D.J. (@djshort) and Scott (@scott_pianowski) preview the second half of the MLB season. They discuss storylines to watch, notable names who could be traded this month, as well as prospects and possible breakout candidates. Finally, they discuss current odds for postseason and individual awards.

Second Half MLB preview (Storylines to watch, trade candidates, division/award odds)

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), Scott Pianowski (@Scott_Pianowski), and D.J. Short (@djshort) break down recent news, including injuries to Grayson Rodriguez and Mike Trout and the promotions of Tyler Black and Jordan Beck. Then, they analyze the recent Yahoo! Friends and Family Draft. How early does Elly De La Cruz go? How far does Corbin Carroll fall? Are people drafting starting pitchers earlier now than in March? Plus, where did early-season stars like Gunnar Henderson, Shota Imanaga, Ranger Suarez, CJ Abrams, and more get drafted, and how different did the top 100 picks look one month into the season?

Mike Trout Injured + Friends & Family Draft Reaction, Surprises

April 29: Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@Scott_Pianowski) review the weekend's biggest news and top waiver adds including what to do about injuries to Nolan Jones, Jesus Luzardo, and Craig Kimbrel. They address how the return of Carlos Correa might impact popular waiver adds in Minnesota, and why it's time for people to take a chance on Jo Adell, Garrett Cooper, and Brenton Doyle. They also discuss general waiver wire organization strategy, give their opinions on this week's trendy waiver adds like Mike Tauchman, Bailey Falter, Simeon Woods-Richardson, and discuss why Eric feels now is the time to stash Taj Bradley.

Nolan Jones, Jesus Luzardo and More Key Injuries + Jo Adell Headlines Top Waiver Adds

Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) review the most recent news and notes like injuries to Blake Snell and Merrill Kelly and Jordan Walker being demoted. Then they look at Statcast's EV50 stat to see hitters who are making good early-season contact. Are we seeing a breakout for Jordan Westburg or Brenton Doyle? Is Oneil Cruz at risk of a demotion? Is Starling Marte finally healthy? Plus, how long can people keep believing in Ceddanne Rafaela and Evan Carter?

Jordan Walker Demoted, Blake Snell Injured + Early Exit Velocity Standouts

April 22: Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) break down this weekend’s news and top waiver adds. Can you hold onto Francisco Alvarez in all leagues? How worried should you be about Merrill Kelly and Cristian Javier? Why you should believe in Luis Garcia Jr. and Bryan De La Cruz and why it may be time to be concerned about Aaron Nola, Nick Castellanos and more.

Francisco Alvarez Headlines Key Injuries + Top Waiver Wire Adds

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.

Second Half MLB preview (Storylines to watch, trade candidates, division/award odds)

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