Fantasy Baseball Live – February 16 2025 @ 3 pm ET

Segment 1 – News and Notes
1.Alex Bregman finally signed with Boston for three years and $120 million. While it wasn’t a lengthy deal, the AAV of $40 is tremendous. Of course, he can opt-out after each year.
a.Let’s examine the Boston Red Sox lineup to see what shakes out given that there is a strong possibility he plays second.
2.Many thought the Padres were sellers, but they signed Nick Pivetta to a four-year, $55 million contract.
a.He had a solid season in 2024 – 172 Ks in 142 IP with a 4.14 ERA. The data says there is more in the tank, and Petco will help with his flyball tendencies—what are your thoughts?


Segment 2 – Outfield Preview
1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?
2.We will break down the top 30 to 45 in detail. Then, go through 30 or so in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.
3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?
4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?
5.Give me a couple of sleepers
6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

The following players are discussed:
1. Roki Sasaki (RHP, LAD)
2. Travis Bazzana (2B, Cle)
3. JJ Wetherholt (2B, STL)
4. Nick Kurtz (1B, Oak)
5. Charlie Condon (OF, Col)
6. Braden Montgomery (OF, CHW)
7. Jac Caglianone (1B, KC)
8. Chase Burns (RHP, Cin)
9. Hagen Smith (LHP, CHW)
10. Bryce Rainer (SS, Det)
11. Konnor Griffin (OF, Pit)
12. Cam Smith (3B, CHC)
13. Christian Moore (2B, LAA)
14. James Tibbs (OF, SF)
15. Josuar De Jesus Gonzalez (SS, SF)
16. Trey Yesavage (RHP, Tor)
17. Jurrangelo Cijntje (BHP, Sea)
18. Elian Pena (SS, NYM)
19. Slade Caldwell (OF, Ari)
20. Hye-seong Kim (2B, LAD)

Fantasy Baseball Live – February 16 2025 @ 3 pm ET

Segment 1 – News and Notes
1.Alex Bregman finally signed with Boston for three years and $120 million. While it wasn’t a lengthy deal, the AAV of $40 is tremendous. Of course, he can opt-out after each year.
a.Let’s examine the Boston Red Sox lineup to see what shakes out given that there is a strong possibility he plays second.
2.Many thought the Padres were sellers, but they signed Nick Pivetta to a four-year, $55 million contract.
a.He had a solid season in 2024 – 172 Ks in 142 IP with a 4.14 ERA. The data says there is more in the tank, and Petco will help with his flyball tendencies—what are your thoughts?


Segment 2 – Outfield Preview
1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?
2.We will break down the top 30 to 45 in detail. Then, go through 30 or so in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.
3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?
4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?
5.Give me a couple of sleepers
6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

As I mentioned on Sunday, we lost the full podcast with Tim. However, I was able to salvage the first 30 minutes. It's good stuff. Enjoy!

Fantasy Baseball Live – February 9, 2025 @ 3 PM ET

Segment 1 – News and Notes
1.The Mets re-upped with Pete Alonso on a two-year deal. The league has learned its lesson from hulking First Base sluggers like Alonso, and consequently, it’s become more challenging for them to land the big contract.
a.Your thoughts on the deal. Are there any changes at all in where you draft him
2.Phew. Jack Flaherty managers give a sigh of relief when he re-upped with the Tigers for a two-year deal that is front-loaded with an opt-out. So, assuming he doesn’t get hurt, he’ll likely opt out.
a.Will he be more of the 2024 version on the 2022-23 pitcher?
3.The Angels were at it again, signing Yoan Moncada to a one-year, $5 million contract.
a.This is why I’m so critical of the Angels. This is a dumb deal to me. He hasn’t been able to stay healthy, and if it weren’t for a .406-fueled 2019 season, where he hit 25 home runs and batted.315, I’m not sure anybody would be thinking about him. Not to lead the witness, but what do you think? Am I all wet?
4.Well the Tirso Ornelas came crashing down when the Padres signed the power-couple duo of Jason Heyward and Connor Joe. Oh well. Thoughts.


Segment 2 – AL West

1.Houston Astros
a.Isaac Paredes 2025 stat line: HR, RBI, and BA
i.Will he be a downgrade from Alex Bregman, upgrade, or about the same?
b.Chas McCormack (608.80 ADP), Jake Meyers (611.36), and Taylor Trammell (750.51) are the projected starting outfield. We’ve discussed previously about how weak it is. Do you have any interest?
i.Over/Under Pedro Leon of 200 ABs
c.Luis Garcia had TJS in 2023 and should be a full go this spring. In his last full season in 2022, he was pretty good. His ADP is 365. Is he a sneaky add in a draft?
d.Spencer Arrighetti pitched to a 5.63 ERA in the first half and a 3.18 in the second. His batting average against went from .268 to .226. Any interest. His ADP is 216.9
e.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)

2.Los Angeles Angels
a.True or False. Mike Trout will win a World Series with the Angels before his career ends.
i.Stat line for Trout: AB, HR, SB, BA
b.Jo Adell’s ADP is 290.89 and he’s going as the 71st outfielder off the board. He hits the ball extremely hard and sprint speed in the 86th percentile. There is going to be pressure on his batting average as he doesn’t make great contact. However, if he gets playing time, isn’t there 20-20 potential here?
i.Will he get the playing time?
c.Yoan Moncada stat line for 2025: AB, HR, and BA
d.Nolan Schanuel – Over/Under 15 home runs
e.Is Kikuchi more like the Astros version in 2025 or more like the “every other” season for the Angels in 2025?
i.We will look at where he’s going in drafts.
f.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)


3.Athletics
a.Tyler Soderstrom was a top prospect for several years, but has yet to establish himself in the Majors. Will he this year or will Kurtz beat him to the punch?
i.Nick Kurtz 2025 stat line: AB, HR, BA
b.Lawrence Butler went 22 and 18 in 451 PAs last year. Over/Under 50 combined SB and HR for 2025?
c.Who would you rather roster: Luis Severino (290.0) or Jeffrey Springs (239.3)?
d.Will Mason Miller be on the Athletics on August 1?
e.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)

4.Seattle Mariners
a.In one of our Dynasty League startups, I considered drafting Victor Robles but couldn’t pull the trigger. I studied the data, and while he stole 34 bases last season, he’s not a burner with sprint speeds in the 63rd percentile. A .370 BABIP drove his .307 batting average, and given his poor exit velocity, I don’t see that sticking or much power. Am I too low on Robles? I don’t get the hype, as he's going as the 49th OF off the board.
b.One of our Patreon members reminded me that we don’t talk enough about Seattle's poor hit park factors (T-Mobile). It’s last in the league. Should this give you pause at the draft table for guys like J-Rod, Raleigh, and Arozarena?
c.Will Julio Rodriguez be drafted in the first round in 2026?
d.Do you think the Mariners should trade one of their big starters for some offense? If so, who would you suggest?
i.An ideal trading partner would be the Orioles.
e.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)

5.Texas Rangers
a.Evan Carter state line for 2025: AB, HR, SB, and BA
i. Will he be a full-time or platoon player by mid-season?
b.Adolis Garcia had a down season in 2025. Although his speed has decreased, he still hits the ball extremely hard. Do you think he’s more of a 30 to 35-home-run guy or a 25-home-run guy with pressure on his batting average?
i.We will look at where he is being drafted and look at other players around him
c.Do we see the break out of Wyatt Langford in 2025?
i.He will be _______________ round pick in 2026.
d.RosterResource lists Chris Martin as the closer in Texas. Are you buying that?
e.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)

Tim interviews Rich about the prospects of the Athletics, Mariners, and Rangers

Tim interviews Rich about the prospects of the Astros and Angels

Segment 1 – News and Notes
1.The Reds signed Austin Hayes to play left field. It was a small sign, and this means no Will Benson (14 HR and 16 SB) or Rece Hinds. Is there any interest?
a.They also acquire Taylor Rogers from the Giants for RHP Braxton Roxby. Rodgers had 31 saves in 2022 and a decent season last year with the Giants. How many save opportunities do you think he gets with the Reds? Handcuff for Alexis Diaz?
2.The Rays sign Ha-Seong Kim for two years with an opt-out after the first year. Scott Boras suggested that he return after labrum surgery in April of last September. AJ Preller said more May or June. Do you have any interest in Kim for 2025?
3.Max Scherzer signs with the Jays for one year and $15.5 million

Segment 2 – Third Base Preview
1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?
2.We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail. Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.
3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?
4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?
5.Give me a couple of sleepers
6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

Fantasy Baseball Live – January 26 2025 @ 7:00 PM ET

Segment 1 – News and Notes
1.The Dodgers sign RHP Kirby Yates, right after signing LHP Tanner Scott. Do you see a split in save opportunities or do you believe Scott will still be the guy who gets the most save chances?
2.The Braves sign Jurickson Profar to a three-year, $42 million deal. He had a breakout season at age 31 last year with the Padres. His hard-hit rates went way up, and he’s one of the best in the league at controlling the strike zone. The speed is modest. On paper, he looks great, but is he? What do you think?
3.The A’s sign 18-year-old Shotaro Morri. He’s a two-way player who hit 45 home runs in high school and can hit 95 MPH off the mound. What can you tell us about him?

Segment 2 – Shortstop Preview
1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?
2.We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail. Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.
3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?
4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?
5.Give me a couple of sleepers
6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

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