Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, DVR and Jed discuss Tyler Glasnow's excellent outing Monday after a recent scratch due to back tightness, and the waning importance of the regular season for a team that is built to win the World Series. Plus, they examine several hitters having career years in hopes of determining which seasons are peaks, and which are the beginning of a new, sustainable level.Rundown1:20 Tyler Glasnow's Back Appears to be Fine5:00 A Nice Outing for Chase Dollander; The Usual 'Coors' Problem12:14 Downside of 'World Series or Bust'?Craig Goldstein of BP 'The Dodgers Are Ruining Baseball' ($):https://www.baseballprospectus.com/news/article/10135229:15 Career Years v. Sustainable Growth for Hitters48:50 50+ Homers From Cal Raleigh Probably Isn't a New Level1:03:14 A Follow-Up on Bats, Taylor Trammell's 'Illegal' BatKen Rosenthal of The Athletic 'A former major-leaguer’s next pitch: Develop a bright baseball future for Native American players' ($):https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6610874Follow 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: Eno Sarris & Derek VanRiperWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a hamstring injury for Trea Turner, who has built a strong case to be considered for NL MVP honors in his age-32 season. Plus, they take a look around the league after another busy weekend and take stock of the still crowded AL Wild Card race, the Dodgers' shrinking lead (one game) in the NL West, and a few waiver wire observations.Rundown5:00 Trea Turner: Slowed by Hamstring Strain (Grade 1, placed on IL after episode was recorded)11:10 Bobby Witt Jr.'s Back Spasms; Cole Ragans' First Rehab Start19:21 The Dodgers' Lead in the NL West Shrinks to One Game27:12 Daniel Palencia's Injury; Checking In on the Cubs' Bullpen33:20 Byron Buxton Swats 30th Homer; Leaves Early After HBP37:03 A Rough Outing for Bubba Chandler42:36 Where the Money Went: Parker Meadows, Daylen Lile & Zack Gelof53:13 Managing Lineups in Crunch Time Scenarios1:01:07 Juan Soto: The NL MVP?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 SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss the Yankees' top-to-bottom power output and Jazz Chisholm's past calendar year (30-30 club!) as he deals with a pair of knee contusions down the stretch. Plus, they dig into the Mariners' hold on the final Wild Card spot in the American League, despite a recent 6-14 stretch in their last 20 games. Do the park factors in at T-Mobile Park lead us to miscalculate the true talent in Seattle? They also discuss the Padres' lack of power in 2025 -- which was at least partially addressed by their additions at the Trade Deadline -- and the Yankees' request for umpires to inspect Taylor Trammell's bat (update: MLB confirmed that the bat was illegal akin to an impermissible glove, without any competitive advantage gained), before discussing a few weekend waiver wire considerations.Rundown1:31 Jazz Chisholm Jr.: Diagnosed with Two Knee Contusions4:00 Power Up & Down the Yankees' Lineup10:13 By the Numbers the Mariners Are Safe, Are the Numbers Lying?16:54 Teams Ranked By Top-Three Starting Pitchers (Includes Non-Playoff Teams)23:59 Who Are You Buying As the Most Credible Threat to Seattle?31:42 Is the Padres' Lack of Power an Overlooked Concern?40:23 The Yankees Request an Examination of Taylor Trammell's Bat48:08 Weekend Waiver PreviewFollow 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 and Trevor discuss some of the big news you might have missed, Trevor's boxes being used by Cade Povich, Trevor's take on the Valdez-Salazer cross up, the importance of rookies during September and the Playoffs and what to make of the Mets rotation after they called up 3 of their top prospects.Rundown1:05- Spencer Arrighetti to the IL6:52- Sung-Mun Song wants to be posted19:18- Trevor Rogers turnaround in 202527:38- Cade Povich uses Trevor’s boxes35:42- Trevor’s Take on the Framer-Salazar cross up42:10- Importance of rookies during Sept & playoffs44;26- What do the Mets do with their rotation?52:33- Cade Horton’s grips58:28- Payton Tolle could be interestingFollow 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: Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Jed discuss an unusual sequence with Framber Valdez and catcher Cesár Salazar during Tuesday's game against the Yankees, tempers flaring early in Colorado after a first-inning Rafael Devers homer off of Kyle Freeland, a Shohei Ohtani hitting a 120 MPH long ball off of Bubba Chandler. Plus, a tricky offseason on tap in Arizona for Mike Hazen and company, what they're watching beyond the playoff races in September, and bullpen fatigue considerations during the final month.Rundown1:08 Framber Valdez & César Salazar Get Crossed Up10:51 Benches Clear, Multiple Ejections in Colorado16:12 Shohei Ohtani Hits a 120 MPH Homer19:57 A Season-Ending Injury for Lourdes Gurriel Jr.; A Challenging Offseason Ahead in Arizona27:40 What Guides Your Baseball Viewing Choices in September?46:50 Bring Back Larger September Roster Expansion51:43 Bullpen Fatigue: Factors to ConsiderFollow 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: Eno Sarris & Derek VanRiperWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a flurry of news from the long weekend including moves to the IL for MacKenzie Gore (shoulder), Edward Cabrera (elbow) and Jason Adam (quad), returns from Chris Sale and Jackson Chourio, a highly unusual home run from Trevor Story courtesy of the Pesky Pole at Fenway, and a few intriguing promotions from Sept. 1 roster expansion including Reds prospect Sal Stewart.Rundown1:17 MacKenzie Gore: Placed on IL w/Shoulder Inflammation; Familiar Fade?4:44 Edward Cabrera: Career Year Cut Short by Elbow Sprain9:06 Jason Adam: Ruptures Left Quad Tendon12:23 Jackson Chourio & Chris Sale Return from the IL15:07 Kodai Senga's Struggles, Potential to Lose Rotation Spot22:40 Ha-Seong Kim: Claimed Off Waivers by Atlanta32:09 Trevor Story's Unusual Homer at Fenway Park46:03 Sal Stewart Headlines Roster Expansion Callups & Returns57:54 Long-Term League Toss-Up: Payton Tolle v. Jonah TongFollow 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 Kyle Schwarber's four-homer night as he ascends NL MVP ballots, Corey Seager's latest absence, a bout of pitch tipping for Ryan Helsley, Ozzie Albies' second-half return to health, and several options to consider on the waiver wire this weekend, including Mets rookie Jonah Tong, whose delivery and elite strikeout rates are drawing comps to Tim Lincecum. Rundown1:59 Kyle Schwarber: Joins Exclusive Four-Homer Game Club8:02 Corey Seager: Out Following Appendectomy, Injuries Piling Up in Texas14:50 Ryan Helsley: Struggling with Pitch Tipping20:53 Ozzie Albies: Wrist Injury Behind Extended Struggles in 2025?24:56 Nolan McLean: Comps & A Shallow League Consideration?30:27 Jonah Tong: Set to Debut Friday; Tim Lincecum Comps?36:50 Payton Tolle: Joining the Red Sox on Friday41:49 New Arrivals vs. Other Starting Pitchers on the Wire50:56 Bullpen Help: Abner Uribe & Ryan Walker54:29 Bats to Consider Thanks to Playing Time Bumps1:01:14 Long Weekend Viewing GuideFollow 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 SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the quality of the Brewers' bullpen with Trevor Megill on the IL due to a flexor strain, Luis Robert's 2026 outlook as his season appears to be over, Bryan Woo's ascent to ace-level results, and what we've learned in Year 1 with the A's in West Sacramento as their position player core comes together. Plus, they consider the possibility of an in-season MLB tournament, before playing the latest installment of 'Name! That! Dude!'.Rundown3:06 Trevor Megill to the IL; The Brewers' Bullpen Without Megill6:53 Luis Robert Jr.: Another Injury-Shortened Campaign14:34 Bryan Woo's Excellent Stretch; Ace-Level Results26:52 What Have We Learned About the A's in West Sacramento?41:01 In-Season Tournaments in the Future?53:35 Name! That! Dude! (Season Series Before Episode: Trevor 4, Eno 1)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, DVR and Jed discuss a six-game suspension for Willson Contreras (which he has appealed) as part of a frustrating season for the Cardinals and wonder if he might be on the move this winter with two years remaining on his five-year deal with St. Louis. Plus, they discuss the return of Kyle Bradish, and key injuries to Nathan Eovaldi and Randy Rodriguez, before digging into one of the most fascinating presentations from Eno's trip to Saberseminar -- Stephen Sutton-Brown's modeling of batters tracking pitches and how swing shapes are influenced by early information.Rundown1:15 Willson Contreras: Appealing A Six-Game Suspension8:14 Kyle Bradish is Back!12:48 Nathan Eovaldi: Season Likely Over with Rotator Cuff Strain21:17 Randy Rodriguez Placed on IL w/Elbow Sprain23:55 How Swing Decisions & Shapes May Be Influenced by Early Information35:34 A Study About Hitting That Informs Pitching Plans44:40 How Many Teams Are Ahead On This?57:08 Say Something Nice....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: Eno Sarris & Derek VanRiperWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Cal Raleigh's latest feat -- a 50-homer season -- as he continues to chase down Ken Griffey Jr.'s franchise-record for home runs in a season and Mickey Mantle's (!) record for most home runs by a switch-hitter in MLB history. Plus, they discuss candidates for Reliever of the Year in 2025 before the award joins the BBWAA slate in 2026, they also draft (likely) non-playoff teams this season with the best chance of reaching the playoffs a year from now, and they continue looking ahead by discussing a few surprises from Rob DiPietro's 2026 Meatball Draft.Rundown1:23 Cal Raleigh Reaches 50-Homer Milestone5:56 Reliever of the Year Candidates; Official Award Coming in 202612:17 (Likely) Non-Playoff Teams in 2025 w/Best Chance in 202624:23 DVR Torn Between the Twins and Guardians for Next Season32:39 Rob DiPietro's 2026 Meatball Draft!36:50 Eno's Trust in a Mookie Betts Rebound45:16 Ozzie Albies Slides Outside the Top 150Follow 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.