Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno and DVR discuss several recently promoted players in the wake of September roster expansion including Gunnar Henderson, Spencer Steer, Garrett Mitchell, Hunter Brown, and Ken Waldichuk -- plus a few second-half pitchers competing for long-term opportunities with their respective clubs. Rundown2:02 Gunnar Henderson is Up!8:33 Spencer Steer's Late-Season Opportunity16:55 Nick Senzel's 2023 Role?19:58 Spencer Torkelson, Round 222:59 Miguel Vargas Returns27:17 Michael Toglia's Regular Run33:57 Hunter Brown's Promotion in Houston37:31 Ken Waldichuk Debuts46:03 Brayan Bello, Cade Cavalli & Javier Assad54:54 Julio Rodríguez's Long-Term Deal with the MarinersFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe for $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion of Corbin Carroll, his chances of being relevant in all league formats down the stretch, second-half risers in contact quality, how we missed on Paul Goldschmidt's MVP-worthy 2022 campaign, and a few late reliever pickups capable of making meaningful contributions. Rundown-- Corbin Carroll Gets the Call-- Jesús Aguilar DFA'd by the Marlins-- Second-Half Barrel & Hard-Hit Surgers-- What's Next for Rowdy Tellez?-- How Did We Miss on Paul Goldschmidt?-- The Timing of Taking Chances on Young, Breakout Players-- Ketel Marte's Pursuit of His 2019 Peak-- Waiting on Shortstop Worked Out-- Late-Season Bullpen HelpFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a few challenging late-season decisions, how to potentially avoid the issues in the future, a disappointing 2022 from Jared Walsh, the search for help at first base, their latest installment of Prospect of the Week, pitching in the zone 'too much' and more. Rundown-- Tough Late-Season Decisions-- How to Avoid Chasing Pitching in the Future-- Making the Difficult Drop-- Jared Walsh's 2022: What Went Wrong?-- Finding First Base Help-- Prospect of the Week-- More Info on Cade Cavalli-- Removing Bias Against Old Pitchers-- Pitching In the Zone Too Much?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe for $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the long-term outlook for Walker Buehler following his second career Tommy John surgery, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s decision to undergo shoulder surgery while serving his suspension, a few approach similarities between Bo Bichette and Michael Harris II, late-season promotions thanks to new CBA rules, Oneil Cruz's Statcast-breaking feat, and much more.Rundown-- Walker Buehler Undergoes a Second Tommy John Surgery-- Fernando Tatis Jr. Set for Shoulder Surgery-- Michael Harris II and Similarities to Bo Bichette's Profile?-- Cade Cavalli & Late Promotions-- Oneil Cruz Sets New Max Exit Velocity Record-- Has Amed Rosario Finally Reached His Ceiling?-- What's Next for Yoán Moncada?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe for $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss several late-season pitchers to monitor in hopes of finding undervalued arms for stretch run, and potential big movers in 2023 -- including young starters, relievers w/the chance to move into larger roles, and the next group of elite closers.  Rundown-- Starters with Stuff+ Improvements From Last Season-- Jake Junis' Emergence in San Francisco-- Potential Movers from Current Bullpen Role to Future Starting Opportunities-- Making Sense of DL Hall's Debut-- Nick Lodolo in the Face of Sinkers Disappearing-- Edward Cabrera's Recent Success-- The Next Group of Elite Relievers-- Yusei Kikuchi as a Bullpen Arm?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe for $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.'s positive PED test and subsequent 80-game suspension, CJ Abrams' long-term power outlook, the biggest risers and fallers in slugging percentage from 2021 to 2022, and much more. Rundown4:07 Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Suspension, Future Outlook12:27 CJ Abrams' Long-Term Power Trajectory; Early-Career Comps21:05 Stat Traps?25:59 Slugging Percentage Year-over-Year Risers28:35 Andrés Giménez's Step Forward33:41 Nick Gordon's Surprising Power42:04 Yasmani Grandal's Plummeting Pop45:26 Better Rebound Candidate: Castellanos v. Winker51:25 Marcus Semien's Mid-Season Turnaround58:45 Moves Allowed for Non-Playoff Teams in Keeper League?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe for $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss several second-half standouts that they are optimistic about beyond 2022, factors to consider when looking for deep pitching stashes late in the season, the possibility of two massive contracts for Juan Soto given his age, and whether it's time to shift more leagues to a combined 'Saves + Holds' stat to remedy closer inflation. Rundown-- Bullish On Young KC Bats?-- Targeting Jose Barrero Despite Elevated K%?-- J.D. Davis' New Opportunity in San Francisco-- Holding Out Hope for Luis Rengifo?-- Interest in JJ Bleday?-- What to Consider with Keeper/Dynasty Pitcher Stashes?-- Two Massive Deals for Juan Soto?-- Why Hasn't There Been a Shift to More Saves+Holds Leagues?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe for $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the value provided (or lack thereof) from the top-end closers in the pool so far this season, and whether that might lead to a less aggressive draft market toward the saves category in 2023. Plus, they consider what would go into a calculation that better quantifies risk, expectations for a few pitchers making late-season returns from injury, and candidates to be the 'next Jesse Winker'. Rundown-- Early Alternatives to Josh Hader and Liam Hendriks-- Are Relievers Valued Incorrectly?-- Overshopping the Bargain Bin-- Will Sanity Return to Closer ADPs Next Season?-- A Lot of Disappointment: Pick 100-200 Range-- Quantifying Risk-- Expectations for Late-Season SPs Returning From Injuries-- An Approach to Hitters-- Finding the Next Jesse WinkerFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comRelated Reading 'Inter-Projection Volatility & The ATC Projections' by Ariel Cohen (@ATCNY): https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/inter-projection-volatility-the-atc-projections/Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Trade Deadline takeaways, the frustration when teams try to 'thread the needle' in the wake of the Brewers' recent moves, the seemingly light activity of the Mets, a fascinating Brandon Marsh-Logan O'Hoppe trade, the absence of Ronald Acuña Jr.'s power (so far) this season coming off of a torn ACL, Walker Buehler's pre-injury struggles, and their favorite Vin Scully stories. Rundown-- All-In v. Threading the Needle-- Wild Card Bubble v. First Place Team in Deadline Decisions-- Shorten Service Time to Free Agency, Push More Teams to Play For Now?-- More Disappointment Per Capita: Mets Fans or Brewers-- Was the Mets' Deadline Really *That* Bad?-- Most Intriguing Deals-- Eno's Bad Mike Trout Trade-- Prospect of the Week-- Getting Dunked On By Kids & A Ronald Acuña Jr. Question-- Injury Risk in Long-Term Trade Targets?-- Walker Buehler's Pre-Injury Woes-- Remembering Vin ScullyFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Luis Castillo to Seattle, big surprises in the latest update to Eno's Starting Pitcher Rankings, a breaking news(!) trade that sent Josh Hader to San Diego, and much more. Rundown-- Getting Luis Castillo Out of Great American Ballpark-- Cincinnati's Future Focus-- David Peralta to the Rays-- Eno's Updated Starting Pitcher Rankings (Subscribers to The Athletic can view the rankings here: https://theathletic.com/3458778)-- Chris Bassitt's Ascent-- Breaking News: Josh Hader Traded to the Padres!-- Jon Gray, Year 1 in Texas-- Nick Lodolo: Young Starting Pitcher on the Rise?-- Is Corey Kluber a Younger Adam Wainwright?-- Lucas Giolito's 2022 Slide-- The New Reid DetmersFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.