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Fantasy Baseball Live – September 3, 2023 @ 3 pmSegments 1 and 2 – Review Weekend GamesAdditional Questions:1.With Wander Franco out indefinitely, the Rays are turning to Taylor Wells. What are your thoughts on a possible pickup?2.Ronny Mauricio is hitting everything in sight with crazy exit velos 117 MPH and has already stolen a base. I’m assuming you will recommend him as a pickup.3.Blake Snell pitched another shutout. Call me cynical, but I’ve seen his story so many times. A player who is entering his free agent year puts up an unsustainable year and then gets overdrafted the next year only to crush fantasy manager’s souls. Is this what we will see with Snell?4.Trea Turner has woken up. Is he back to being in the first round next season?5.Aroldis Chapman has been brutal of late, losing another game on Saturday. Will he get taken out of the closer role?Segments 3 and 4 – Waiver WireSegment 5 – Closer Report and Two-start pitchersCloseThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interes

Take 10 with Tim – September 1st1.What are your strategies for the last month of the season?2.I think the Yankees are doing the right thing by waiving Josh Donaldson and Harrison Bader. I know about the report that Bader found out about the move on TV, but that’s hard to believe. I know they are the hated Yankees, but they’ve always had a reputation for doing right by their players.a.Your thoughts on the move and anything else you want to discuss3.The September call-ups are underway. This is who we have so far.a.I just saw Jasson Dominguez last week in Double-A, and he’s reportedly being called up. I’ll preview him as I’ve seen about 100 at-bats of him.b.Austin Wells (C, NYY)c.Ceddanne Rafaela (OF, Bos)d.Ronny Mauricio (IF/OF, NYM)e.Kyren Paris (SS, LAA)f.Nick Loftin (SS, KC)4.The Angels waved the white flag on Tuesday, putting a quarter of their roster on waiver, including Lucas Giolito (Cleveland), Reynaldo Lopez (Cleveland), Matt Moore (Cleveland), Dominic Leone, Hunter Renfroe (Reds), and Randal Grichuk.

The following players are discussed:1. Eddys Leonard (Det)2. Zach Dezenzo (Hou)3. Xavier Isaac (TB)4. Matt Shaw (CHC)5. Chase Petty (Cin)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

Fantasy Baseball Live – August 27, 2023 @ 3 pm.Segments 1 and 2 - Review of the weekend games.Additional Questions1.Shohei Ohtani is done pitching for the year when an MRI revealed he had a torn UCL in his elbow. I guess if you have him rostered in a fantasy league and can play him at either UT or SP, you are playing him at UT, so maybe the short-term effect is not too bad. However, it's still a brutal blow.a.Thoughtsb.Thoughts on what this means for teams in the off-season who might want his services.2.More impactful for fantasy managers this season might be the potential loss of Felix Bautista for the rest of the season. a.Thoughtsb.I’m assuming the pickup is Yennier Cano?3.Wander Franco has been put on Administrative Leave until further notice.a.How are you advising fantasy managers to handle in one-year leagues? Dropping or holding on?4.On a happier note, the Mariners caught both the Rangers and Astros. Who had that on their bingo cards?a.Hot streak or can they make this move stick?Segments 3 and 4 – Waiv

Rich presents his updated Top 100 Prospects in baseballThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

The following prospects were discussed:1. George Valera (Cle)2. Jacob Berry (Mia)3. Graham Pauley (SD)4. Lazaro Montes (Sea)5. Peter Messick (Cle)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

Waiver Wire August 20, 2023Osleivis Basabe, SS/3B, TBR (CBS: 6% rostered, ESPN: 1% rostered): Charlie Blackmon, OF, COL (CBS: 44% rostered, ESPN: 16% rostered): Home runs on back-to-back days in his first week of baseball since June 10. So far, so very good! Pete Crow-Armstrong, OF, CHC (CBS: 20% rostered, ESPN: 1% rostered): Mauricio Dubon, 2B/SS/OF, HOU (CBS: 26% rostered, ESPN: 10% rostered): Stone Garrett, OF, WAS (CBS: 14% rostered, ESPN: 5% rostered): Kyle Harrison, SP, SFG (CBS: 23% rostered, ESPN: 1% rostered): check out the two-start week potential. Philly on Tuesday. The Giants said they would call him up this year and they have held true to their word.Dakota Hudson, SP, STL (CBS: 27% rostered, ESPN: 7% rostered): Cole Irvin, SP, BAL (CBS: 9% rostered, ESPN: 4% rostered): Noelvi Marte, SS, CIN (CBS: 28% rostered, ESPN: 4% rostered): Wade Meckler, OF, SFG (CBS: 4% rostered, ESPN: not rostered): Ryan Pepiot, SP, LAD (CBS: 14% rostered, ESPN: 1% rostered): Pablo Reyes, 2B/SS, BOS (CBS: 5% rostered, ES

Take 10 with Tim – August 18, 2023 @ 8 am1.Masyn Winn is being promoted.2.Mason Miller is pitching in a rehab game.3.We will take a look at the standings4.Drafting the first round next season. I pick first, and then we go back and forth for the duration of the first round.5.Shane McCallahan will have his second Tommy John Surgery next week. He’ll miss all of next season. DID NOT GET TOa.If you’re in a Dynasty League owner, would you be trying to sell or buy?6.Twitter Question: Would you have the cahones to drop Harper for Chas McCormick or Riley Greene? It is a keeper league so there’s that element as well. Thanks! DID NOT GET TO7.What hitter will you be targeting for this weekend?a.Matt Wallner8.What pitcher will you be targeting for this weekend?a.Javier AssadThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

The following players are discussed:1. Austin Shenton (TB)2. Robert Hassell (Was)3. Matt Shaw (CHC)4. Kendall George (LAD)5. Ty Madden (Det)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

Fantasy Baseball Live – August 13, 2023 – 3 pmSegments 1 and 2 – Review of weekend gamesAdditional Questions1.I know the Cardinals have underperformed, particularly on the pitching front, but Steven Matz has surprising pitched well. ERA of 3.86, xERA of 3.89. What did everyone miss coming into the season with him?2.George Kirby or Logan Gilbert. As the great Kevin McCalister said…Do you give up, or are you thirsty for more?3.Well, we got a few good weeks from Mickey Moniak, but he’s been brutal for the last two weeks. He’s 7 for 52 with 25 strikeouts. So, you are the guru of the waiver wire game of catch and release. Is it time to release Moniak?4.Are you ready to trust Sandy Alcantara after his shutout of the Yankees on Saturday, or are you still worried?a.If the season ended today, the Yankees would not make the playoffs. Will that be the case at the end of the season?5.Curtis Mead. I still don’t see how he gets full-time playing time. Has your position changed from last week, or do you still think people s

Podcast Notes – All Request1. Sweet, thanks for the offer! I’ve had Luis Robert for a while (dynasty 12 team 6x6) and finally, a year he is really putting it together - I don’t love the injury history, part of me wants to trade high. Am I crazy for trading away a 50 HR bat who is only 26?2. What’s the status with Dl Hall? Is he still a elite prospect? Bullpen arm? He was dropped in Dl6 and I was able to pick him up for $41 with no other bids3. I have Sal Frelick in a dynasty league and people are making offers. I like him, but feel like he has a pretty low ceiling. Thoughts on comps for his floor and ceiling for him.4. Should I be running out and grabbing Lawrence Butler?5. Good call on Cole Ragans. He looked great in his start on Monday. What did you know that the Rangers didn’t when they wanted to throw him in the bullpen.6. Who do you think will win the Rookie of the Years this year and next.7. What’s wrong with Luis Severino? How does he find his way back to being a decent pitcher again?8. Odds Ethan Sala

The following players are discussed:1. Lawrence Butler (Oak)2. Dru Baker (TB)3. Wyatt Langford (Tex)4. Wilman Diaz (LAD)5. Gavin Stone (LAD)6. Hurston Waldrep (ATL)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

Fantasy Baseball Live – August 6, 2023 @ 3 pm.Segments 1 and 2 - Review of this weekend’s gameAdditional Questions1.The Marlins come to their senses and bring back Eury Perez. He will pitch on Monday. 2.Trea Turner had a good game on Saturday with a three-run home run, but he’s been moved to eighth in the batting order and is taking a beating in Philadelphia. He’s still on pace for a 15/25 season, but he’s posting a sub .300 OBP. He’s striking out more but his BABIP is sub .300 for the first time in his career. Not what you wanted when you took him as a Top 3 player, but where does he drop next to next season and are you interested?3.Curtis Mead was promoted before Friday’s contest. He’s spent a lot of time on the IL season, so it was a surprise he go the call. Where does he play? Does he play?4.The Orioles quietly optioned Tyler Wells during the trade deadline news after pitching to a 6.83 ERA in July. I did a baseballsavant breakdown and he is what he is. A number four/five starter. Does he get a

Take 10 with Tim – Trade deadline reviewWe will review some of the big trades and discuss the players involved.1.The Astros acquired Justin Verlander from the Mets for two outfield prospects, Drew Gilbert and Ryan Clifforda.The Astros and Verlander reunite. They are surging. Is this enough to overcome/hold off the Rangers2.The Rangers acquired Max Scherzer from the Mets for LuisAngel Acuna and pay a pick part of his salary.a.The Rangers acquire Jordan Montgomery and Chris Stratton from the Cardinals for Thomas Sagesse, Tekoah Roby, and John Kingb.The Rangers remake 40% of their starting rotation and give up some prospect capital in doing it. Does this help/hurt Scherzer and Montgomery’s fantasy output?3.The Marlins acquired Josh Bell from the Guardians for Khalil Watson and Jean Segura, whom they releaseda.They also acquired Jake Burger from the White Sox for Jake Ederb.They then acquired Ryan Weathers from the Padres for Garrett Cooperc.WOW…you got to give the Marlins credit for trying. Do you know what

1. Jace Jung (Det)2. Cameron Cauley (Tex)3. Jacob Melton (Hou)4. Ethan Salas (SD)5. Jared Jones (Pit)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

I provide my thoughts in a Marriott Fairfield in Aberdeen MD without my mic. I hope the sound quality is reasonable. If it's not, I'll redo it when I get home on Wednesday.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

Fantasy Baseball Live! – July 31, 2023 @3 pm ET.Segment 1 - Trade review – We will review each trade, looking at their fantasy and baseball implication.1.The Mets ship Max Scherzer and approximately $35 million to the Rangers for Luisangel Acuna. If I understand the math, the Rangers will pay $22.5 million for Scherzer this year and next. That’s $5.5 million this year and $17 million. That feels about right as baseballsavant is showing some natural aging, and a guy who’s better days are behind him.a.Did this make sense for the Mets?b.Is this enough for the Rangers to win the American League?c.Luisangel Acuna breakdown.2.The White Sox send Lance Lynn and Joe Kelly to the Dodgers. In return, they receive Trayce Thompson, Nick Nastrini, and Jordan Leasure. a.Does this help the Dodgers?b.I love Nick Nastrini, and we could see him up later this season. At worse, next year.Segment 2 – Review of Weekend GamesAdditional Questions:1.Marco Luciano was a surprise call-up (at least for me) on Wednesday. He’s been h

We could have called this podcast...Tim doesn't like the AL Central. I was amused by his rant!1.The Angels acquired Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez from the White Sox for Edgar Quero (C) and Ky Bush (LHP). It was steep price for two rentals, but I guess when you’re trying to convince Shohei Ohtani that you are a winner, it’s what you do.a.Your thoughts on the deal?b.Any pickups in Chicago based on the deal?2.The Dodgers have been busy.a.They acquired Amed Rosario from the Guardians for Noah Syndergaard. While they needed a shortstop, they also need innings. It makes you wonder if they will dip back into the farm system for a River Ryan, a Kyle Hurt, or a Nick Frasso.i.Did this make sense to you?ii.Father time and injuries have not been kind to Syndergaard. In 2019, his fastball averaged 98 MPH. Today, it’s averaging 92.6 MPH. However, the Guardians have a history of getting guys to throw harder. Thoughts?b.They also re-acquired Kike Hernandez. He was pretty good the first time but awful with Boston. Will he

The following players are discussed:1. Andres Chaparro (NYY)2. Jackson Chourio (Mil)3. Sam Zavala (SD)4. Keyvn Castillo (LAA)5. Drew Thorpe (NYY)6. Angel Bastardo (Bos)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement

Fantasy Baseball Live! – July 23, 2023 @ 3 pm.Segments 1 and 2 - Review of the weekend gamesAdditional Questions1.Hyun Jin Ryu made his final rehab start and will join the Blue Jays. Are you starting him?2.Sal Frelick gets the call. Is he one of your big pickups this weekend?3.Just when you think that you don’t have to worry about starting a pitcher, Logan Webb has the 1.2 innings and six earned runs debacle. Just remarkable.a.By the way, CJ Abrams is starting to figure some things out.4.Give me three players you think will have bounce-back second halves?a.Seiya Suzuki b.Triston Casasc.Luis Severino5.Give me three players you believe will regress in the second half?a.Clayton Kershawb.Shoehi Ohtanic.Michael LorenzoSegment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 4 – Closer ReportCloseThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306394/advertisement