Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno and DVR discuss the upcoming return of Hunter Greene for a critical juncture in the schedule, and if the Reds might have found an undervalued group of pitchers despite the tendencies of Great American Ball Park. Plus, they look at James Wood's recent slump and the potential impact on his 2026 value, Jo Adell's career-year, and the bloated ratios of Griffin Jax despite great underlying numbers before recapping where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.Rundown1:31 Hunter Greene: Expected to Return on Wednesday11:05 Michael King: A Two-Inning Outing in Weekend Return13:07 Chris Sale: Rehab Start Coming Tuesday; Hurston Waldrep Changes17:27 James Wood’s Recent Slump, 2026 Outlook26:01 A Decision to Pinch-Hit for PCA Against JoJo Romero31:53 Expecting Regression from Jeremy Peña After Career-Year?34:18 Time to Believe in Jo Adell, Now and Forever?37:56 Making Sense of Griffin Jax’s 2025 Struggles43:24 Where the Money Went: Luis Gil, Cade Cavalli, and Jakob Marsee’s Speed CeilingFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe 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.

Niv Shah, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent and a familiar voice discussing ballpark cuisine, brings a delicious twist to the conversation. The chat covers Josh Naylor's surprising speed boost that catapulted him into the top ranks, while Cade Cavalli's improved performance post-surgery creates excitement for Nationals fans. Niv shares insights on the intriguing rise of Jakob Marsee, and speculates on Warming Bernabel's potential at Coors Field, blending baseball analytics with fun food commentary.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss history on tap this weekend when Jen Pawol will become the first woman to umpire a regular season MLB game, the return of Michael King (and potential adjustments for JP Sears in the Padres' organization), the ways in which hitters can make life difficult on opposing pitchers, the struggles of relievers in new roles and on new clubs since the Trade Deadline, and Eno's attempt to sort out which team has the best bullpen in baseball.Rundown0:51 Jen Pawol: First Woman to Umpire in MLB Regular Season2:30 Michael King: Returning Saturday; Potential Adjustments for JP Sears7:57 Gavin Williams: Takes No-Hit Bid Into the Ninth Inning on Wednesday10:32 Which Division Is the Toughest on Pitchers in 2025?17:10 What Makes a Pitcher's Job More Difficult?26:08 WAR Surfing in Evaluating Pitchers (and Cy Young Award candidates)31:06 Making Sense of Reliever Struggles Since the Trade Deadline38:17 Chase Rates Jump in the Ninth Inning?!43:28 Eno's Look at the Best Bullpens in Baseball53:34 Devin Williams' Chase Contact Rate Spike (Q from Bitcloud)1:01:48 George Kirby v. Joe Ryan in Long-Term Situations (Q from Sierra Six)1:08:47 Shane Baz's Slider Changes (Q from Thiago Splitchange)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe 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 returns to discuss a contract extension for Roman Anthony and to help determine if the Yankees' defensive shortcomings are as bad as the internet might lead you to believe. Plus, DVR talks Brewers with Vinny Rottino of FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin. What has helped propel the Brewers to the best record in baseball during the first week of August?Rundown2:03 Roman Anthony: Agrees to Eight-Year, $130M Extension12:20 Aaron Judge is Back; the Yankees Are Still Spiraling18:32 The Sloppy Mistakes That We Notice29:00 Vinny Rottino Joins the Show to Talk Brewers32:15 Jacob Misiorowski's Adjustments Since Spring Training35:53 Brandon Woodruff's Impressive Return From Shoulder Surgery41:46 Quinn Priester's Ascent in the Brewers' Rotation46:34 Andrew Vaughn's Turnaround in Milwaukee50:03 Brice Turang's Long-Term Power Potential54:45 Jackson Chourio in Year 257:45 Sal Frelick Flying Under the Radar Outside of Milwaukee1:00:37 The Glue Guys & An Organization In Sync?1:08:53 Grayson Rodriguez: Elbow Debridement SurgeryFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisGuest: Vinny RottinoProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Nando Di Fino and Ian Kahn for an Under the Radar reunion! The trio discusses the differences between the Dodgers' push for an elite rotation compared to the Padres' push for an elite bullpen, the Marlins effectively playing spoiler throughout the middle-third of the season, growing concern about the Yankees amidst a recent slide, a split on Spencer Jones' long-term outlook, and the Twins' production team magnanimous share of Jhoan Duran's entrance following his trade to Philly. Rundown0:57 The UTR Reunion Begins4:13 Padres/Dodgers - Different Approaches to Building Out Pitching9:00 Nando Guy Deep Cut: JP Sears Gets Fresh Start in San Diego13:57 'Baltimore lineup finally....'22:15 A Mailbag Question About Body Language (from: KigaKoyata)27:18 'Marlins being bosses.'31:39 'Yankees might be screwed.' (related to previous topic)40:00 Is This a Good Trade that Nando Passed On?49:55: 'Arte Moreno going for it.' (This isn't really going for it, is it?)56:38 Scherzer1:00:17 Philly's Jhoan Duran walk out. Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Nando Di Fino and Ian KahnExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Vlad Sedler of FTN Fantasy to discuss Austin Riley's return to the IL, Jacob Misiorowski's quick trip to the IL, Max Muncy's upcoming return, and the bizarre season of Tommy Edman before sharing some of the adjustments they make for the final two months of the season. Plus, they look back at where the money was spent this weekend on the waiver wire, and uncooperative weather for the Speedway Classic at Bristol.Rundown1:16 Austin Riley's Return to the IL6:12 Jacob Misiorowski to the IL w/Tibia Contusion10:40 Tommy Edman, Max Muncy, Blake Snell & a Blake Treinen Wobble19:12 Tactical Adjustments for the Fantasy Baseball Stretch Run28:46 Where the Money Went: Warming Up to Jakob Marsee?40:15 Will the O's Let Coby Mayo Play Every Day Here on Out?52:05 The Speedway Classic Draws a 'Fyre Festival' Comp58:09 Rehab Assignment Updates: Shane Bieber & Michael KingFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Vlad on Bluesky: @rotogut.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHost: Derek VanRiperWith: Vlad SedlerProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the fallout from this year's Trade Deadline and focus on several winners and losers with fresh opportunities on the teams that moved players with established roles.Rundown1:42 Ronald Acuña Jr.: Grade 1 Calf Strain8:03 Jackson Chourio: Headed to the IL11:55 Jonathan Aranda's Wrist Injury; Future Outlook18:36 Bullpen Battle: The League's Top-Three Relief Units?23:32 Saves Up for Grabs36:34 Which Role Will Jack Perkins Land In?42:51 Big Winners Among Hitters1:01:54 Show BusinessFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe 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, DVR, and Britt discuss all of the happenings leading into the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline including the Padres' huge deal with the A's to land Mason Miller, trades that sent elite relievers to the Phillies (Jhoan Duran), Mets (Ryan Helsley) and Yankees (David Bednar), the Astros' reunion with Carlos Correa within a flurry of upgrades, Eugenio Suárez's move to Seattle, Shane Bieber to the Blue Jays, and much more. Rundown0:45 A.J. Preller Wreaks Havoc (Again) at the Trade Deadline1:54 Mason Miller (and JP Sears) to the Padres14:04 Jhoan Duran to the Phillies for Mick Abel & Eduardo Tait19:12 The Mets Get Two Bullpen Upgrades (Ryan Helsey & Tyler Rogers)24:32 Shane Bieber to the Blue Jays, Expectations Post-Injury?30:08 Carlos Correa Goes Back to Houston as the Astros Make Several Moves36:30 Ke'Bryan Hayes & the Reds' Upgrades43:09 Eugenio Suárez: Lands in Seattle for Reasonable Three-Player Return53:21 Ryan McMahon and David Bednar Lead the Yankees' Haul59:14 Taylor Rogers & The Cubs' Moves1:06:51 The Minnesota Bullpen Gets Cleaned Out1:16:02 The Royals Make a Few Additions1:21:55 The Twins Get Away From a Large Share of the Carlos Correa Deal1:31:57 Late Deals & Small SwapsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss the Cubs' decision to extend President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer earlier this week, trend at the Trade Deadline from the past 25 years thanks to the research of the great Cespedes BBQ Crew, a few traded they would like to see, the surging Reds' deadline outlook, and what Guardians fans might look forward to amidst a disappointing 2025 season.Rundown1:26 Jed Hoyer Extended as Cubs President of Baseball Operations11:20 Isaac Paredes' Hamstring Injury Worse Than Expected17:56 Eno Seeks Upgrades for Phillies21:30 Trade Deadline Trends From the Last 25 Years28:44 Jed Finds a Catcher Upgrade for the Padres36:16 The Reds Are Heating Up at a Great Time48:02 Baseball at Bristol; Alternative Venues You'd Like to Play In54:03 What Do Guardians Fans Have to Look Forward to?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the passing of Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, whose HOF career influenced a generation of baseball players throughout the 80s and 90s.Plus, they discuss the debut of Carson Whisenhunt, adjusting to new catchers in-season, if measures to preserve the health of pitchers are showing signs of success, and how they would pitch to A's rookie Nick Kurtz, who continues to impress in Year 1.Rundown1:14 Cubs Legend Ryne Sandberg Passes Away at Age 655:56 Carson Whisenhunt Debuts, Shows Elite Changeup8:37 Eno's Intrigue w/Carson Seymour11:41 Danny Jansen to the Brewers; How Difficult Is It to Work with a New Catcher In-Season?18:06 So, That's Why They Traded for Chris Paddack24:23 Protecting Pitchers: Is Anything Working?38:13 Bullpen Trends Over Time46:48 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Nick Kurtz59:22 Rich Hill DFA'd by Royals: Can You Name His 14 MLB Teams?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe 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.