Fantasy Baseball Today

How can we use the Arizona Fall League for prospect analysis (6:35)? ... How does the challenge system work for hitters and is it close to being viable in the majors (10:10)? ... Andrew Painter looked great in his first action back from Tommy John surgery (18:00). ... Josue Briceño put himself on the map with a huge AFL showing (24:16). ... Colson Montgomery looked much better this time around (28:39). ... Is Caleb Durbin a Major Leaguer (33:22)? ... Zyhir Hope has huge power but also things to work on (40:54). ... What did the other Top-50 prospects do in the AFL (44:50)? ... Any concerns with Jett Williams (49:14)? ... The Welsh is down on Ethan Salas while Leo De Vries has huge upside (51:25). ... What about Brock Wilken and Jac Calgianone (53:40)? ... We wrap up with a rapid-fire segment, taking a look at prospects in deeper NFBC leagues (58:15).Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 13th and 14th starting pitchers this past season were Jack Flaherty and Hunter Greene (5:05). ... Cole Ragans had a great first full season with the Royals (16:32). ... Michael King broke out in a huge way (22:10). ... Tyler Glasnow was great when he pitched and Sean Manaea made a big change (32:56). ... News (40:19): we have an update on Roki Sasaki. ... Bryan Woo and Bailey Ober are both awesome WHIP contributors (52:04). ... Sonny Gray and Tanner Bibee seem boring but got the job done (59:05).Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Starting pitcher innings continue to decline (2:42). ... What did league-wide starting pitcher stats look like (11:14)? ... Let's recap the Top 12 SP from this past season, starting with Tarik Skubal and Zack Wheeler (14:39). ... Paul Skenes is already being drafted as the SP1 for next season (20:01). ... Logan Gilbert and Shota Imanaga were impressive in 2024 (26:44). ... News (37:30): Nick Martinez has accepted the Reds' qualifying offer. ... The Rays will play in George M. Steinbrenner Field next season while the Orioles will alter Camden Yards again (40:35). ... What to expect from Bryce Miller and Seth Lugo (50:47)? ... Corbin Burnes' strikeouts are declining and Framber Valdez reached a new level (56:10). ... Dylan Cease had a bounce-back season with the Padres and Ronel Blanco was a huge breakout (1:01:32).Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download and follow Fantasy Baseball Today in 5! You can find FBT in 5 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the Audacy App and wherever else podcasts are found.How early is too early to draft Paul Skenes? Which Mariners starting pitcher gets traded? Can Corbin Burnes still be a legit ace? Should we bet on a Gerrit Cole bounce back?Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's take a look at our early outfield rankings, starting with Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and Mookie Betts (2:35). ... Why Corbin Carroll over Yordan Alvarez (5:55)? ... How should we rank Ronald Acuña (17:52)? ... Jackson Merrill over Jazz Chisholm (24:13)? ... What do we expect from Christian Yelich (29:35)? ... News (40:10): Travis d'Arnaud signed with the Angels. ... Oneil Cruz has moved into the outfield (47:30)? ... Michael Harris had a down year in 2024 (50:15). ... Will Luis Robert get traded this offseason (55:00)? ... We wrap up with the rest of our Top 30 outfielders (59:40).Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki will be posted this offseason (3:16)! ... What's his dynasty value (11:56)? ... What is the state of outfield (14:47)? ... The top two outfielders in Fantasy were Aaron Judge and Juan Soto (17:12). ... Brent Rooker and Jarren Duran were two of the biggest breakouts this year (21:45). ... Kyle Schwarber and Yordan Alvarez still provide huge power (24:20). ... Corbin Carroll had a big second half and Teoscar Hernandez is a free agent (27:01). ... Jazz Chisholm turned up with the Yankees and Anthony Santander had a career year (34:13). ... Jackson Merrill and Brent Doyle were two other big breakouts (36:55). ... News (42:50): Ohtani's pitching is to be delayed in 2025. ... Jurickson Profar had a career year and Jackson Chourio went 20-20 (51:50). ... Julio Rodriguez is inconsistent while Bryan Reynolds is the most consistent (56:21). ... We wrap up with Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki (59:18).Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Link to mock draft results- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/fantasy-baseball-first-mock-draft-for-2025-shows-shortstops-starting-pitchers-in-ample-supply-in-rotisserie/Before we hit our first 2025 mock draft, we have yearly Scott Boras quotes (2:35)! ... Let's start with the first round of this mock draft (7:14). ... The beginning of the second round is loaded with talent (18:20). ... Zack Wheeler and Austin Riley both lasted until the third round (29:27). ... When did the UTIL-only get drafted (37:24)? ... The Post Hype Prospects went too early (39:36). ... When should Spencer Strider and Garrett Crochet get drafted (43:05)? ... Shane McClanahan was a Top-100 pick (46:24). ... We wrap up with news from the GM meetings (52:47).Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Series is over and we're officially into the offseason (2:50). ... What did Chris learn out at First Pitch Arizona (9:15)? ... Bryce Miller's season really took off once he started using a knuckle curve (18:15). ... Where is the industry ranking Jacob deGrom, pitcher Shohei Ohtani and Shane McClanahan (23:53)? ... Paul Skenes and Garrett Crochet were big risers in Stuff+ (30:20). ... Cole Ragans didn't face the White Sox at all this year (39:47). ... News (46:35): Michael Wacha is back with the Royals. ... Which big names had their option picked up (52:25)? ... Which options were declined (1:01:00)? ... 13 players received the qualifying offer but will any accept (1:05:52)? Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download and follow Fantasy Baseball Today in 5! You can find FBT in 5 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the Audacy App and wherever else podcasts are found.Link to mock draft results- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/fantasy-baseball-first-mock-draft-for-2025-shows-shortstops-starting-pitchers-in-ample-supply-in-rotisserie/Should Shohei Ohtani still be the first overall pick? It feels like Jackson Holliday went too early. Will Austin Riley and Corey Seager actually go this late in drafts? When did the UTIL-only players get drafted?Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Halloween! Let's take a look back at shortstop ADP from the preseason (4:19). ... Bobby Witt Jr. was a top three player in every format (7:49)! ... Elly De La Cruz is electric but still has his flaws (10:50). ... Gunnar Henderson continues to improve (17:50). ... Francisco Lindor might be playing the best ball of his career (20:16). ... Willy Adames had a monster year in a contract year (22:54). ... Trea Turner bounced back in year two with the Phillies (27:45). ... Zach Neto was one of 10 players to go 20-30 (30:20). ... Should you bet on CJ Abrams in 2025 (36:38)? ... Mookie Betts missed a chunk of time with a fractured hand (41:44). ... Oneil Cruz is still waiting for that breakout season (46:16). ... What's the top Halloween candy (50:54)? ... Who are the Top 6 shortstops heading into 2025 (55:30)? ... What about Top 12 (57:14)?Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodayDownload and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKvGet awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqiFollow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_FrankJoin our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtodaySign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices