Breakfast with the Beats

Breakfast with the Beats

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Breakfast with the Beats episodes

  • BWB 026 - Winners and Losers

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    Winners and Losers

    Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, the first of the off-season, Mike and Dave discuss:

    - the final results of their most important leagues

    - the past, present, and future state of the Baltimore Orioles, Kansas City Royals, and Pittsburgh Pirates

    - the decisions they made in 2026 that either helped them win or cost them money

    - their offseason plans for relaxation


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    1 hr 6 min
  • BWB 025 - Is Failure an Option?

    BWB 025 - Is Failure an Option?

    Welcome to episode 25 of Breakfast with the Beats. In this edition, Mike and Dave talk about:

    1. Players we're confused about for 2027
      1. Connor Norby
      2. Miguel Vargas
    2. The ceiling for Kevin McGonigle in fantasy
    3. The optimism in Los Angeles for the Angels
    4. The disappointing Seattle Mariners
    5. The concerning comments by Paul Skenes and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
    6. The MLB Playoffs with a fantasy spin

    Then, in the mental health moment, the guys discuss how they deal with failure daily.


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    1 hr
  • BWB 024 - The Final Countdown

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    The Final Countdown

    Welcome to the latest episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this edition, the guys discuss:

    - Players who have impressed us in September with the potential for that success to carry over into 2027: Kyle Tucker and Carter Jensen

    - Steven Kwan and his second-half performance

    - Andrés Muñoz and his new secret weapon

    - Bryce Harper and the Phillies' chances of winning a World Series

    - How to prepare for the final week of the season: streamers, adds, drops, and schedules

    - Dynasty baseball tips and tricks

    - In our Mental Health Moment, we discuss how we handle the unknown

     

     


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    52 min
  • BWB 023 - Late-Season Must-Add Players

    BWB 023 - Late-Season Must-Add Players

    Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave are back, discussing:

    - Players we need to step up over the final two weeks of the season: José Ramírez, Julio Rodríguez, Josh Naylor, Trea Turner

    - The stability of the White Sox bullpen: Hagen Smith, Grant Taylor

    - What lies ahead for the Dodgers: Shohei Ohtani

    - Players returning from injury that you need to know about for the final two weeks:

    1. Ryan O’Hearn
    2. Shea Langeliers
    3. Carlos Correa
    4. JJ Wetherholt
    5. Nathan Eovaldi
    6. Edwin Díaz
    7. Trey Yesavage
    8. Willson Contreras
    9. Xavier Edwards
    10. Connelly Early
    11. Maikel Garcia
    12. Roki Sasaki

    - Save opportunities in obscure situations:

    1. 1. Erik Tolman
    2. 2. Mason Montgomery
    3. 3. Trent Harris
    4. 4. Brandyn Garcia 

    Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss life as empty-nesters.


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    1 hr 9 min
  • BWB 022 - You Just Made The List

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    You Just Made The List

     

    Welcome to Episode 22 of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss:

    - Luis Robert Jr. and his latest journey

    - Freddy Peralta and the changes that he has made

    - Nick Pollack's annual end-of-season "List" article discussing every team's matchups down the stretch.

    - Nerves in our Mental Health Moment

    For reference, here is Nick's article: https://pitcherlist.com/the-list-8-31-your-sp-guide-for-the-playoffs-based-on-expected-schedules/


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    1 hr 16 min
  • BWB 021 - It's Okay to Disagree

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    It's Okay to Disagree

     

    Mike and Dave are back with another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, the guys discuss:

    • Teams they feel comfortable streaming pitchers against over the final month of the season
    • The struggles of Jacob deGrom
    • The potential of George Klassen
    • The Triple Crown possibilities for Yordan Alvarez
    • Then, the guys get into the war room, debating topics such as:

      • the strategy of drafting an early-round starter
      • the future of Oneil Cruz
      • if it's worth drafting an early-round closer
      • the value of having SB+BA players over power, such as Chandler Simpson and Xavier Edwards
      • Finally, in their Mental Health Moment, they discuss how they handle disagreements in their everyday lives.


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        1 hr 9 min
      • BWB 020 - Round One Predictions

        BWB 020 - Round One Predictions

        Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss:

        • players that made us pivot from our original plans
          • Willy Adames
          • Miguel Vargas
          • the sustainability of Brayan Bello
          • the possibility that Parker Messick is an ace
          • the latest on Ketel Marte
          • round one busts from 2026
          • a potential round one lineup for next spring
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            Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys discuss how to handle last-minute changes to their plans.


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            1 hr 5 min
          • BWB 019 - The Chaotic Nature of Injuries and Saves

            Breakfast with the Beats

            The Chaotic Nature of Injuries and Saves

             

            Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, Mike and Dave discuss:

             

            • trades that we made in our fantasy leagues
            • trades that we didn't make in our fantasy leagues
            • if George Lombard Jr. is the answer at shortstop for the Yankees
            • whether Foster Griffin can continue his 2026 success in Cleveland
            • if Francisco Lindor is right about the Mets being a winning team
            • injury situations to monitor:
              • the Braves rotation
              • the Yankees outfield
              • the Cubs rotation
              • the Dodgers catching
              • the Pirates hitters
              • the Padres rotation
              • closer situations to monitor:
                • committees to watch in Chicago (x2), Colorado, Los Angeles (x2), New York Mets, San Francisco
                • Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss the challenges of maintaining physical fitness goals while working.


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                  1 hr 9 min
                • BWB 018 - State of the Union Address

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                  State of the Union Address

                  Welcome back to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, we discuss:

                  • players that should be added because of opportunities
                  • every team's trade deadline fallout and expectations moving forward
                  • how we deal with the monotony and grind of a long work schedule
                  • All that and more in the latest episode of Breakfast with the Beats.


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                    1 hr 23 min
                  • BWB 017 - Patience is a Virtue

                    Breakfast with the Beats

                    Episode 017 - Patience is a Virtue

                     

                    Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Mike and Dave are back as they discuss:

                    • under-the-radar players to pick up now that should have an opportunity after the trade deadline
                    • the state of Shohei Ohtani with respect to his lingering injuries
                    • who the Reds should trade away at the deadline, and why they need to sell now
                    • why this is an important trade deadline for the Marlins and how they shouldn't be sellers
                    • innings concerns with pitchers to end the season; players discussed:
                      • Reid Detmers
                      • Cade Cavalli
                      • Michael King
                      • Braxton Ashcraft
                      • Jacob Misiorowski
                      • Cam Schlittler
                      • Brandon Young
                      • Max Meyer
                      • Justin Wrobleski
                      • tidbits about the schedule down the stretch
                      • whether or not we can drop the following players
                        • Framber Valdez
                        • Luis Castillo
                        • Kevin Gausman
                        • Trey Yesavage
                        • Jarren Duran
                        • Jazz Chisholm Jr. Jr.
                        • Gunnar Henderson
                        • Corbin Carroll
                        • And finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss our professional level of confidence.


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                          1 hr 12 min

                        About Breakfast with the Beats

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                        Discussion with local beat reporters with a fantasy baseball twist