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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Underrated Players To Acquire

07.22.2021

Eric and Tristan discuss FAAB budgeting ahead of the deadline (2:00), some big-time injuries/the free agents to consider (4:45), the Yermin Mercedes situation (8:40) and the impact of the crackdown on grip substances (10:50). They discuss the consistently underrated Chris ...

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07.22.2021 Underrated Players To Acquire Eric and Tristan discuss FAAB budgeting ahead of the deadline (2:00), some big-time injuries/the free agents to consider (4:45), the Yermin Mercedes situation (8:40) and the impact of the crackdown on grip substances (10:50). They discuss the consistently underrated Chris ...
07.19.2021 Streaking: Time To Take Notice? Eric and Tristan discuss a pair of big injuries in New York (0:45), stability versus potential on the waiver wire (4:00), Jake Cronenworth's value (9:25) and if whispers around Giancarlo Stanton's position matter (15:50). They discuss reliever values as the ...
07.15.2021 Star Players: Second Half And Beyond Eric and Tristan discuss the impact of the All Star festivities (1:00), evaluate the top of the MLB Draft (11:20) and offer insight on the Ronald Acuna torn ACL (15:20). In the second half of the podcast, they prepare you ...
07.08.2021 Valuable Pitchers And Second Half Regression Eric and Tristan talk Clayton Kershaw's trip to the IL (0:55), the pending return of Eloy Jimenez (4:25) and name their most valuable pitcher of the first half (6:20). Tristan debunks the "Home Run Derby Curse" (10:00) before they talk ...
07.06.2021 First Half League Winners Eric and Tristan talk first half hitter of the year candidates (1:15) and the top value on the board thus far (5:55) before talking injuries (7:50) and the Trevor Bauer situation (10:55). They discuss the staying power of recent combo ...
07.01.2021 Batting Averages, Cycle Meals & Silly Songs Tristan Cockcroft and AJ Mass break down everything you need to know heading into the 4th of July weekend, including another YES-NO segment on pitchers, if AJ is worried about lower batting averages across the league and your twitter hasbrowns!
06.28.2021 EK & DD Throwback Podcast! Eric is joined by Daniel Dopp (Kyle and Tristan are on vacation) and together they (Eric), dive into this week's set of games, play a YES - NO game with starting pitchers, talk combo meals, closer carousel and of course, ...
06.24.2021 Popular Adds: Buy Or Sell? Eric and Tristan discuss the Hall of Fame credentials of Wander Franco (0:15), what to do on the waiver wire (5:00), the Blue Jays lineup (10:20) and annoying sounds at the house that only occur during the podcast (15:40). They ...
06.21.2021 "Expect Greatness" Eric and Tristan celebrate Wander Franco Day (1:10), remain in awe of slugger Shohei (12:50) and discuss a pair of hitters currently hotter than the sun (16:20)! They, of course, help you solve 9th innings (27:30) and preview the week ...
06.17.2021 You Lost Your Ace, Now What? Eric and Tristan talk about trying to build a competitive roster amid injuries (0:50), revisit Jared Walsh vs Matt Olson (15:55), help you find saves (24:00) and preview the weekend (28:00).
06.14.2021 Can You Betts on Mookie? Eric and Tristan talk early season standings (1:20), what to make of the returning Twins (3:00), Trevor Bauer's recent bump in the road (7:35) and if the Mookie struggles are worrisome (11:30). After that, a disagreement on a recently trending ...
06.10.2021 Moving Pieces Eric and Tristan tackle the impact of Spider Tack (0:50), wonder if prospects are worth it in redraft formats (4:30), warn about summer inning limits (12:40) and discuss the impact of weather (14:30). They run down the closer news (19:30) ...
06.07.2021 Too Legit To Quit? Eric and Tristan talk through the Jesse Winker (0:15) and Patrick Wisdom (5:00) production, Byron Buxton 2.0 (9:15) and preview the week ahead (23:30) before having the Luis Severino discussion (36:40) and answering your hash browns (34:25)!
06.03.2021 Reaction Time: Tough Roster Decisions Eric and Tristan discuss players on the fringe of free agency in ESPN leagues (0:25), a Mets duo to buy low on (10:00), pitchers nearing the ranking discussion (14:00) and closers on shaky ground (19:20). And, of course, they prepare ...
06.01.2021 Trade Chatter: Cash In Your Chips? Eric and Tristan highlight the points league leader one-third of the way through the season (0:40), evaluate the rest of season value of Trevor Story (6:25), wonder who the top pick if drafting right now would be (8:30) and mine ...
05.27.2021 Triple Crown? Eric and Tristan try their best to help you cure the injury bug (0:30), debate Cody Bellinger vs Christian Yelich (6:20), offer up their thoughts on the holiday weekend slate (14:15) and answer your best questions (27:44).
05.24.2021 Here Come Hiura: Difference Maker? Eric and Tristan discuss the interesting Rays trade (0:30), buying opportunities resulting from injuries (6:00), the Luis Castillo problem (8:00) and advice to "win your league right now"! The Brewers made an impactful move mid-show (16:00) and they break down ...
05.20.2021 Los Angeles: The City of ... Injuries Eric and Tristan talk with Stephania Bell about the injuries in Los Angeles (1:00) including a potential "turning point" moment for Mike Trout (17:30), no hitter palooza (22:00), a look at an elite closer gaining a role (24:00) and some ...
05.17.2021 Hold'em Or Fold'em? Eric and Tristan react to the Corey Seager injury (1:00), wonder what to do with the pitchers blowing up your ERA (11:00), a "points league building block" that doesn't get enough respect (12:05) and a look back at the surprise ...
05.13.2021 Rest Of Season Difference Makers Eric and Tristan evaluate Seattle's youth movement (1:05), discuss the mechanics of a fantasy trade (6:35), breakdown the impact injuries have on pitcher ranks (8:15) and ponder what early season breakouts mean long-term (12:20). They've got you covered on closers ...
05.10.2021 Streaks: Sustainable Or Stay Away? Eric and Tristan breakdown a pair of banged up top-10 players (0:45), wonder if recent hot streaks are worth your while (4:15) and look at the weekend combo meals (14:45) before diving into the bullpens (21:40) and the upcoming schedule ...
05.06.2021 Pitcher Ranks: Downgrade deGrom and Move Means? Eric and Tristan adjust their John Means ranks with caution (0:45), discuss the impact of repeat injuries on stars (4:45), wonder what the future brings for the Dodgers (9:55) and outline the staying power of hot hitters (11:40). They then ...
05.03.2021 Keep, Cut Or Hold? Eric and Tristan talk April's finest (1:00), a sneaky power/speed option (4:56), what to do with some scuffling players rostered everywhere (6:55) and the sustainability of Tyler O'Neil's production (14:20). Of course, they've got you covered on the pitchers to ...
04.29.2021 April Numbers Bring May ... Eric and Tristan decide on the top April storylines (1:15), evaluate popular recent transactions (8:15), wonder about panic button pitchers (10:15) and let you know if you need to worry about a handful of injuries (12:30). After that, they mine ...
04.26.2021 Which Came First: Bumgarner Or The Braves? Eric and Tristan wonder if the Braves or Diamondbacks deserve the most credit for the historic double header (0:25), ponder Fernando Tatis' (5:00) true value and rundown the big injuries (7:30) moving forward before talk early disappointments (13:00) and if ...
04.22.2021 The Young And The Productive Eric and Tristan are running out of superlatives around Corbin Burnes (0:35), talk a very overrated player (3:35), a predictable injury (7:00) that paves the way for fantasy upside and some hitters trending strongly in both directions (13:00). As always, ...
04.19.2021 Assessing Panic Levels Eric and Tristan talk dealing with health uncertainties both short and long (1:40), which former MVP is a major rest of season concern (8:22) and their trust on some impressive fast starts (12:45). You can't leave any podcast without your ...
04.15.2021 "He Looks Like A Fantasy Monster!" Eric and Tristan talk Carlos Rodon value (0:05), long-term worries on Christian Yelich (5:20) and hitters that are gaining steam (7:05). Who is the young ace you should trust most (10:25)? Is it safe to bank on Craig Kimbrel (16:00)? ...
04.12.2021 Moving On From Joe Musgrove? That's A No-No Eric and Tristan wonder if you really should be moving Joe Musgrove after the no-no (2:00), evaluate some Player Rater surprises (7:45) and sort out bullpen hierarchy for a handful of competitive teams (14:30). A preview of the upcoming three ...
04.08.2021 Injuries: Playing The Long Game Stephania Bell joins the show to discuss the star injuries of Week 1 (0:25) while Eric and Tristan discuss the resulting value (16:20). They also talk the healthy players that are hitting (23:30), who is closing games (37:40) and value ...
04.05.2021 Already Time To Move On? Eric and Tristan offer insight on what to make of Shohei Ohtani's eventful Sunday Night (0:52), the advanced metrics behind Yermin Mercedes (6:25) and try to determine what Week 1 stars are the real deal (10:15) before taking a look ...
04.01.2021 Let The Games Begin! Eric and Tristan wonder if Adalberto Mondesi losses any value as a result of opening the season on the IL (1:00), the impact of Andrew Vaughn not being in the Day 1 lineup (6:25) and the closers that are getting ...
03.29.2021 2021 Rankings: Should You aVoit Luke? Eric brings up a Week 1 sleeper (2:15) before he and Tristan discuss some potential value gainers resulting from recent injuries (3:15)/spring production (12:30) and the rash of bullpen committees heading into Opening Day (25:00).
03.25.2021 Ranking Adjustments: Bumps And Bruises Eric and Tristan breakdown the rash of Spring injuries one week before Opening Day (0:45), talk the Lance McCullers contract (16:10) and give you a few names who have an arrow pointing straight up (18:55).
03.22.2021 Rankings: An Underrated Pitcher And Hitter Don't pay for ... backstops (2:15)! Eric and Tristan discuss a player they both drafted in TOUT over the weekend (10:15), the Dodgers infield (15:05) and what to do with Carlos Carrasco (17:15) before the chaos of closers (19:25) and ...
03.18.2021 2021 Rankings: No Thanks! Eric and Tristan talk a spring standout hitter (2:00) and debate Victor Robles' value this season (4:45). They take a look at you can learn from Spring games, discuss the most overrated players on the board for 2021 (13:00) and ...
03.15.2021 Shuffling Rankings And Strategies Eric and Tristan talk Stephen Strasburg's price point (0;55) and some value bats to consider (4:10) before detailing the new Custom Dollar Generator (8:10). They also discuss the middle tier of pitchers battling injuries (9:20), if Ohtani is worth it ...
03.11.2021 The Process Behind ESPN Projections For 2021 The Prince of Projections Todd Zola lays out his process (1:42) and the difference in projections/ranks (8:42) before Eric and Tristan talk about the recent news (28:20) and address your questions!
03.08.2021 Stars And Scrubs? Building A Roster In 2021 Eric and Tristan discuss some early spring performances (7:32) before breaking down their strategies in the LABR "only" salary cap drafts from the weekend (9:49): bargains, regrets and player evaluation.
03.01.2021 Which Rookies Are Ready To Produce? Eric grills MLB Insider Kiley McDaniel on Wander Franco (0:39) and rookie ranks in redraft (2:10) before AJ Mass stops by to get you ready for your Points League draft (19:00).
02.22.2021 Catcher Value, Pitcher News and Shohei Ohtani's Ranking Eric and Tristan talk about JT Realmuto's value (0:55), the bump for Mariners prospects (11:20), reaction to recent pitcher news (17:56), the Shohei Ohtani conundrum (21:25), closers (28:12) and much more!
02.17.2021 Experts Mixed League Recap Eric and Tristan discuss the recent minor signings, sift through bullpens (10:45), break down the LABR Mixed League Draft (19:50) and answer your hashbrowns (31:16)!
02.15.2021 Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit; 2021 Season Preview Stars, sleepers, busts and so much more! Eric and Tristan breakdown the early rounds (0:30), first base (1:55), second base (7:19), shortstop (12:52), third base (17:54), outfield (22:55), designated hitters (29:50), catchers (31:27), starting pitchers (34:56) and closers (43:24) in ...
02.09.2021 Is Trevor Bauer A Tier 1 Pitcher? Eric and Tristan talk Trevor Bauer’s spot among the fantasy elite, resigned big bats and a middle infielder that will see his value spike in his new home!
02.01.2021 Going Going Gone From Coors Eric and Tristan discuss what the move from Colorado to St. Louis means for Nolan Arenado, how positional/statistical scarcity impacted Tristan's recent draft and the other impact signings over the past week.
01.25.2021 Finding An Edge In Fantasy Baseball 2021 Eric and Tristan break down two stats that often get overlooked and what it means for their rankings, discuss George Springer's long-term value and answer your questions!
01.19.2021 Rankings: Which Winter Signings Matter Most? Eric and Tristan discuss the impact of the recent signings (Musgrove, Kluber, LeMahieu and more) on the 2021 ranks, take swings at trivia, answer your questions and rank the top Simpsons season!
01.07.2021 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Francisco Lindor Trade Eric is shifting Francisco Lindor in his rankings: which direction and how much of a move? He and Tristan discuss Lindor's new value, Carlos Carassco's tempting ceiling and what's left in Cleveland.
01.05.2021 Padres Power Up Eric and Tristan discuss the value of Yu Darvish/Blake Snell in San Diego and Josh Bell in Washington in addition to highlighting prospects on the move and their future upside.
12.21.2020 Rankings Reaction To Free Agency Eric and Tristan discuss what the first wave of free agency signings mean for 2021. A top-10 closer? New place, same value for a starter? A sleeper hitter on the move?

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Fantasy Focus Baseball episodes:

Underrated Players To Acquire

Streaking: Time To Take Notice?

Star Players: Second Half And Beyond

Valuable Pitchers And Second Half Regression

First Half League Winners

Batting Averages, Cycle Meals & Silly Songs

EK & DD Throwback Podcast!

Popular Adds: Buy Or Sell?

"Expect Greatness"

You Lost Your Ace, Now What?

Can You Betts on Mookie?

Moving Pieces

Too Legit To Quit?

Reaction Time: Tough Roster Decisions

Trade Chatter: Cash In Your Chips?

Triple Crown?

Here Come Hiura: Difference Maker?

Los Angeles: The City of ... Injuries

Hold'em Or Fold'em?

Rest Of Season Difference Makers

Streaks: Sustainable Or Stay Away?

Pitcher Ranks: Downgrade deGrom and Move Means?

Keep, Cut Or Hold?

April Numbers Bring May ...

Which Came First: Bumgarner Or The Braves?

The Young And The Productive

Assessing Panic Levels

"He Looks Like A Fantasy Monster!"

Moving On From Joe Musgrove? That's A No-No

Injuries: Playing The Long Game

Already Time To Move On?

Let The Games Begin!

2021 Rankings: Should You aVoit Luke?

Ranking Adjustments: Bumps And Bruises

Rankings: An Underrated Pitcher And Hitter

2021 Rankings: No Thanks!

Shuffling Rankings And Strategies

The Process Behind ESPN Projections For 2021

Stars And Scrubs? Building A Roster In 2021

Which Rookies Are Ready To Produce?

Catcher Value, Pitcher News and Shohei Ohtani's Ranking

Experts Mixed League Recap

Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit; 2021 Season Preview

Is Trevor Bauer A Tier 1 Pitcher?

Going Going Gone From Coors

Finding An Edge In Fantasy Baseball 2021

Rankings: Which Winter Signings Matter Most?

Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Francisco Lindor Trade

Padres Power Up

Rankings Reaction To Free Agency

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