Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss the Cubs' decision to extend President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer earlier this week, trend at the Trade Deadline from the past 25 years thanks to the research of the great Cespedes BBQ Crew, a few traded they would like to see, the surging Reds' deadline outlook, and what Guardians fans might look forward to amidst a disappointing 2025 season.Rundown1:26 Jed Hoyer Extended as Cubs President of Baseball Operations11:20 Isaac Paredes' Hamstring Injury Worse Than Expected17:56 Eno Seeks Upgrades for Phillies21:30 Trade Deadline Trends From the Last 25 Years28:44 Jed Finds a Catcher Upgrade for the Padres36:16 The Reds Are Heating Up at a Great Time48:02 Baseball at Bristol; Alternative Venues You'd Like to Play In54:03 What Do Guardians Fans Have to Look Forward to?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the passing of Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, whose HOF career influenced a generation of baseball players throughout the 80s and 90s.Plus, they discuss the debut of Carson Whisenhunt, adjusting to new catchers in-season, if measures to preserve the health of pitchers are showing signs of success, and how they would pitch to A's rookie Nick Kurtz, who continues to impress in Year 1.Rundown1:14 Cubs Legend Ryne Sandberg Passes Away at Age 655:56 Carson Whisenhunt Debuts, Shows Elite Changeup8:37 Eno's Intrigue w/Carson Seymour11:41 Danny Jansen to the Brewers; How Difficult Is It to Work with a New Catcher In-Season?18:06 So, That's Why They Traded for Chris Paddack24:23 Protecting Pitchers: Is Anything Working?38:13 Bullpen Trends Over Time46:48 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Nick Kurtz59:22 Rich Hill DFA'd by Royals: Can You Name His 14 MLB Teams?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Emmanuel Clase's placement on non-disciplinary paid administrative leave through August 31st as MLB's sports betting probe continues. Plus, Ryan McMahon to the Yankees, a flexor strain for Aaron Judge, and a four-homer night from Nick Kurtz to kick off the weekend.Rundown0:57 Emmanuel Clase Placed on Non-Disciplinary Paid Administrative Leave as Part of MLB Gambling Investigation10:33 Ryan McMahon Traded to the Yankees16:04 Aaron Judge to the IL w/Flexor Strain20:05 Seth Lugo Signs Extension w/Royals27:18 Nick Kurtz's Four-Homer Game32:52 Where the Money Went: Blake Treinen's Return36:08 Intrigued by Troy Melton?50:11 A Matt Shaw Comp From Eno52:34 Rob Manfred Visits the Phillies' Clubhouse59:06 Thomas White and Trey Yeasavage Are Cooking at Double-AFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Mariners' addition of Josh Naylor via trade with the D-backs as the Seattle lineup gets another quality bat while reducing its swing-and-miss, and Taj Bradley's long-term outlook after a demotion to Triple-A.Plus, they discuss a few players to consider for keeper and dynasty leagues as fantasy trade deadlines approach -- including Roki Sasaki and Spencer Jones -- closer options for the O's as they trade relievers *and* have Félix Bautista on the IL, and Senior Hot Dog Correspondent checks into discuss 2025 draftees as ottoneu free agents, and the 'Cincinnati Dog' from Nats Park.Rundown2:50 Josh Naylor to the Mariners13:03 Opportunities in Arizona; Finally Jordan Lawlar Time (Once Healthy)?16:14 Taj Bradley to Triple-A & Long-Term Outlook w/Rays23:37 Roki Sasaki as a Fantasy Trade Target?28:04 Spencer Jones' Big-Time Power, Whiff Concerns33:25 Dynasty Value of Surprising Breakout Quinn Priester38:25 Getting Ahead of New Closers Before the Trade Deadline49:08 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Returns! (2025 draftees in ottoneu)1:03:11 The Cincinnati Dog: A Rare 'Taste of the Majors' MissFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithGuest: Niv ShahExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss traits that can make pitchers streaky -- beyond having below average command -- and a few surprisingly stable pitchers. Plus, they discuss training and working back from injuries, before the sixth 2025 installment of 'Name! That! Dude!'. Rundown1:38 What Causes Streakiness in Pitchers?10:00 Pitching Through Injuries a Frequent Culprit?16:09 Justin Verlander's Lack of Seam-Shifted Offerings22:18 Sandy Alcantara's Surprising Stability in 2023 (Pre-Surgery)27:51 How Should Pitchers Work Back From Injuries?40:22: The Importance of 'Breaks' & Deceleration 47:09 Name! That! Dude! (2025 Season Series Entering This Episode: Trevor 5, Eno 0)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few news and notes including two injury updates from the Rays, Austin Riley's delayed return from an abdominal injury, and a very rare day off for Bobby Witt Jr. before exploring productive players with extremely high chase rates (O-swing%) including Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Jackson Chourio, and how that trait tends to age by examining the paths of Luis Robert Jr. and Javier Báez.Rundown1:07 Brandon Lowe to the IL & a Setback for Shane McClanahan4:00 Austin Riley's Delayed Return from the IL7:42 Bobby Witt Jr.'s Rare Day Off11:23 It Doesn't Age Well, but Maybe Chasing A Lot Isn't Always Bad?14:39 Pete Crow-Armstrong & Chasing Relative to Swinging In Zone21:26 A Case for Missing More Often Outside the Zone?24:24 Learning From Javier Báez and Luis Robert Jr.32:37 Ceddanne Rafaela's In-Zone Adjustment37:49 Chasing A Lot Adds Pressure on Pitches You Should Hit45:04 So, Would You Trade for Luis Robert Jr.?51:16 Relaying Info From the Basepaths (Saturday in Atlanta)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Britt discuss the Dodgers' recent slide and DVR's increasing concern about Mookie Betts' lost power in 2025 on the heels of a spring illness that caused him to lose 20-plus pounds. Plus, they examine the Blue Jays' position atop the AL East and their need for an impact starting pitcher as they look for summer upgrades, and a few takeaways from Eno and DVR's Trade Value lists from the Crowdsourced Trade Value tool at FanGraphs (https://www.fangraphs.com/tools/crowdsourced-trade-value).Rundown1:29 What Are the Dodgers Actually Worried About?2:50 Mookie Betts' Missing Pop11:53 Slumps Are Just a Symptom of a Long Season18:59 Projecting Record Based on Reactions, the Giants Would be the Rockies20:11 Do You Buy the Blue Jays as AL East Winners, World Series Contender?37:08 FanGraphs' Crowdsourced Trade Value Tool49:55 What Really Happened at Tiger Stadium on July 16, 1995?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno is back from Germany and he rejoins DVR to discuss a few news items from the weekend including an IL stint for Isaac Paredes, an intriguing pitcher in Texas, the inconsistency of Jesús Luzardo and the idea of a 'streaky' pitcher, Jorge Polanco's massive strikeout rate improvement, and intriguing waiver-wire targets from the first weekend after the All-Star break.Rundown0:00 Intro Starts6:11 Another Position Player Injury for the Astros11:34 An Intriguing Starting Pitcher Waiting in the Wings for the Rangers?18:40 Jesús Luzardo: A Deep Dive27:12 How Did Jorge Polanco Cut His Strikeout Rate This Much?34:50 Criteria to Consider for Decisions Between Very Similar Players44:53 Where the Money Went: Luke Keaschall and a Potential Crowd in Minnesota, This Weekend's Waiver Wire PickupsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Clay Link, RotoWire's Senior MLB Editor to discuss takeaways from the season so far and a few potential weekend waiver-wire targets. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah is back to talk trad and considerations in ottoneu and keeper leagues, before a brief foray into 'not dogs'.Rundown2:44 Takeaways From the 2025 Season So Far7:55 News & Notes: Connor Norby, Shane Bieber & Dane Dunning20:34 One Pitcher You're Banking on for Second-Half Rebound27:51 Top 10 Position Players So Far (FanGraphs Player Rater)34:56 Zebby Matthews: Progressing in Rehab Assignment38:25 Andrew Painter: Still a Good Redraft Stash?41:57 Players You Like Despite Shaky Projections45:30 Angel Martínez: Significant Role in Cleveland50:07 Yanquiel Fernández: Enough PT for Deep Leagues?56:51 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Joins the Show!57:21 Trading Away Pricey Stars in Keeper Leagues1:23:01 'Not Dogs' Hot Dog Bowls, and Half Smokes?Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperGuests: Clay Link & Niv ShahProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Stephen Nesbitt to discuss All-Star Week festivities -- including Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby win, a swing-off that delivered on a big stage, and a stunning visual tribute to Hank Aaron that missed a critically important detail. Plus, they look at several second-half storylines including the Red Sox's shift back toward Trade Deadline buyers despite trading Rafael Devers to the Giants in June, teams with a short window to change their Deadline plans, and a few potential risers and fallers over the course of the second half.Rundown1:16 Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby Win4:32 The All-Star Game 'Swing-Off' Delivered11:25 A Stunning Hank Aaron Tribute Missing a Critically Important DetailHank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run, as called by Vin Scully: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjqYThEVoSQ17:55 Red Sox and Giants' Trade Deadline Plans27:28 Pick 1 to Make the Playoffs: Padres, Red Sox & Giants31:35 One Team Under 20% Playoff Odds (per FanGraphs) That You See Rallying Back38:22 Wondering About the Tigers' Deadline Approach43:21 Will the Astros Maintain Their AL West Lead as Injuries Mount?47:45 Hitter's Season Most Likely To Turn Around54:43 Unsustainable Levels From Excellent First HalfFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Stephen on Bluesky: @stephenjnesbitt.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperGuest: Stephen NesbittProducer Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.