Fantasy Focus Baseball

By ESPN, Eric Karabell, Tristan Cockcroft

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ESPN fantasy experts Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockroft provide strategy, game overviews and injury reports.

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Stealing the Signs: How All...

11.20.2019

Major League Baseball has promised a thorough investigation into the Astros' stealing of pitching signs during their 2017 championship run, using a live video feed and...trash cans. At the owners meetings, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said there is no reason ...

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11.20.2019 Stealing the Signs: How Allegations Against the Astros Could Change Baseball Major League Baseball has promised a thorough investigation into the Astros' stealing of pitching signs during their 2017 championship run, using a live video feed and...trash cans. At the owners meetings, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said there is no reason ...
09.30.2019 Until Next Season Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft discuss final player rating, weigh in on the 2020 fantasy season, give their World Series predictions and give thanks to the crew for the f
09.26.2019 The End is Nigh Eric and Tristan discuss how fantasy managers should handle Gerrit Cole this weekend. Plus, the guys give a sneak peek at 2020 by talking about their rankings for the likes of Frankie Montas, Kyle Tucker and others.
09.23.2019 Nearing The End Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft weigh in on injuries to starting pitchers, the Cubs' meltdown and more. Plus, a myriad of Hashbrown, combo meals and more.
09.20.2019 Crunch Time Eric and Tristan preview the weekend in pitchers and discuss Cavan Biggio's future fantasy potential. Plus, the latest on injured star players and how it's affecting the fantasy postseason.
09.16.2019 Trout Is Out Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft weigh in on Mike Trout's season ending injury, Gavin Lux finding his rhythm, Austin Meadow's 30+ homers and more.
09.12.2019 Fractured Hope Eric and Tristan discuss the significance of the Christian Yelich injury. They also preview the weekend pitching matchups and talk about Jonathan Villar's good fantasy season.
09.09.2019 Dumping Dave Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft weigh in on the Red Sox firing Dave Dombrowksi, what to do with Javier Baez, combo meals from the weekend and answer your myriad Hashbrowns
09.05.2019 Soler Power AJ Mass fills in for Tristan and together he and Eric preview the weekend and talk about the power numbers for Joc Pederson and Jorge Soler. Plus, the latest on closers.
09.03.2019 No-Hitter For Verlander Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft discuss some news from the weekend, including Justin Verlander's no hitter and Kyle Tucker's promotion. Plus, a myriad of Hashbrowns!
08.29.2019 Saves in the Grave Eric and Tristan preview the weekend's pitching matchups and dole out advice on how to approach the final stretch of the fantasy season. Plus, they discuss the disappearance of the save.
08.26.2019 No Way, Jose Eric and Tristan discuss how the Jose Ramirez hand injury affects the Indians and his future draft stock. Plus, they talk about some of the league's hottest hitters and...eggplant parmesan?
08.22.2019 Bryce Bryce Baby Eric and Tristan preview the weekend in pitching and break down Bryce Harper's fantasy value. Plus, the guys speculate on the top performers in 2024.
08.19.2019 Two Aces In A Hole Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft discuss two aces with injuries, the exploding homerun rate, everyone's Combo Meal over the weekend and a myriad of hashbrowns.
08.15.2019 Draft Devers Eric and Tristan preview the weekend for the pitchers, check in on the "Closer Carousel" with the Braves and discuss if Rafael Devers warrants a first-round pick in 2020.
08.12.2019 Third Time's A Charm Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft discuss Reds OF Aristides Aquino and Astros DH Yordan Alvarez both hitting three homers on the same day, a myriad of hashbrowns and more.
08.08.2019 Bo Knows Eric and Tristan discuss Bo Bichette's hot start and Keston Hiura's awesomeness. Plus, the guys debate whether Ronald Acuna Jr. or Mike Trout will have a better 2020 season.
08.05.2019 More Injuries Than We Like Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft weigh in the continuing injuries for the Yankees, a weekend no-hitter, Vlad Guerrero's and Nelson Cruz's hitting power and more.Plus, they've got a combo meal and #Hashbrowns!
08.01.2019 Trades, Trades And More Trades! Eric and Tristan help you adjust for the player movement over the last few days and evaluate over/underrated players for 2020.
07.29.2019 The Curious Case Of Jose Ramirez Eric and Tristan react to Ramirez giving fantasy managers what they want, discuss the upside of Bichette and try to figure out the bullpens.
07.25.2019 We Are All Beliebers! Tristan and AJ talk the historical pace of Bieber, Hiura's viability, update various injuries and preview the weekend.
07.22.2019 Jeff Passan: Trade Deadline and ... Karaoke? Jeff Passan joins Tristan and AJ to break down the trade deadline ... and offer what might be the best karaoke performance of all time!
07.18.2019 Touting Tatis Eric and AJ evaluate rookie hitters, discuss their 2020 top 5 and try to sort out the bullpens.
07.15.2019 Adding The Birthday Boy! Eric and Tristan wonder why Ramon Laureano isn't universally rostered, discuss ballpark cuisine and help prepare you for the week ahead.
07.11.2019 Looking Ahead Eric and Tristan discuss the first half of the season, talk a dynasty ranking refresh and preview the weekend ahead!
07.01.2019 LeMazing! Eric and AJ breakdown the monster DJ LeMahieu season, evaluate rookie pitchers and preview the week ahead.
06.27.2019 What The Snell? Tristan and AJ welcome back injured players, detail the struggles of Blake Snell and have you covered on the weekend action.
06.24.2019 Piling Up Points Tristan and AJ evaluate the upside of the recent call-ups, discuss Walker Buehler's value and help you make smart moves in your points league.
06.20.2019 Regression To The Mean Eric and Tristan talk regression, take different sides on Justin Upton vs Jose Ramirez and preview the weekend.
06.17.2019 Home Run Derby Eric and Tristan discuss the Yankees adding another big bat, Lucas Giolitoas 2020 rank and preview the start of the week.
06.13.2019 Fantasy Baseball: Patience On Paddack Eric and Tristan discuss the demotion of Chris Paddack, debate Ohtani vs Laureano and sort the value of closers.
06.10.2019 Cool On Keuchel? Eric and Tristan break down the value of Keuchel in Atlanta and hot-shot Astro call-up Yordan Alvarez.
06.06.2019 Realigning Ranks Eric and Tristan discuss the value of Kimbrel/Bruce, evaluate the Cleveland pitching staff and preview the weekend ahead.
06.03.2019 All In on Odorizzi? Eric and Tristan debate Giolito vs Odorizzi and talk about adjusting expectations the rest of the way based on what we've seen thus far.
05.30.2019 Juice The Giolito Orange? Tristan Cockcroft and AJ Mass discuss juicing the Lucas Giolito orange, debate if Correa is really a star player, and share their thoughts on Derek Dietrich. Plus, your Q's!
05.23.2019 Beyond Worried Eric and Tristan lay out their 2019 expectations for some young stars, discuss innings caps and help you with the latest injuries.
05.20.2019 The Year of Yelich Eric and Tristan discuss the historical context of Christian Yelich, the sustainability of Bieber Fever and preview the first half of the week.
05.16.2019 Prospect Palooza Eric and Tristan assess the new wave of MLB talent, the value of Luke Jackson and preview the busy weekend ahead.
05.13.2019 Sustain or Disdain? Eric and Tristan discuss the hot starters that you need to trade away, closer chaos and the hierarchy of the Dodgers pitching staff. Plus, your Twitter hashbrowns!
05.09.2019 Moving On From Votto? Eric and Tristan aren't buying Mike Fiers after the no-no, are worried about Joey Votto and get you prepared for a big weekend!
05.06.2019 Ohtani's Return Eric and Tristan discuss the value of injured pitchers, Nick Senzel's first impression and long-term concerns over a star closer?
05.02.2019 Fantasy Baseball: Summoning Senzel Eric and Tristan talk the promotion of Nick Senzel and Nate Lowe, discuss the underrated Steven Matz and field your best questions!
04.29.2019 Boring But Successful? Eric and Tristan discuss if it's time to give up on Eloy Jimenez in addition to other prospect news, a pair of standout Sunday pitching performances and Twitter questions.
04.25.2019 Like Father Like Son Eric and Tristan discuss the promotion of Vlad Jr., sort out chaotic bullpens and catch up with Stephania Bell about Jacob deGrom's pending return.
04.22.2019 Who's Healthy? Eric and Tristan discuss the rash of injuries, highlight some streaming options for the week ahead and answer your questions!
04.18.2019 Sky's The Limit The crew discusses the odd Blake Snell injury, the value of Jose Ramirez and get excited about Guerrero Jr. in addition to assessing the bullpens & taking your questions.
04.15.2019 Por-SELL-o? Eric and Tristan recap everything from the weekend, break down Jose Altuve's power surge, discuss if Eddie Rosario is turning the corner and your Twitter questions!
04.11.2019 Sweating Severino? Eric and Tristan discuss the value moving forward of Pete Alonso, make closer calls and discuss Luis Severino with Stephania Bell.
04.08.2019 Adjusting Expectations? Eric and Tristan discuss the Cody Bellinger heater, caution about the Shane Greene bubble and preview the upcoming action.
04.04.2019 Hot Starts and Closer Darts Eric and Tristan dive into the latest injuries, detail confusing bullpens and discuss hot starts, plus your Twitter questions!

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Fantasy Focus Baseball episodes:

Stealing the Signs: How Allegations Against the Astros Could Change Baseball

Until Next Season

The End is Nigh

Nearing The End

Crunch Time

Trout Is Out

Fractured Hope

Dumping Dave

Soler Power

No-Hitter For Verlander

Saves in the Grave

No Way, Jose

Bryce Bryce Baby

Two Aces In A Hole

Draft Devers

Third Time's A Charm

Bo Knows

More Injuries Than We Like

Trades, Trades And More Trades!

The Curious Case Of Jose Ramirez

We Are All Beliebers!

Jeff Passan: Trade Deadline and ... Karaoke?

Touting Tatis

Adding The Birthday Boy!

Looking Ahead

LeMazing!

What The Snell?

Piling Up Points

Regression To The Mean

Home Run Derby

Fantasy Baseball: Patience On Paddack

Cool On Keuchel?

Realigning Ranks

All In on Odorizzi?

Juice The Giolito Orange?

Beyond Worried

The Year of Yelich

Prospect Palooza

Sustain or Disdain?

Moving On From Votto?

Ohtani's Return

Fantasy Baseball: Summoning Senzel

Boring But Successful?

Like Father Like Son

Who's Healthy?

Sky's The Limit

Por-SELL-o?

Sweating Severino?

Adjusting Expectations?

Hot Starts and Closer Darts

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