Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno and DVR discuss the value of not swinging the bat, and why that might be a big problem for baseball to solve. Plus, they examine several slow-starting pitchers in search of underlying problems that could persist, and potential trade targets. Rundown- Swinging Is Bad, Mmmm K?- Is Something Wrong With Freddy Peralta?- José Berríos' Slow Start- Fading Interest in Targeting Charlie Morton?- What's Up with Trevor Rogers?- Tyler Mahle: Not an SP1 (Shocker)- "You Can't Go Rapid Fire On José Urquidy!"- Taking the 'L' with Kyle Hendricks- Germán Márquez's Awful Start- Scouting & Projections- xStats v. ROS ProjectionsFollow 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/ratesandbarrelsWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss several slow-starting bats and try to determine where there are opportunities to make viable trades, and where the early downturn in performance might be a warning sign of a disappointing 2022 season. Plus, they discuss some of the fallout from rosters shrinking, and Joe Ryan's success despite underwhelming pitching model numbers. Rundown- Making Sense of Marcus Semien's April- Is Anything Actually Wrong with Whit Merrifield?- Randy Arozarena's GB% & O-Swing% Spike- Is Ketel Marte Broken?- Trent Grisham's Post 2020 Stumble- Jesse Winker's Quiet Start in Seattle- Franmil Reyes & Max Muncy- Justin Turner v. Time- Willie Calhoun Wants a Trade; Would You Trade For Him?- Josh Lowe Heads Back to Durham- Joe Ryan v. the Pitching+ ModelFollow 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/ratesandbarrelsWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a the idea of streaming stolen bases, Adalberto Mondesi's ACL injury, early fallers and subsequent shallow-league drop considerations, stabilization points, and the potential value of foul balls, and more. RundownStreaming Steals in Daily Leagues?Adalberto Mondesi Suffers a Torn ACLWhen Can You Determine a Player is Droppable Based on Statcast Numbers?Stuff+/Pitching+ StabilizingIs Charlie Morton a Buy Low?Foul Balls & Hit ProbabilityFollow 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/ratesandbarrelsWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss their weekend roster churn -- including another low-cost closer dart in the wake of a poor outing Sunday -- early hard-hit rate surprises, another major injury for Eloy Jiménez, whether the ball has historically been in a state of flux, and more. Rundown- Taking a Chance on Tanner Scott in the Face of a Sunday Meltdown- Cristian Javier Moves Back Into the Houston Rotation- Early Hard-Hit Ball Leaders- Admiration of the Yankees' Pitching Depth- Keeping the Faith in Brandon Marsh (& Christian Yelich)- Has the Ball Always Been Fluctuating?- Micro Decisions: Daily League Lineups- Opportunities in the White Sox's Lineup with InjuriesFollow 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/ratesandbarrelsWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss their ongoing search for quality innings, how to adjust if you're already looking to make up ground in pitching categories, a new early-season hitting metric to consider, reaching maximum velocities on a situational basis, and more. Rundown- Finding Starting Pitchers Early in the Season- Beyond the Streamers- Regrets About an Early Tyler Wells Drop?- Prospect of the Week is Back!- A New Early Sample Hitting Metric (From Dorsey)- Situational Max Velocity?- An Exercise in Pickup DecisionsFollow 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 early worry, weekend drops, fast-rising starting pitchers, Jacob deGrom's long-term approach with velocity, Alex Verdugo's impressive start to the season, and Jarren Duran's eventual path back to a prominent role in Boston. RundownWhen to Worry: Early Slump v. Problematic Underlying NumbersHealthy Drops From Week 12Is Owen Miller a Significant Upgrade?Fast-Rising Starting PitchersAm I Mad at Jacob deGrom, or Am I Just Wrong?Kyle Wright's AdjustmentsPitching_Bot's 2022 Team Pitching SummariesAlex Verdugo's Early Statcast Numbers & Jarren Duran's PathFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss Clayton Kershaw's gem in Minnesota, playing the long game with his health, changes made by Jesús Luzardo in Miami, a new Stuff+ Leader, making early drop decisions, and more. RundownFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a busy Opening Weekend including a few disappointing performances from fantasy aces, more confusion with multiple teams deploying closer committees, in-season tools they use for managing their rosters, and much more. RundownDisappointing Aces: Brandon Woodruff, Shane Bieber & Julio UríasDo Foul Balls Matter in Pitching Performances?More Committee Questions & Electric FiremenWeekend Starting Pitcher Stuff+ LeadersBigger Leadoff BatsIn-Season Management Tools & ProjectionsPlate Discipline & Quality of ContactSteven Kwan's Power CeilingHector Neris Appeal w/Ryan Pressly's Velo DipFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Opening Day swap between the Twins and Padres, and the fallout for each team's bullpen and rotation. Plus, their takeaways from draft season, most rostered players for 2022, and a few bold predictions from DVR. RundownThe Free-Agent Frenzy in LABRAn Opening Day Twins-Padres SwapLate Draft Season Helium: Bobby Witt Jr. & Julio Rodríguez v. CJ AbramsMost Rostered PlayersDraft Season TakeawaysDVR's Bold Predictions (Judged by Eno)Follow 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 Jacob deGrom shoulder injury, Spencer Torkelson and Matt Brash making the Opening Day rosters, Craig Kimbrel's bumpy spring debut with the Dodgers, the Angels' decision to DFA Justin Upton, and more.RundownJacob deGrom's Shoulder InjuryOpportunity for Tylor MegillSpencer Torkelson Makes Opening Day RosterCraig Kimbrel-AJ Pollock TradeGavin Lux is DVR's New Victor RoblesJustin Upton DFA's by AngelsMatt Brash & Reid Detmers Earn Rotation SpotsImportant Show Links!Swab for Caryn: https://linktr.ee/SWABFORCARYNSteve Moyer Memorabilia Auction: https://kitsonauctions.hibid.com/catalog/351463/steve-moyer-estate-and-sports-memorabilia-auction/?Follow 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.