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Eno Sarris and Derek VanRiper, along with Britt Ghiroli, Trevor May, and Jed Lowrie discuss advanced stats, strategy, prospects and more. From the first move of the Hot Stove season to the final pitch of the World Series, join us for year-round baseball talk.
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- Yesterday1h 6m
The Injury Roller Coaster Speeds Up
What a weekend across baseball. A reigning Cy Young winner returned to the mound, runs piled up in Kansas City and Las Vegas, and two stars suffered an all-too-familiar injury to a notorious hand bone. Eno and DVR break down Tarik Skubal’s uneven return, the hamate fractures suffered by José Ramírez and Vinnie Pasquantino, and Luis Lara’s extension with the Brewers. Plus, they take a closer look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s continued struggles and examine where fantasy managers spent their money over the weekend.Rundown:3:20 Tarik Skubal's Return9:17 José Ramírez Lands on IL11:59 Vinnie Pasquantino to the IL17:22 A Weird Series in KC20:31 Hunter Brown is Back!24:33 A ‘Maddux’ From The Miz31:42 Cooper Pratt Promoted41:45 Luis Lara’s Extension46:14 Ryan Waldschmidt Sent to Reno50:31 Vlad Jr. Check-In54:42 Where the Money WentFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialE-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 days ago52 min
Starkville | Catching Up with J.T. Realmuto
J.T. Realmuto returns to Starkville this week, joining Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville to talk about everything from his last appearance on the show (which happened on a golf course) to catching Cristopher Sánchez, facing Jacob Misiorowski, and the unforgettable time Freddie Freeman kicked dirt on him.Plus, Jayson and Doug weigh in on Manny Machado's criticism of analytics and what it says about the modern game, and Jo Adell makes another appearance in Strange But True — though this chapter of the story isn't nearly as triumphant as the last one.Rundown:2:50 Manny Machado Dislikes Analytics13:55 J.T. Realmuto Joins the Show14:48 Golfing with Kyle Schwarber16:58 From Thomson to Mattingly21:30 Catching Cristopher Sánchez25:11 Sánchez vs. Misiorowski29:12 Adjusting to ABS32:38 Being a Catcher in 202637:41 2026 Team Expectations41:21 Realmuto & Freeman’s Dust-Up43:10 Strange But True: Jo AdellFollow Jayson on Bluesky: @jaysonst.bsky.socialFollow Doug on Bluesky: @dougglanville.bsky.socialE-mail: starkville@theathletic.comStarkville Hotline: (347) 313-8371Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Jayson Stark & Doug GlanvilleWith: J.T. RealmutoProducer: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 days ago1h 18m
Draft-Day Regrets, Prospect Talk & Waiver Wire Prep
It’s Fantasy Friday, and with Eno out today, DVR enlists a pair of special guests. First, James Anderson of RotoWire joins the show to discuss the draft picks he’s already regretting, along with prospects generating plenty of buzz, including Braden Montgomery, Cole Carrigg, and Jordan Lawlar.Later, Ottoneu founder and Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah stops by to examine Aaron Judge’s long-term outlook as he turns 35 next April before sharing reviews from his latest ballpark hot dog tour through Detroit and Miami.Rundown:0:37 James Anderson Joins the Show1:55 Draft-Day Regrets: Price Enforcing & the Cal Raleigh Premium6:25 Prospect Profiles: How Has Increased Data Altered Your Targets?11:39 Chasing Unicorns: Could Aaron Judge’s Success Lead Us Astray?14:38 Accounting for the Ball: How Is James Dealing with Lively Minor-League Baseball?20:46 2026 Prospects to Come: Are We Facing a Drought Until Mid-August?23:45 Braden Montgomery27:26 Cole Carrigg30:07 Jordan Lawlar33:58 Jac Caligianone is Heating Up!37:12 The Big Picture: Are We Always Going to Be Limited by Waiver-Wire Pitching?41:19 Making Draft-Day Adjustments to Avoid In-Season Shortages43:36 Hagen Smith May Debut This Weekend48:17 Other SPs to Consider52:31 Closer Carousel: Low Bids Could Pay Off on Elvis Alvarado54:46 Niv Shah Joins the Show55:35 Aaron Judge in Ottoneu & Other Keeper/Dynasty Leagues1:07:13 Detroit Dog Reviews: The Tiger Tail & A Polish Sausage1:10:46 Taste of the Majors: Behold, The ‘Miami Dog’!Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: James Anderson and Niv ShahEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago1h 8m
Fear the Regression Monster, or Feed the Beast?
After news of a setback for Garrett Crochet’s injured lat, DVR and Stephen revisit the 2024 blockbuster that sent the ace to Boston and brought four prospects back to Chicago — all of whom have now reached the majors with the White Sox. Then, they sort through a group of potential regression candidates, including Dillon Dingler, James Wood, Jordan Walker, Brandon Lowe, José Soriano, Gavin Williams, Max Meyer, and Bryce Elder, to determine who’s most likely to cool off in the months ahead.Rundown:3:35 Garrett Crochet’s Injury Setback8:37 The White Sox Did Well in Crochet Trade11:22 Reid Detmers as a Trade Candidate?18:32 Oneil Cruz Out with Broken Hand28:20 Fear the Regression Monster? Or Feed the Beast?28:57 Dillon Dingler: Fully Buying the 2026 Power Breakout?32:47 James Wood: Will He Avoid Second-Half Slide?38:30 Jordan Walker Homers Again: Is a 30-20 Season On Tap?42:17 Brandon Lowe: Resurgence Hinges on Continued Good Health?46:08 José Soriano: Has the Regression Monster Already Arrived?51:09 Gavin Williams: A Capital ‘A’ Ace Now?54:42 Max Meyer: Will He Hold Up Through Career-High Workload?59:30 Bryce Elder: Better than ROS Projections, Right?Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Stephen NesbittEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 6 days ago1h 0m
Breaking Down Five Young Hitters & Their Future Outlooks
Baseball Savant has given fans a new toy to play with. Today, DVR and Jed dig into the site's new swing timing and miss distance leaderboards and what they can reveal about hitter performance. Then, they break down the struggles of several young hitters, including Lawrence Butler, Evan Carter, Coby Mayo, Masyn Winn, and Marcelo Mayer. Later, they open the mailbag and tackle one of baseball’s most pressing questions: Is Brandon Marsh good?Rundown:0:45 New Toys at Baseball Savant!12:54 Lawrence Butler: Can He Press Reset in 2026, or Beyond?23:42 Evan Carter: Homers & Steals, Without a Supporting Slash Line31:03 Coby Mayo: A Pull-Heavy Approach Gone Too Far?40:45 Masyn Winn: Will the Bat Catch Up to His Elite Glove?46:45 Marcelo Mayer: Can He Live Up to His Potential?50:24 Are PCA’s Adjustments Paying Off?55:20 Is Brandon Marsh Good?Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 1m
Surprising Teams & The Cubs’ Unusual Path to the Middle
Is Manny Machado really mad about analytics, or is a tough season at the plate fueling the frustration? Today, Eno, Britt, and DVR unpack Machado’s comments and discuss whether advanced stats can help him break out of his prolonged slump.Then, they look at three of baseball’s biggest surprises this season: the White Sox, Cardinals, and Nationals. Are these teams legitimate contenders, or should they sell at the deadline?Later, Eno and DVR are joined by Patrick Mooney of The Athletic to discuss the Cubs’ disappointing season, what’s gone wrong, and whether there’s still a path back into the playoff race.Rundown:0:36 Brewers-A’s Goes PCL: Outdoor Baseball in Vegas in June, Yikes!7:48 Manny Machado’s Frustration: Was Analytics Rant Just Venting?15:20 It’s About Communication: Always Has Been, Always Will Be22:10 Longer Road Trips? Would Teams Benefit From Less Back-and-Forth?26:13 Should They Be Buyers? Watching White Sox, Cards & Nats Closely41:36 Braden Montgomery Gets the Call43:58 Patrick Mooney Joins the Show44:18 An Unusual Start: Making Sense of Cubs’ Streaky Path to 34-2246:32 Sitting in Discomfort: Believing in the Core to Click Despite Early Struggles49:25 Trade Deadline Plan: How Much Rides on Path to a Wild-Card Round Bye?52:15 Pitching Development: Why Are the Cubs Short on Arms?56:02 A Pleasant Surprise: Ben Brown is Cruising in the Rotation57:52 PCA Back to MVP Form? What Has Changed in His Approach?Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Britt Ghiroli Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 9m
Starting Pitcher Stock Watch
More Josh Naylor theatrics and another step forward for Tarik Skubal. Today, Eno and DVR break down the latest chapter in the Josh Naylor-Detroit Tigers saga after the Mariners first baseman tossed his sliding mitt toward Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler during a play at the plate. They also discuss Skubal’s latest rehab start, the recent dominance of Bryce Miller and Michael Soroka, and wrap up the show with a look at where the money went in fantasy leagues over the weekend.Rundown:1:43 Tarik Skubal Fires Five Scoreless Frames3:24 Josh Naylor vs. Detroit: Another Interesting Chapter7:50 Bryce Miller Shoves15:36 League Shamed! Are We Making Our Leagues Too Easy?21:15 Reid Detmers’ Step Forward: Buying Better Ratios Ahead?22:05 Bryce Miller Never Underwent Surgery23:52 Michael Soroka is Dealing Again30:41 DVR Is Intrigued by Edward Cabrera33:47 Spencer Strider Still Adjusting to Wider Mix, Lesser Stuff?38:13 Emmet Sheehan’s Odyssey Continues42:49 Will Relievers Get Dinged More By Smaller Zone?49:52 Where the Money Went: Nootbar, The Martian & Cowser Lead the WayFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago54 min
Starkville | Brewing Up Something Special with GM Matt Arnold
The NL Cy Young race is absolutely loaded right now. Cristopher Sánchez just rattled off 50 and two-thirds consecutive scoreless innings, Jacob Misiorowski is lighting up radar guns, and Shohei Ohtani has his ERA sitting below 1.00. This week, Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville break down the crowded race for the award and discuss just how impressive Sánchez's scoreless streak was.Later, Brewers President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Matt Arnold stops by to talk about Milwaukee's surprising run to the top of the standings, Misiorowski's rapid rise, and what it's really like to spend time around manager Pat Murphy.Plus, the guys close things out with another edition of Strange But True, featuring a magic number of 13.Rundown:3:13 NL Cy Young Race Heating Up11:43 Matt Arnold Visits Starkville13:33 'Trader Matt'15:08 Adapting to Change20:57 Playing for Milwaukee22:21 ‘The Miz’27:38 Don't Forget About Kyle Harrison29:39 Playing in the NL Central30:53 Being the Brewers President & GM32:25 Brewers Manager Pat Murphy37:49 Trade Deadline Plans39:24 Playing in the Postseason40:43 Matt Arnold's Journey44:30 Strange But True: Yankees’ 13-Run InningFollow Jayson on Bluesky: @jaysonst.bsky.socialFollow Doug on Bluesky: @dougglanville.bsky.socialE-mail: starkville@theathletic.comStarkville Hotline: (347) 313-8371Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Jayson Stark & Doug GlanvilleWith: Matt ArnoldProducer: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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