Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, Trevor and DVR consider a few ways that pitchers could keep hitters guessing more often, a question about the possibility of great command being a detriment, unusual training methods and tools, and whether it would be more surprising to see the Tigers make the playoffs -- or -- for the Braves to miss them. Plus, it's Round 3 of Name That Dude!Rundown0:59 Using Game Theory for Pitch Sequencing?9:18 Random Number Generating A Game Plan While Accounting for Known Useful Information19:50 Can Great Command Be a Detriment?31:17 What Unusual Training Methods and Tech Have You Seen?40:39 Let’s Talk About Toe Yoga!53:41 More Surprising: Tigers Making Playoffs - or - Braves Missing Them?1:05:50 Name That Dude!Follow Eno @enosarrisFollow Trevor @IamTrevorMayFollow DVR @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comSubscribe 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, Britt and DVR discuss the return of Jasson Dominguez for the stretch run, Kumar Rocker's upcoming debut with the Rangers, and the Mets' continued presence in the NL Wild Card race. Plus, they'll discuss the Twins' untimely tailspin, the Royals' rise under J.J. Picollo, and how the current struggles of Justin Verlander might shape the Astros' playoff rotation plans. Rundown1:19 Jasson Dominguez Rejoins the Yankees8:05 Kumar Rocker to Make MLB Debut on Thursday13:30 The Mets' Continued Presence in the NL Wild Card Race26:04 Can the Twins Disrupt Their Tailspin?39:39 The Royals' Rise Under J.J. Picollo 55:41 Justin Verlander and the Astros' Playoff RotationFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghirolie-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us Thursday at 1p ET/10a PT for our weekly live episode with Trevor May!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss an adjustment from Luis Castillo that might help to prolong his peak in 2025 and beyond in the wake of a hamstring injury that could cost him time down the stretch. Plus, they discuss several new relievers in the mix for saves in September, streaming pitchers to consider in the final month, and a few weekend waiver-wire adjustments. Rundown4:10 Luis Castillo's Hamstring Injury & Slider Adjustment9:23 Jesus Tinoco Joins Late-Season Saves Mix15:50 Nestor Cortes Jr. Follows Clarke Schmidt; Six-Man Rotation for Now?21:58 September Streamer Watch33:57 Increasing Trust in David Peterson42:07 Is There Anything Behind Elly De La Cruz's Home/Road Splits?45:44 Pitch Tipping v. Other External Cues (Astros Trash Can Banging)54:50 Where the Money Went: Trevor Story is Back!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us on Thursday at 1p ET/10a PT for our next livestream episodes!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Reynaldo López and Ronel Blanco as two of this season's pleasant pitching surprises and wonder what's next for the duo, as well as other relievers who might be able to follow López's path to the rotation in 2025. Plus, they discuss endgame strategy for lineup decisions in rotisserie leagues, a potential sleeper in the Oakland outfield for next season, and a few weekend waiver-wire targets, including a pair of old starters chewing up innings effectively for the Guardians.Rundown5:02 Reynaldo López: Top-20 Starter (So Far) in 2024!12:00 A Few Success Stories Moving from the Bullpen to Rotation15:34 Endgame Lineup Decisions in Rotisserie Leagues20:49 Another Way the Royals Have Helped Their Run Prevention Cause29:00 Differences in Major and Minor League Baseballs34:18 Why Eno Prefers Jackson Jobe to Kumar Rocker37:11 Another Outfielder Tracking Toward a 2025 Opportunity44:52 Weekend Waiver Wire PreviewFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us on Thursdays at 1p ET/10a PT for our livestream episodes!Subscribe 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, Trevor and DVR discuss Matt Chapman's six-year extension with the Giants, a combined no-hitter for the Cubs, who are clinging to slim playoff hopes with three-and-a-half weeks remaining in the regular season. Plus, they discuss baseball's replay system with *10* years now on the ledger and wonder how things might improve in the next 10 years, and they begin a quest to find baseball's most unpredictable (and predictable) pitchers and pitches.Rundown1:13 Matt Chapman Signs a Six-Year Extension with the Giants9:04 What's Next for the Giants In Their Push to Return to the Playoffs?14:55 A Combined No-Hitter From the Cubs20:26 Baseball's Replay System Turns 1027:38 We're Ready for the Ball & Strike Call Challenges34:30 Quantifying a Pitcher's PredictabilityRelated reading 'The Search for the Most Predictable Pitcher' by Kiri Oler of FanGraphs: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/the-search-for-the-most-predictable-pitcher/40:52 The Surprising Profile of Josh Hader's Fastball46:07 The Relationship Between Low Release Points & High iVB52:13 Trevor Finds the Root Cause of David Bednar's Struggles59:49 Camilo Doval's Running Cutter and a Rare Instance of 'Weird' Not Being GoodFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IAmTrevorMaye-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comSubscribe 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 the Padres getting healthy for the stretch run as Yu Darvish will rejoin the rotation this week on the heels of Fernando Tatis Jr.'s activation from the IL and Joe Musgrove's last-season success. Plus, they discuss what they would look for to get in front of a pitcher's hot streak, the recent struggles of Taj Bradley and George Kirby, Justin Verlander's post-IL Stuff+ numbers, and a FAAB hammer used to add Dylan Crews as Eno chases down a title. Rundown3:49 The Padres Are Returning to Full Strength13:35 Kyle Tucker Approaching Activation (Similarities to Tatis' Injury)20:15 David Bednar Removed From Closer Role23:14 Looking Beyond Fastball Velocity for Pitchers Heating UpRelated Reading 'Baseball's 'Hot Hand' Is Real: https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/baseballs-hot-hand-is-real/ (Rob Arthur & Greg Matthews)29:08 What Happened to Taj Bradley?36:51 What Is Going On With George Kirby?40:16 Jackson Merrill is a Top ____ Player in 202550:36 Justin Verlander's Post-IL Stuff Numbers53:05 Eno Throws the Hammer to Get Dylan CrewsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us on Thursday at 1p ET/10a PT for our next livestream episodes!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss an unfortunate sequence that led to two Royals players suffering an injury Thursday night, uncertainty regarding the availability of Tyler Glasnow down the stretch, several pitching prospects set to debut this weekend including Rhett Lowder and Caden Dana, and a few other intriguing waiver-wire targets to consider.Rundown2:44 Vinnie Pasquantino & Lucas Erceg Injured On Same Play8:36 Tyler Glasnow and Freddie Freeman Updates15:18 Rhett Lowder Gets the Call From the Reds20:27 Samuel Aldegheri & Caden Dana Join the Angels26:30 A Look at Kumar Rocker's Post-Surgery Pitch Mix29:03 Other Pitchers We're Watching Closely for Potential Stretch Run Opportunities40:47 Which Team Doesn't Have an Internal Stuff Model?44:40 Does Ernie Clement Have a Late Breakout Profile?48:12 Weekend Waiver Preview: Tigers Pitching, José Tena, Miguel Amaya and More MarlinsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us on Thursdays at 1p ET/10a PT for our livestream episodes!Subscribe 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, Trevor and DVR discuss Oneil Cruz's move to center field and the Pirates' needs in order to take a step forward in 2025, the fast adjustments being made by 'The Jacksons' -- Jackson Merrill, Jackson Chourio, and Jackson Holliday -- that have enabled them to make a significant impact in Year 1.Plus, they discuss swing adjustments being made deeper in counts, the erosion of Corbin Burnes' strikeout rate, and the long-term lack of whiffs from Logan Webb, who continues to generate great ratios despite limited swing-and-miss in his arsenal.Rundown1:42 Oneil Cruz Moves to Center Field11:32 Who’s Next at Shortstop for the Pirates?15:52 Jackson Merrill & Jackson Chourio’s Fast Adjustments28:57 Is It Good to Modulate Your Swing by Count?44:11 Corbin Burnes’ Second-Half Struggles; Long-Term Decline in K%53:08 A True Whiff Pitch for Logan Webb?1:02:58 Name That Dude!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IAmTrevorMaye-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comSubscribe 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, Britt and DVR discuss the historical context of the 2024 season from Aaron Judge and Juan Soto by taking a look back at elite duos that have had incredible years as teammates. Plus, with the Angels extending Perry Minasian, they wonder if previous levels of payroll spending from Arte Moreno will open up paths to a big free agent signing this winter, before considering several teams that approaching big decisions in their front office during the year ahead. Rundown8:33 How Good Is This Season From Aaron Judge & Juan Soto?15:20 An Interesting Look at Lineup Protection from Saber Seminar18:19 Name the Yankees' Seven Cleanup Hitters in 202425:02 The Angels Extend Perry Minasian, Will Payroll Rise in 2025?41:30 Front Offices Entering 2025 on the Hot Seat51:48 Can the Cubs Make It Work Loading Up in the Second Tier of Free Agency While Their Young Core Arrives?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghirolie-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us Thursday at 1p ET/10a PT for our weekly live episode with Trevor May!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion Dylan Crews and one major change in his profile with the move from Double-A to Triple-A earlier this season. After a weekend at the 'Sabermetrics, Scouting, and the Science of Baseball' conference in Chicago, Eno shares a highlights from a few of the many interesting presentations. Plus, they look at the surge of Jhonkensy Noel as an important power source in the Guardians' lineup, and Bowden Francis' move toward Top-50 Starting Pitcher status. Rundown1:02 Dylan Crews Promoted by Nationals8:36 Xavier Edwards' Partial Season Breakout13:14 Nolan Gorman's Demotion to Triple-A; What Went Wrong in 2024?18:22 Eno in Chicago: Saber Conference Takeaways43:39 Ongoing Studies About the Value of Adding Pitches56:04 Where the Money Went This WeekendFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us on Thursday at 1p ET/10a PT for our next livestream episodes!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.