Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

DVR and Al consider Zack Littell’s fantasy value in light of Shane McClanahan’s trip to the IL, Tyler Wells’ recent demotion, the returns of Brandon Woodruff and Brendan Rodgers and Randal Grichuk’s appeal for 12-team leagues. They also discuss an intriguing group of streamable pitchers and the recent changes in the Mariners’, White Sox’s, Royals’, Mets’ and Cardinals’ bullpens in the aftermath of the trade deadline.Rundown0:42 The biggest news of the week15:47 Hitters of note27:49 Pitchers of note33:18 Curtis Mead promotion37:41 More pitchers of note41:08 Streamers and two-start pitchers52:35 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Framber Valdez's no-hitter, changes in his profile compared to past seasons, and the fallout from the Trade Deadline as opportunities for changes on several depth charts plays out for the final two months of the season. Rundown1:01 Framber Valdez's 93-Pitch No-Hitter7:25 Dominic Canzone Gets an Immediate Opportunity10:07 DFA'd Veterans Seeking New Teams19:33 Kyle Manzardo's Path to a 2023 Debut22:57 The Marlins' New Depth Chart28:14 The Rangers' Rotation, With Health31:23 Spencer Howard's New Start with Yankees33:44 Luis Patiño to the White Sox37:38 YOUR Favorite Deals From This Deadline Window42:07 Eno's Favorite Trades56:01 Willingness to Pay a Premium for Prospects58:29 Masyn Winn Getting the Call This Season?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh discuss the prospects on the move via the MLB Trade Deadline.RundownKyle Manzardo - 1:58Aaron Civale - 8:37Taj Bradley optioned - 12:34Bliss/Canzone trade - 17:48Over valuing years of control - 21:30Drop A. Thomas for Canzone? - 24:37How to project power - 29:02Robert Hassell - 32:061 in 4 prospects at deadline become a thing - 36:43Tekoah Roby - 38:44Deeper traded sleepers - 43:00Rich Hill trade - 47:00Hype of FYPD vs older breakouts - 53:08Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a busy three-day stretch in the final weekend before the Trade Deadline as Max Scherzer was flipped to the Rangers, Lance Lynn joins the Dodgers' rotation, and the Angels add two more bats. Rundown0:38 Max Scherzer to the Rangers3:34 Luisangel Acuña Heads to the Mets; Ozzie Albies Comps13:06 The Value in Knowing 'Why' Things Do/Don't Work17:11 A Pitch Mix Question; Lance Lynn to the Dodgers25:48 Will Justin Verlander Get Traded Too?33:33 Jordan Montgomery & Chris Stratton to the Rangers40:31 Jordan Hicks to the Blue Jays42:33 Randal Grichuk & C.J. Cron Traded Back to Angels51:39 The Royals Trade Nicky Lopez to Atlanta55:06 A JP Sears QuestionFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the big news of the week in anticipation of a busy weekend of waiver-wire pickups as Tuesday's Trade Deadline draws closer.Rundown0:33 Lucas Giolito & Reynaldo López to Angels7:44 Amed Rosario to the Dodgers; Noah Syndergaard to the Guardians16:39 Carlos Santana to the Brewers22:44 David Roberts to the Marlins24:31 Marco Luciano's ROS 'Would You Rathers?'31:33 Favorite Stashes In Hopes of Post-Deadline Spike in Value35:10 Matt Walner's Surge in Playing Time39:32 Weekly Pitching Outlook (Jose Urquidy, Johnny Cueto)45:53 Somewhat Available Two-Start Pitchers51:55 Streaming Considerations55:34 Bridging the Gap From Jordan Hicks to Ryan Helsley's Return from the ILFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Get 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code RATES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR take a spin around the depth charts of the expected sellers at the Trade Deadline in search of potential playing time winners in the fallout from swaps. Rundown1:22 Marco Luciano Joins the Giants7:13 White Sox Deadline-Related Opportunities13:38 More Bullpen Changes in KC?20:35 Limited Options for the Tigers to Deal Away?26:48 Any A's Worth Stashing?33:00 AL Grab Bag41:36 The Next Rockies Up46:02 Will the Padres Sell?49:13 Pirates on the Move54:41 Tyler O'Neil & Cards Trade Chips59:01 Are the Cubs Buyers or Sellers?1:04:13 Finding Value In the Nats' DepthFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Get 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code RATES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Eno and Welsh look at Sal Frelick player comps. Is Alika Williams someone to buy? Tyler Black, Everson Pereira, Austin Wells and more.RundownAlika Williams - 1:03Nick Gonzales - 8:41Sal Frelick - 13:20Jackson Wolf - 21:49Austin Wells - 25:03Brandon Barriera - 29:20Rockies Pitcher TJ's - 31:25Eno's Kid Guest Stars - 36:03Organization development - 36:52Tyler Black - 42:53Everson Periera - 45:53Jorbit Vivas - 50:42Johan Rojas - 53:41Listener Questions - 54:29Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshSubscribe to The Athletic for just $2/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsGet 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code: RATES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the change atop the AL East with the Orioles taking first place away from the Rays over the course of a four-game series and a few movers on Eno's latest Starting Pitcher Rankings. Plus, they examine a few surprising pitchers from the past calendar year leaderboard, and answer several mailbag questions. Rundown4:44 O's Move to First Place in the AL East (& The Rays' Recent Slide)13:21 What Did Baltimore See in Ryan O'Hearn?18:48 Pitcher Improvement Amplified by Camden Yards Changes?23:41 Surprises From the Past Calendar Year Leaderboard (SPs only)32:33 An Inside Track to Extending Shohei Ohtani by Trading For Him Now?39:06 Kutter Crawford's Emergence in the Red Sox's Rotation45:57 Paul Skenes & Mound Placement52:01 Is Alek Thomas Fixed?56:55 Ongoing Concern About Emmanuel Clase; Is It Justified?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Get 25% off your order when you go to jamesallen.com and use code RATES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Al assess the fantasy value of several prospects who were promoted in the past week, including Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Endy Rodríguez and Cade Marlowe. They also look into the types of leagues where Alex Kirilloff and Oswald Peraza should be added, determine which pitchers are worth streaming in the coming week and highlight relievers who could become closers after the trade deadline.Rundown0:51 This week’s big fantasy news stories20:50 Hitters of note32:06 Starting pitchers to consider, including streamers and two-start pitchers44:33 Closer cornerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBBe-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the barrage of runs from Tuesday night and wonder if an extremely hot summer will continue to propel offense around the league. Plus, they discuss a few tips for making trades, long-term concerns about Corbin Carroll's shoulder, aging catchers, and a pitch that might be the most unusual offering in baseball. Rundown1:52 DVR Loses Delivery Crown3:14 Climate Change and Baseball9:50 Future Adjustments to Stadium Dimensions & Amenities?14:45 A San Francisco Stumper19:13 Trade Tips: What Actually Gets Deals Done?27:43 Cody Bellinger's Long-Term Outlook34:11 Corbin Carroll's Shoulder40:38 Dynasty Value of Veteran Catchers (J.T. Realmuto & Salvador Pérez)50:23 Trust Location+ More In-Season?52:04 The Most Unusual Pitch in Baseball?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsCheck out these offers from our ad partners....Go to zbiotics.com/rates to get 15% off your first order when you use RATES at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.