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by Joe Bond and A.J. Applegarth
Join Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper for year-round fantasy football and fantasy baseball advice that actually wins leagues. We do the heavy lifting on the analytics, but we never forget that fantasy sports are supposed to be fun. Whether we’re debating early-round draft strategies, digging for waiver-wire sleepers, or arguing over weekly player rankings, we bring you the hard numbers you need alongside the sports debates you actually care about. Plus, for the hardcore baseball managers, this feed is also home to our spinoff show, First Cup Fantasy Baseball. Consider it your daily scouting report, serving up the latest MLB stats, call-ups, and trends to go with your morning coffee all season long.
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- 4 days ago1h 35m
Fantasy Baseball Week 12 Waiver Wire & Trade Targets: Matt McLain, Ronald Acuna Jr., Shota Imanaga, Miguel Vargas
In this episode of The Fantasy Six Pack Hour, AJ Applegarth, Joe Bond, and Corey Pieper dive deep into the crucial adjustments you need to make for Week 12. The guys break down the most urgent waiver wire priorities, including why Matt McLain demands your attention and how to handle the fallout from the Milwaukee Brewers bullpen. They also analyze massive shifts in player valuations, pinpointing prime buy-low windows for elite stars like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Shota Imanaga while identifying exactly when to pivot away from injured assets like Garrett Crochet. Master Your League Optimize your daily matchups and strategy with our advanced projection tools: Fantasy Six Pack Premium Plans (Use Promocode F6PPODS to save 15%!) Episode Timestamps 0:00 - Week 12 Fantasy Baseball Introduction 2:45 - Waiver Wire Add: Matt McLain (2B/SS, CIN) 6:35 - Waiver Wire Add: Mauricio Dubon (2B/3B/SS/OF, ATL) 9:25 - Waiver Wire Add: Peter Lambert (SP, HOU) 13:20 - Waiver Wire Add: Reid Detmers (SP, LAA) 15:00 - Waiver Wire Add: Jung Hoo Lee (OF, SF) 19:50 - Rage Drop of the Week: Milwaukee Brewers Bullpen (Trevor Megill, Chad Patrick) 26:50 - Waiver Wire Drop: Ryne Nelson (SP, ARI) 29:00 - Waiver Wire Drop: Chase DeLauter (OF, CLE) 31:45 - Waiver Wire Drop: Trea Turner (SS, PHI) 35:20 - FanDuel Odds: AL Pennant, NL Pennant, World Series Market Shifts 47:20 - Rankings Riser: Hunter Goodman (C/OF, COL) 48:40 - Rankings Riser: Pete Alonso (1B, BAL) 50:30 - Rankings Riser: Jeremy Pena (SS, HOU) 52:15 - Rankings Riser: Miguel Vargas (2B/3B, CWS) 54:23 - Rankings Riser: Bryce Miller (SP, SEA) 55:50 - Rankings Riser: Logan Webb (SP, SF) 57:22 - Rankings Faller: Ketel Marte (2B, ARI) 58:38 - Rankings Faller: Kyle Tucker (OF, LAD) 1:00:48 - Rankings Faller: Brent Rooker (OF, ATH) 1:02:55 - Rankings Faller: Rafael Devers (1B, SF) 1:04:15 - Rankings Faller: Garrett Crochet (SP, BOS) 1:07:42 - Rankings Faller: Jose Soriano (SP, LAA) 1:09:26 - Buy Low Trade Target: Reid Detmers (SP, LAA) 1:14:01 - Buy Low Trade Target: Shota Imanaga (SP, CHC) 1:17:02 - Buy Low Trade Target: Ronald Acuna Jr. (OF, ATL) 1:22:52 - Sell High Trade Target: Zack Gelof (2B, ATH) 1:25:10 - Sell High Trade Target: Connelly Early (SP, BOS) 1:28:40 - Sell High Trade Target: Ben Brown (SP, CHC) Core Analytical Takeaways Whether you are trying to acquire underperforming aces or navigating complex roster depth changes in high-stakes formats, this episode gives you the data-driven strategy to stay ahead of your league mates. Learn how to separate temporary slumps from fundamental skill regression and maximize your FAAB budget as we head into the summer months. Connect With the Network Main Hub: Fantasy Six Pack Website Host Analysis Channels: AJ Applegarth (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe Bond (@F6P_Joe), Corey Pieper (@copieps) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 4 days ago17 min
First Cup Fantasy Baseball: June 12: Will Smith IL & Pitching Planner
Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith was officially placed on the 10-day injured list due to neck inflammation. Corey Pieper breaks down the latest injury updates across Major League Baseball, runs through the Pitching Planner segment, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. In news and injury updates, Tarik Skubal sat while Kenley Jansen is out Friday, Seth Lugo underwent CT scans, and Justin Wrobleski suffered a hamstring contusion alongside Shohei Ohtani dealing with left knee inflammation. Jordan Lawlar makes his return today, while Antwone Kelly prepares for his MLB debut. For daily performance metrics, Tiger hitters Gleyber Torres, Wenceel Perez, Riley Greene, Colt Keith, Spencer Torkelson, and Zach McKinstry hit six home runs, while Keider Montero pitched 6.1 innings with four hits, one walk, and four strikeouts. Lars Nootbaar hit a home run, Alec Burleson homered in three straight games, and Bo Bichette and Juan Soto both hit home runs. Tyler Phillips pitched 5 innings allowing two hits and two walks with zero earned runs and five strikeouts against Merrill Kelly who went 6 innings allowing four hits, two walks, two earned runs, and one strikeout, while Cole Carrigg launched his first home run. On the negative side, Zebby Matthews struggled through 6 innings allowing nine hits, one walk, seven earned runs, and four strikeouts, while Bryan Woo was listed among the duds. The rotating Pitching Planner details upcoming matchups featuring Tarik Skubal at Cleveland, Trey Yesavage versus the New York Yankees, Taj Bradley versus St. Louis, Imai at Kansas City, Kyle Harrison versus Philadelphia, and Landen Roupp versus Chicago Cubs. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 5 days ago20 min
First Cup Fantasy Baseball: Jun 11: Oneil Cruz Broken Hand & Rankings
Oneil Cruz is headed to the injured list with a broken left hand and is expected to miss at least four to six weeks. Joe Bond breaks down the latest news, the Rankings segment, and previews the FanDuel Bet of the Day. Will Smith is ticketed for the injured list, while Kodai Senga and Ryan Helsley are resuming rehab assignments. Garrett Crochet admits his strain is worse than expected, and Seth Lugo leaves early after being hit by a comebacker. Brent Rooker sits with knee soreness, and Matthew Boyd will not start this weekend. Today's performance listings feature Matt Chapman, Tyler Callihan, Caleb Durbin, Logan O'Hoppe, Byron Buxton, Davis Martin, Drew Rasmussen, George Kirby, Reid Detmers, Jesus Luzardo, and Shota Imanaga as studs. Jake Bauers, Trea Turner, Riley Greene, Zach Neto, Michael Harris II, Ryne Nelson, Max Scherzer, Robbie Ray, Parker Messick, and Framber Valdez are listed as duds. In the weekly Rankings segment, Hunter Goodman, Pete Alonso, Jeremy Pena, Josh Hader, and Logan Webb emerge as risers. Meanwhile, Trey Yesavage, Spencer Strider, and Jose Soriano are sliding down as fallers. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 6 days ago20 min
First Cup Fantasy Baseball: Jun 10: Ronald Acuna Injury & Drops
Ronald Acuna exits early with an injury, forcing fantasy managers to immediately brace for the upcoming medical updates. Joe Bond breaks down today's major news, runs through the Drops of the Week, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. Adley Rutschman deals with hamstring tightness, Oneil Cruz gets scratched, and Will Smith faces a possible IL stint. On the positive side, Tarik Skubal, Cole Ragans, Casey Mize, and Brandon Woodruff are all making visible progress toward returning. Dillon Dingler, Jac Caglianone, Matt Olson, Bryce Eldridge, and Nick Kurtz lead a deep list of top daily performers. Conversely, Dalton Rushing, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Adolis Garcia, and Freddy Peralta struggled heavily in yesterday's action. We evaluate the rotating segment to decide if it is time to cut ties with Maikel Garcia, Jose Altuve, Emmet Sheehan, or Aaron Nola. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago22 min
First Cup Fantasy Baseball: June 9: Las Vegas Offensive Explosion & Bullpen Report
Dylan Cease returns to the starting rotation today after missing more than two weeks with a left hamstring strain. Corey Pieper breaks down massive starting rotation reinforcements, critical late-inning shifts, the daily Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. Roster adjustments are arriving at a furious pace as Chris Bassitt and Jameson Taillon officially land on the injured list, J.P. Crawford faces a multi-week shelf stint with a hand contusion, and Garrett Whitlock makes his highly anticipated return to the mound. Fantasy managers also need to monitor the promotions of Denzer Guzman and Trey Mancini. Statcast data confirms immediate buying opportunities for Cristopher Sanchez following a dazzling ten-strikeout gem fueled by an elite 42% chase rate on his changeup, while underlying metrics warn managers to steer clear of Kyle Harrison after a devastating seven-earned-run implosion marked by a massive spike in hard-hit contact. For the Bullpen Report, we sort through crucial leverage hierarchies across the league, analyzing the current job security and performance of Ryan Helsley, Andres Munoz, David Bednar, Kirby Yates, and the high-stakes battle between Grant Taylor and Seranthony Dominguez. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago31 min
First Cup Fantasy Baseball: June 8: Byron Buxton Injury & Waiver Wire
Byron Buxton is headed for imaging after aggravating an ongoing right shoulder issue that forced him from the lineup. Corey Pieper breaks down critical health updates, fluctuating depth charts, the daily Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The medical wire continues to devastate fantasy rosters as Royals rookie sensation Jac Caglianone exits early with acute right shoulder soreness following a wall collision, Tyler Glasnow shifts to the 60-day IL, and Austin Wells lands on the IL with cervical headaches. On a brighter note, fantasy managers receive immediate offensive boosts with the official activations of Wyatt Langford, Corey Seager, and Royce Lewis. Statcast data highlights immediate warning signs for Aaron Nola after a five-earned-run implosion marked by a severe drop in his curveball spin rate, while underlying metrics show immense promise for Carson Benge following a perfect five-hit explosion highlighted by an elite 108 mph maximum exit velocity profile. For the Waiver Wire, we analyze high-impact targets ready to spark your roster, evaluating the immediate priority additions of Carson Benge, Sam Antonacci, JT Ginn, and Gage Jump. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago18 min
First Cup Fantasy Baseball: Jun 05: Aaron Judge Injury & Weekend Pitching Planner
Aaron Judge will be sidelined indefinitely after undergoing extensive imaging that revealed a right rib stress fracture. Corey Pieper breaks down breaking superstar injury news, high-impact roster replacements, the daily Weekend Planner, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The medical wire is completely fundamentally altering the fantasy baseball universe as Chris Bassitt leaves his last start with severe back structural discomfort, Trevor Story shifts to the 60-day injured list, and Shohei Ohtani plays through a finger blister issue. Fantasy managers finally receive incoming reinforcements with Corey Seager and Lars Nootbaar trackable to return to starting lineups today. Statcast data signals a buying window for Shota Imanaga despite letting up six earned runs, as his horizontal pitch separation metrics remain completely intact. Conversely, investigate Brayan Bello under the hood, where his groundball rate plummeted to an ugly season low during a miserable seven-hit, eight-earned-run implosion. For the Weekend Planner, we chart out the most critical starting pitching streams and schedule adjustments across the league, spotlighting Edward Cabrera clashing against San Francisco and the sudden insertion of Jack Perkins into the rotation. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago1h 23m
Jarren Duran 30-30 Pace: Legit or Illusion? – Week 11 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire & Rankings
Looking for the absolute best fantasy baseball waiver wire advice, the latest fantasy baseball trade targets, and updated fantasy baseball rankings? We cover Jarren Duran's volume-heavy upside, break down Jackson Chourio's underlying Statcast data, and pinpoint the exact trade targets you need to buy low or sell high before your league mates catch on. Week 11 Market Analytics & Player Teardowns The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting rapidly as we head into Week 11, requiring managers to separate real skill growth from temporary statistical anomalies. A prime example is Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran, whose underlying pace metrics suggest a potential 30-30 campaign. Despite an elevated 29% strikeout rate, Duran has locked down the everyday leadoff spot, making his volume-heavy profile incredibly valuable. When evaluating risers like Duran or Bryan Reynolds, analyzing baseline shifts rather than riding unsustainable BABIP waves is essential to sustaining success. The trade market presents distinct buy-low windows that demand immediate action. Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio is showcasing career-best barrel rates and hard-hit metrics that previously didn't match his surface numbers, though his recent multi-homer outburst is rapidly closing the acquisition window. Similarly, Oakland's Tyler Soderstrom is showing immense growth, dropping his strikeout rate from a concerning 30% down to a highly manageable 18%. Combined with a rising launch angle at a highly favorable Sutter Health Park hitting environment, his bat is primed for a massive second-half surge. On the flip side, identifying optimal sell-high timelines is just as crucial for long-term roster construction. Christian Yelich continues to provide solid surface counting stats, but his underlying metrics paint an incredibly alarming picture. Yelich's launch angle sits at a low two degrees, paired with a meager 6% barrel rate and a career-worst average exit velocity of 88 mph. With his strikeout rate jumping nearly 30% alongside chronic back discomfort, savvy managers should trade the veteran asset now to maximize return value before rest-of-season regression fully hits. Conversely, pitching depth remains highly volatile, as highlighted by the dramatic roster shifts across standard leagues. For those looking to fill open roster spots, looking toward efficient arms like Detroit's Troy Melton or checking the underlying predictive metrics of high-upside young arms like Chase Burns provides a strategic roadmap for stabilizing team ERAs and WHIPs without burning waiver priority on low-floor assets. Timestamps 0:00 - Week 11 Waivers, Rankings & Trade Targets 2:15 - Shane Baz (SP, BAL) 7:35 - Zack Littell (SP, WAS) 12:25 - Sam Antonacci (2B/3B/OF, CWS) 16:55 - Jung Hoo Lee (OF, SF) 19:11 - Troy Melton (SP, DET) 21:35 - Brayan Bello (SP, BOS) 28:33 - Gregory Soto (RP, PIT) 32:35 - Daylen Lile (OF, WAS) 36:18 - FanDuel Win Totals: Cristopher Sanchez Cy Young Odds 42:05 - Jarren Duran (OF, BOS) 45:10 - Bryan Reynolds (OF, PIT) 46:10 - Carson Benge (OF, NYM) 49:06 - Chase Burns (SP, CIN) 49:15 - Kyle Harrison (SP, MIL) 50:39 - Louie Varland (SP/RP, TOR) 54:45 - Kyle Tucker (OF, LAD) 56:04 - Brice Turang (2B, MIL) 59:50 - Austin Riley (3B, ATL) 1:02:55 - Spencer Strider (SP, ATL) 1:03:56 - Landen Roupp (RP, SF) 1:05:17 - Framber Valdez (SP, DET) 1:08:30 - Jackson Chourio (OF, MIL) 1:10:45 - Tyler Soderstrom (C/1B, OAK) 1:12:15 - Dillon Dingler (C, DET) 1:14:30 - Christian Yelich (OF, MIL) 1:16:03 - Emerson Hancock (SP, SEA) 1:18:00 - Michael McGreevy (SP, STL) Dominate your leagues and unlock our premium Discord, advanced tools, and daily projections by checking out the Fantasy Six Pack All-Access Plans. Use the promo code F6PPODS to save 15% on your membership! This episode is proudly presented by @FanDuel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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