Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss the Cubs and Dodgers squaring off in Tokyo to begin the 2025 regular season, mic'ing up pitchers, potential Trade Deadline Surprises, how the Cardinals and Red Sox might approach necessary upgrades in the coming weeks, and how to pitch Isaac Paredes and other pull-happy power hitters.Rundown5:32 Mic'ing Up Pitcher on the Job11:01 Making Cases for Unexpected Players to Be Traded23:43 How Would You Approach the Cardinals' Trade Deadline?33:13 How Would You Approach the Red Sox's Trade Deadline?49:55 The Game Plan: Pitching to Isaac Paredes & Pull-Happy Power HittersFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IamTrevorMayJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us at 1p ET/10a PT on Thursday, July 18th for our next livestream!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: 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 Teoscar Hernández's Home Run Derby win, and how he's managed to do so much more at the plate than Adolis García despite similar strikeout, walk and barrel rates. Plus, they look at spray angles for hitters, and wonder if Anthony Volpe might put everything together in the final two-and-a-half months of the season. Rundown1:23 Teoscar Hernández Wins the 2024 Home Run Derby10:42 Adolis García as a Failed Comp16:36 Year-to-Year Changes in Pull Rate20:24 Can Anthony Volpe Consolidate 2023 & 2024 Approaches?30:10 Kevin Gausman: Trusting Recent Success?34:35 Clayton Kershaw's Velocity Returning in Rehab Starts?36:36 How to Manage Luis Gil & Other Potential Workload Restrictions for SPs44:58 Is MJ Melendez Pulling Us Back In49:59 Rates & Barrels Listener Check-In52:12 Where the Money Went: Hunter Harvey, Rece Hinds & Lawrence Butler1:02:23 Intriguing Drops: Edward Cabrera, Colton Cowser & David FryFollow 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 SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melissa Lockard joins Eno and DVR discuss Day 1 of the MLB Draft including the Guardians' decision to take Travis Bazzana first overall, Charlie Condon's outlook with a future that includes playing half of his games at Coors Field, top pitchers Chase Burns and Hagen Smith going second and fifth to the Reds and White Sox, respectively, Nick Kurtz's fit with the A's, Jac Caglianone's chances of continuing as a two-way player with the Royals, and a few intriguing picks outside of the Top-10, including switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje, who went 15th overall to the Mariners. Rundown1:05 The Guardians Select Travis Bazzana First Overall4:47 Charlie Condon Heads to Colorado7:15 The Growing Trend of Fast-Tracking Prospects12:11 Chase Burns Goes No. 2 Overall to Cincinnati16:13 A Draft That Went Largely to Script Up Top?23:13 Nick Kurtz's Fit with the A's26:00 Jac Caglianone & Two-Way Players In This Class32:39 Hagen Smith to the White Sox (Smith v. Burns)35:15 Trey Yesavage Slides to the Blue Jays at No. 2038:17 Intriguing Players Outside the Top-10 Overall46:31 Best Draft Class Foundations Through Day 1Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Melissa on Twitter: @MelissaLockardJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us at 1p ET/10a PT on Thursday, July 18th for our next livestream!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Melissa LockardExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Paul Skenes' latest dominant performance -- seven no-hit innings against the Brewers on Thursday -- and the balance of preserving his workload to make him available if the Pirates remain in playoff contention through September. Plus, a setback for Jordan Lawlar, charges filed against Wander Franco in the Dominican Republic, mailbag questions about Gerrit Cole and Luis Castillo, and a few players to consider this weekend in weekly formats. Rundown1:01 Paul Skenes Carries A No-Hitter Through Seven10:01 A Setback for Jordan Lawlar17:14 Steven Kwan & The 'Lucky' Power HitterEno's Story ($) https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/563216221:56 Wander Franco Charged in Dominican Republic23:50 Thoughts on Gerrit Cole Through Four 2024 Starts?31:14 Buying Into Big Second Half for Josh Lowe?36:56 What Is Going On With Luis Castillo's Slider?41:59 Curating Your Own "What Happened?" Data50:55 Project Prospect: 50+ FV, 2024 MLB ETAs, Yet to Debut55:47 Weekend Waiver Preview: Matt Wallner & Rece Hinds Bring Power 1:05:32 Pitchers to Consider: Luis L. Ortiz, Keider Montero, Justin Wrobleski, Yilber DiazFollow 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/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss the demotion of Bobby Miller as his 2024 struggles have persisted, the Dodgers' pitching depth being tested more than expected, 10 years of Statcast, and 'new' tools that they think will be a big part of the conversation 10 years from now. Plus, they look at what happens in extended plate appearances, how they would pitch to Gunnar Henderson, and a red-hot start to the MLB career of Reds outfielder Rece Hinds.Rundown1:18 Trevor Needs to Tell DVR Where He's Buying Cool Hats3:52 Bobby Miller Optioned by Dodgers; Headed to Triple-A Oklahoma City14:00 Celebrating of 10 Years of Statcast25:04 What 'New' Tool(s) Will Be Even Better Down the Road?39:43 What Happens During and After Extended Plate Appearances?57:30 The Game Plan: How to Pitch to Gunnar Henderson1:06:54 Rece Hinds' Starts His MLB Career on a HeaterFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IamTrevorMayJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us at 1p ET/10a PT on Thursday, July 18th for our next livestream!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Eno Sarris, Trevor MayExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiperProducer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt, and DVR discuss how the Guardians have exceeded our expectations and found success in a different way in 2024, the surprising snub of Francisco Lindor from the NL All-Star Team roster, the actual flaws of the Yankees amidst a 5-15 stretch over their last 20 games, and a few trade fits for Jazz Chisholm Jr.Rundown1:10 The Guardians Are Making Us Look Foolish, But How?11:16 Great Defense is Often Underrated18:02 Trading for Pitching...in Cleveland?25:57 Why Don't People Evaluate Francisco Lindor Correctly?33:39 Lindor Snubbed by His Peers!?40:05 Assessing the Yankees' Actual Flaws46:50 The Importance of Clarke Schmidt's Eventual Return54:04 Finding the Right Fit for Jazz Chisholm Jr. TradeFollow 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/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the busy long weekend in baseball including the return of Shane Baz to the Rays' rotation, the quietly productive season from Luis L. Ortiz, who now has an opportunity to start in Pittsburgh again, and the search for the 'next' Hunter Brown. Plus, they take a look back at where the money was spent in weekly leagues. Rundown3:10 Injury Updates8:26 Ranking of ROS Impact of Currently IL'd Pitchers16:53 Shane Baz Returns to the Rays' Rotation22:37 Is Luis L. Ortiz Having a Breakout?26:16 Can We Find Another Hunter Brown?37:05 Yilber Diaz Getting a Look in Arizona41:17 Where the Money Went: Brooks Lee & Yariel Rodriguez51:37 A Splashy Bid From Eno1:00:41 Spencer Arrighetti and 'The Line' for Pitching in 12-teamersFollow 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/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss the Brewers' acquisition of Aaron Civale from the Rays, and Shane Baz's return to the Tampa Bay rotation. They also cover the tweaks to the Home Run Derby rules, and try to design an equivalent showcase for pitchers to have during All-Star Week in future years. Plus, Trevor shares a few more deep splits looking at Trouble Situations and rest for pitchers.Rundown1:45 Aaron Civale Traded to Brewers; Changes On Tap?13:27 Shane Baz's Progression Through Rehab Assignment & Recent Triple-A Outings20:54 Modifications to Home Run Derby Rules28:11 What Would a Pitcher Equivalent of the Derby Look Like?36:02 Trouble Situations for Pitchers40:46 Performance Around Rest48:39 Hypermobility v. Hypomobility1:00:19 Q&A From the StreamFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IamTrevorMayJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us at 1p ET/10a PT on Thursday, July 11th for our next livestream!https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt, and DVR congratulate Jayson Stark for his induction in the NSMA Hall of Fame, and discuss the arrival of James Wood and the intriguing timing of his promotion by the Nationals relative to the league's tendencies to promote top prospects. Plus, they discuss a few teams attempting to carrying the momentum of strong June into the second half, before discussing a handful of players they are interested in seeing during the Futures Game, and the swift decline of Tim Anderson. Rundown0:44 Jayson Stark Inducted to the NSMA Hall of Fame4:00 The Nats' Decision to Promote James Wood on July 114:02 Whose June Momentum Will Carry Into Second Half?25:23 The Cardinals Are Quietly Hanging Around & Pitching Well Recently33:28 Futures Game Rosters Released39:42 KBO Regular Season Games in Theaters?!44:01 Tim Anderson DFA'd by Marlins; Why Did He Decline So QuicklyFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghirolie-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us Wednesday at 1p ET/10a PT for our weekly live episode with Trevor May!Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss how to navigate the timing of playing for the future in long-term leagues, the difficulty in making decision in shallow leagues at the bottom of the roster, the promotion of James Wood by the Nationals, Triston McKenzie's demotion to Columbus, and where the money went over the weekend in weekly FAAB leagues. Rundown0:56 Timing a Rebuild (How to Avoid Being Like the Angels)10:37 Assessing the Fringe Player in Shallow Leagues21:52 James Wood Promoted by Nats, Debuting Monday27:54 Triston McKenzie Optioned to Triple-A32:23 Injury Updates: Jordan Romano, Josh Jung & Mike Trout39:57 Where the Money Went51:25 Heston Kjerstad Comps Based on Hard-Hit Rate & Max Exit Velocity59:53 Weekend Drops: Davis Schneider & Dylan MooreFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeJoin us at 1p ET/10a PT on Wednesday, July 3rd for our next livestream!https://www.youtube.com/c/ratesbarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.