D.J. (@djshort) and Drew (@drewsilv) are joined by Jared Diamond (@jareddiamond) of the Wall Street Journal to break down the madness of the MLB Trade Deadline. They discuss a reported blockbuster between the Dodgers and Nationals sending Trea Turner and Max Scherzer to Los Angeles as well as Anthony Rizzo headed to the Yankees. Finally, they break down the teams that need to make a move and other trades which could go down in advance of Friday's 4 p.m. ET deadline.

MLB Trade Deadline Eve; Yankees add Rizzo; Dodgers/Nationals blockbuster?

Looking for top-notch fantasy baseball analysis covering draft strategy, waiver wire pickups, the latest injury news, or insight on the newest prospect call-up? Rotoworld Baseball Show delivers that and much, much more. Join D.J. Short, Rotoworld’s senior manager of fantasy content, and Eric Samulski as they break down everything you need to know.

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Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) break down the latest news in baseball, including the promotions of Jack Leiter and Andy Pages and the injuries to Ozzie Albies, Yu Darvish, and Seiya Suzuki. Then they discuss the pitchers who have seen the biggest gains or losses in strikeout rate. Are we seeing breakouts for Reid Detmers and MacKenzie Gore? Should Ryan Weathers be rostered everywhere? Is it time to panic with Kevin Gausman and Aaron Nola? Could Alexis Diaz lose his grasp on the closer's gig in Cincinnati and much more.

Jack Leiter Headlines Top Call Ups + Pitcher Whiff Rate Trends

Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) break down the most recent news and transactions, including Bobby Miller, Carlos Correa, and Jake Burger headed to the IL with Justin Verlander and Jameson Taillon returning. They also break down some of Yahoo formats' most added/dropped players. Is it time to add Michael Busch and Brandon Marsh in more formats? Why didn't MacKenzie Gore rostered more widely? Is it time to move on from Jose Leclerc and Tanner Scott? They discuss all that and more.

Justin Verlander Nears Return + Popular Waiver Wire Adds/Drops

Eric Samulski @SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) look at some early plate discipline improvements and struggles. Is it time to be worried about Nolan Arenado or Thairo Estrada? Did we have unrealistic expectations for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Where has Corbin Carroll's power gone? Is now also a good time to acquire Jonathan India or Evan Carter? Are Jazz Chisholm and Jose Siri in for breakout seasons? Plus, they break down what to expect from Jackson Holliday now that he's up with the Orioles and discuss more breaking news.

Jackson Holliday Called Up + Early Plate Discipline Trends

Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@Scott_Pianowski) discuss the recent string of pitching injuries and whether baseball can fix the issue. They then discuss some of the added and dropped players over the weekend. Can Jose Siri and Jose Caballero help fantasy managers in need of speed? Does Michael Busch warrant an add? Are we finally getting the Reid Detmers breakout? What should fantasy managers expect from Ronel Blanco and Cody Bradford and much more.

Spencer Strider headlines pitcher injuries + Brendan Donovan and more Waiver Wire adds

Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) discuss their own rules for deciding when a player is worth a waiver claim and then look at some hitters who have really enticing schedules for the upcoming weekend. Plus, they cover some breaking news and discuss in what leagues it’s safe to drop Josh Jung or why you need to be adding Brice Turang and Will Benson.

MLB Trade Deadline Eve; Yankees add Rizzo; Dodgers/Nationals blockbuster?

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