Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Ben and Sam discuss the events of Opening Day that reinforced preseason expectations. Source

Ben and Sam discuss the recent news about extensions for Justin Verlander, Buster Posey, and Elvis Andrus. Source

Ben and Sam talk to Jason Parks about the forthcoming Fringe Average Podcast and BP prospect book, the ranking process, and how player development differs between teams. Source

Ben and Sam talk about Tim McCarver’s impending retirement and share their thoughts on broadcasting, then discuss whether changes in players’ routines have reduced the importance of clubhouse chemistry. Source

Ben and Sam answer listener emails about PECOTA’s projections for the Yankees and Blue Jays, how the amateur draft and free agency would work in an auction format, and whether teams should offer players like Bryce Harper and Stephen Strasburg $100 million lifetime contracts after drafting them. Source

Ben and Sam discuss Yasiel Puig’s spring hot streak, how perceptions of him have changed since his signing, and what the Dodgers will do with him now. Source

Ben and Sam discuss whether the supposed split between scouts and statheads about the outlook for the Astros actually exists. Source

Ben and Sam answer listener emails about the worst team to work for, what baseball would look like without outfield fences, when it’s okay to give up on high draft picks, and how Mariano Rivera compares to top starting pitchers. Source

Ben and Sam talk to former Los Angeles Dodgers General Manager Dan Evans about his history as a baseball renaissance man and his new roles with the Toronto Blue Jays and the Northern League. Source

Ben and Sam discuss the rumored approach of the international approach with highly informed guest Jorge Arangure. Source