FantasyPros - Fantasy Baseball Podcast

Nick Pollack from Pitcher List is on today's show to discuss which players appear to be under or overvalued based on their spot in our rankings. Does Franmil Reyes' (10:44) crazy power justify his current price considering that he may struggle to find playing time, should Juan Soto (19:53) be taken ahead of Alex Bregman, and how much upside does Kyle Freeland (25:08) have pitching at Coors Field? Are people far too high on Chris Archer (39:30) and what exactly is Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s (45:04) potential in 2019 if he plays a full season?

Steve Gardner from USA Today joins the show as we offer insight into which rookies should see fantasy relevance this year and who dynasty leaguers should consider stashing long-term. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (1:30) is expected to be a real difference-maker in both fantasy and reality this season and Alex Reyes' (20:24) immense talent should get him a spot in the Cardinals rotation. Can Peter Alonso's (26:48) powerful bat get him into the Big Leagues sooner rather than later, what should fantasy owners who decide to stash Forrest Whitley or Fernando Tatis Jr. (38:26) expect from them this season, and would it be surprising for Wander Franco (50:08) to become the league's top prospect in 2020?

2019 is upon us and our very own Dan Harris joins us for our first offseason baseball podcast of the year! We dive into our early fantasy rankings to examine players in new situations. Josh Donaldson (6:51) can produce well in Atlanta, but can he stay healthy and should he be taken over a high-upside player like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (8:22)? How do Andrew McCutchen (13:45) and Yasiel Puig (15:39) compare, what should we expect from Billy Hamilton (27:47) in Kansas City, and can Charlie Morton (37:24) continue his success after going to Tampa Bay? The crew ends things with some predictions on where top free agents, like Bryce Harper (48:33) and Manny Machado (53:09), may end up.

It's been a great season, but it's not over yet. We've got Paul Sporer of RotoGraphs joining us on the show to chat about a few recent news items including Luis Urias's promotion (2:42) and Trevor Bauer's health (5:43). Like most at this time of the year, who you pick up depends on your team's situation, but we're discussing some popular names out there that have been hot as of late (e.g. Melky Cabrera - 9:20), as well as some youngsters who are getting their opportunities like Billy McKinney (13:49) and Tyler White (20:14). Despite it being late in the season, we like a couple pitchers who should be available on waivers (23:10). Find out why you should pick up Jace Fry (31:19), who the next Jose Ramirez could be (36:34), and whether you should trust your slumping veterans during these final weeks (45:41) as we answer mailbag questions (36:20).

Eno Sarris from The Athletic joins us to share his thoughts on us how Daniel Murphy will fit in with the Cubs (4:33) and which teams can come out on top in the MLB playoff hunt (11:47). With the fantasy playoffs also coming soon, Bobby and Eno also discuss which fantasy free agents can push you to the playoffs or help your title chances. Nick Williams is showing a lot of promise (17:31), but is Luis Castillo's strikeout potential worth taking a chance on, or will he end up disappointing you (20:22)? We finish off the show by answering your listener mailbag questions (29:42), two of which ask about how highly we should value Kris Bryant (33:19) and Mike Trout (35:38) in dynasty leagues.

It's crunch time for many of you who are still actively competing in your fantasy baseball leagues and as we reach these final weeks, there are a handful of topics to discuss. Steve Gardner of USA Today joins us on the show to chat about the current crop of prospects and what we're witnessing in Ronald Acuna (1:16), Juan Soto (3:09), and what we're waiting for with Vlad Guerrero Jr., Eloy Jimenez (4:11) and Michael Kopech (10:06). We then shift gears to name our favorite waiver pickups including a trio of youngsters in Willy Adames (16:28), Harrison Bader (19:11) and David Dahl (20:56) before jumping to pitchers (25:13). To end the show, we're providing answers to some tough decisions on whether it's time to move on from some big names such as Adrian Beltre (35:32), Tommy Pham (36:00), Adam Eaton (37:23), Jon Lester (40:28), and Chris Archer (41:14).

We're back with guest Mike Podhorzer of RotoGraphs to catch up on all the latest news and performances around the league since our last show. Robert Stephenson was called back up (3:03), Eloy Jimenez is supposedly nearing a call-up (5:33), Rougned Odor may have finally figured it out (8:03), and Matt Carpenter is somehow an MVP candidate (11:18). There's a lot to discuss including hitters worth adding that should be available in your league (17:54) and which available pitchers are quality adds versus streaming options (31:41). If you're wondering if it's time to drop one of your struggling bigger names, listen in as we run through a list of players that many owners may have to move on from (43:52).

With 4th of July in the rearview and the second-half of baseball in front of us, Paul Sporer of RotoGraphs came on our show to discuss all the pertinent fantasy topics including whether or not it's time to move on from Yu Darvish (1:47). And with the trade deadline looming, we're chatting about potential landing spots for Manny Machado (4:12) and if Bryce Harper could be moved this season (36:24). Of course, it's also only right for us to give Max Muncy some love (10:33) and discuss J.D. Martinez's MVP standing (13:56). We've got lots to cover so listen in as we name our favorite hitters (17:32) and pitchers (27:04) to pick up before wrapping things up by answering your listener mailbag questions (36:10). Sponsor: DRAFT.com/pros - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. Love DRAFT or get your money back (up to $100). Join now at DRAFT.com/pros and you'll get a free entry into a $3 draft.

With 13 weeks of baseball complete, Justin Mason joins us to discuss the latest news that transpired during the week including Sandy Alcantara's call-up (8:06) and the latest in baseball innovation (9:31). Bobby and Justin are also chatting about Mike Trout's season and how it's being wasted with the Angels (14:24). If you're in need of waiver wire help, get our thoughts on hitters like Enrique Hernandez (18:19), Jason Kipnis (19:09), Randall Grichuk (23:38) and many more along with pitchers such as Mike Minor (35:13), Ervin Santana (39:28) and a trio of Giants (40:32). Listen in as we answer your questions from the mailbag to close out the show (46:57). Sponsor: DRAFT.com/pros - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. Love DRAFT or get your money back (up to $100). Join now at DRAFT.com/pros and you'll get a free entry into a $3 draft.

Joining us to wrap up the week and help you improve your team is Brandon Warne of Zone Coverage. To get started, we're talking about the latest news and happenings around the league including the Royals closer situation (2:17), Michael Wacha's oblique (5:51), and Madison Bumgarner's latest outing (7:39). We're also discussing Andrelton Simmons's breakout (9:11) which leads us into everyone's favorite midseason topic, the waiver wire (12:24). The first hitter we're covering is Jon Jay, but listen in as you'll want to hear why Jorje Polanco needs to be on your add list today (17:05). If you're in need of pitching help, we're covering multiple players that should be available in your league from Michael Kopech (26:29) to Matt Strahm (29:32). Listen all the way through the show as we wrap up with a lightning round of who to keep or drop (40:44). Sponsor: DRAFT.com/pros: Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. Love DRAFT or get your money back (up to $100). Join now at DRAFT.com/pros and you'll get a free entry into a $3 draft.

FantasyPros expert Dan Marcus joins host Bobby Sylvester to discuss some fantasy free agents, but first, the duo breaks down major injury news surrounding some big name players, like Miguel Cabrera (1:08), Shohei Ohtani (2:12), and Stephen Strasburg (5:25). Once we jump to free agents, our guys take a stab at deciding if there's still any reason to believe in Scott Kingery becoming an impactful player this season (13:25), analyzing how Daniel Descalaco suddenly became a power hitter (20:34), and projecting what fantasy owners can expect from Freddy Peralta now that he's been called back up (32:30). We then conclude the show by tackling a few very interesting Listener Mailbag questions (33:18). Sponsors: DRAFT.com/pros - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. Love DRAFT or get your money back (up to $100). Join now at DRAFT.com/pros and you'll get a free entry into a $3 draft.

Bobby is joined by fellow FantasyPros expert Dan Harris to go over the latest MLB news, like Alex Reyes being done for the season (3:59), Ross Stripling's unbelievable May (9:27), the Rays calling up 1B Jake Bauers (13:14), and Kyle Barraclough stealing the Marlins closer job (17:57). The duo also analyzes a slew of waiver wire options to give you the skinny on whether you should pick up powerful mashers Max Muncy (27:29) and Daniel Palka (28:53), among others, and they also attempt to predict when Tyler Glasnow might get a chance in the rotation (24:23). The guys later answer your Listener Mailbag questions (40:13), which feature some intriguing MLB Draft topics, like who are Bobby's and Dan's favorite dynasty players from this MLB Draft class (47:00) and which teams had the best draft (55:35). Sponsors: DRAFT.com/pros - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. Love DRAFT or get your money back (up to $100). Join now at DRAFT.com/pros and you'll get a free entry into a $3 draft.

Bobby is joined by the 2015 FSTA Baseball Writer of the Year, RotoGraphs' very own Mike Podhorzor, to discuss the latest news around the league and which players on the waiver wire fantasy owners should consider scooping up or leaving alone. The guys first share their thoughts on whether Anthony Rizzo's slide was just good baseball or had malicious intent (8:20) before delving into some pressing fantasy baseball questions. A few of the more important topics we try to tackle are whether Jonny Venters is the closer to own in Tampa Bay (10:03), if Gorkys Hernandez's power is a fluke or for real (19:32), whether Austin Meadows can stick around in the majors and become a viable fantasy option (25:20), predict just how good will Alex Reyes be this season (33:48), and project what fantasy owners should expect from call-up Shane Bieber (35:27)? To close, Bobby and Mike team up to answer your Listener Mailbag questions (41:10). Sponsors: DRAFT.com/pros - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. Love DRAFT or get your money back (up to $100). Join now at DRAFT.com/pros and you'll get a free entry into a $3 draft.

Al Melchior, host of the Fantasy Baseball Hour on the FNTSY Sports Radio Network and writer for Fangraphs and Fantrax, joins us today to discuss a plethora of waiver pickups and examine expectations for a few top prospects. Some of the many questions Bobby and Al answer are who they would prefer to own between Jack Flaherty, Alex Reyes, and Zach Britton (10:05), whether Tyler O'Neill (21:35) has a shot at receiving regular playing time, and which unowned catchers are good stopgap options for Welington Castillo owners (42:53). We also spend time predicting when Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (16:49) will finally get called up, share our thoughts on recent Pirates' call-up, Austin Meadows (26:53), and figure out if Willy Adames (39:20) has been called up for good, or is just having a cup of coffee in the majors. To conclude, the duo digs into the Listener Mailbag (44:20) to answer your questions. Sponsor: FantasyPros.com/offer - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. New users at DRAFT will get a FREE 6 month upgrade to FantasyPros at our highest tier. Just use our special link to make your first deposit of $10 to get your instant upgrade.

Today we are joined by Eno Sarris from The Athletic to help us break down the Juan Soto call-up (0:48), examine whether Alex Reyes will rejoin the rotation once he returns (8:04), and deduce when Robbie Ray might come back from his injury (21:47). We also cover whether Blake Parker (27:11) owns the Angels' closer job, Jordan Hicks' (15:36) incredible fastball, and if Josh Hader (31:41) has any realistic shot at the Cy Young Award. We then finish up by answering your listener mailbag questions (35:26). Sponsor: FantasyPros.com/offer - Use the DRAFT.com app where you can play in one-week snake drafts for real money. The drafts literally take only a few minutes to complete and if you pick a great team, you'll win cash prizes. New users at DRAFT will get a FREE 6 month upgrade to FantasyPros at our highest tier. Just use our special link to make your first deposit of $10 to get your instant upgrade.