEephusFollow Corey (Mariners) on Twitter: @CoreyBrockMLB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 0:45 Who Fills out the Astros' Rotation? 6:23 Will A.J. Puk Be Ready for Opening Day, Whenever That Is? 11:26 Will David Fletcher Have a Regular Spot in the Angels' Lineup? 18:22 A Battle at First Base for the Rangers 22:50 The Mariners Embrace a Youth Movement Follow Michael on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/mbeller" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MBeller</a> Follow Jake (Astros) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/jakemkaplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jakemkaplan</a> Follow Alex (A's) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/byalexcoffey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@byalexcoffey</a> Follow Fabian (Angels) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/fabianardaya" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@FabianArdaya</a> Follow Levi (Rangers) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/threetwoeephus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ThreeTwoEephus</a> Follow Corey (Mariners) on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/coreybrockmlb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CoreyBrockMLB</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

AL West Position Battles

Rundown4:11 A New Fantasy Baseball League Format, For Charity10:23 Previously Unknown Parts of Ian's Resume15:31 Banking on an Alex Wood Rebound?21:23 Expectations for Michael Wacha, Following Thor's Injury26:03 Congrats, Frank!32:28 Eduardo Escobar v. Yandy Diaz v. Luis Arraez38:09 Nando Begins a Trade Negotiation with Ian45:54 The Expected Impact of Delay on Pitching ProspectsFollow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on Twitter: @iankahn4Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown 4:11 A New Fantasy Baseball League Format, For Charity 10:23 Previously Unknown Parts of Ian's Resume 15:31 Banking on an Alex Wood Rebound? 21:23 Expectations for Michael Wacha, Following Thor's Injury 26:03 Congrats, Frank! 32:28 Eduardo Escobar v. Yandy Diaz v. Luis Arraez 38:09 Nando Begins a Trade Negotiation with Ian 45:54 The Expected Impact of Delay on Pitching Prospects Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @iankahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet full access to The Athletic's award-winning sports content and save 40% off your first-year subscription: <a href="https://theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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