Britt and DVR look back the approach of a few recent teams that made it to the World Series and discuss the value of making smaller moves that still make an impact without being a splashy mid-season blockbuster. Can the 2021 Trade Deadline plan of the Braves be replicated as a template, or was it a perfect storm? Rundown4:22 Recent World Series Teams' Trade Deadlines14:42 The Perfect Deadline? Atlanta's 2021 Approach20:09 Standing Pat v. Looking to the Future25:29 The 2024 Hall of Fame Class41:39 Key Series as Teams Try to Pick a Lane44:45 Why Are the Cubs Content to Look to 2025?49:33 The Astros' Desire for a 'Star' First BasemanFollow 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/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Britt GhiroliExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR is joined by Jeff Erickson, RotoWire Senior Editor, to discuss the fallout from an injury-filled weekend that included IL stints for Ozzie Albies, Max Fried, and Bo Bichette (among others). Plus, they discuss how to make up ground in the standings in the second half of the season, before looking at a few popular pickups and drops from the weekly leagues. Rundown2:06 Expectations for Nacho Alvarez Jr.11:36 Bo Bichette's Setback with a Calf Strain17:51 Updates From Around the League: Julio Rodríguez & Carlos Correa28:22 Mike Trout, J.T. Realmuto, Tyler Glasnow & Clayton KershawHave We Underrated Kershaw's Recent Seasons Because of Lost time?36:02 What's Your Process for Making Up Ground in the Standings48:13 Who Has Emerged Unexpectedly in 2024 With a Great Chance to Remain Relevant?54:10 Where the Money Went -- Is Victor Robles Back?1:01:57 Surprising Drops: Frankie Montas, Landon Knack & Matt WallnerFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Jeff on Twitter: @Jeff_Ericksone-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 VanRiperWith: Jeff EricksonExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR host their first second-half rebound draft looking for players who have accrued negative value to this point (12-team, 5x5 leagues) with the best chances of turning things around in the second half. Plus, they consider comps for the recently promoted Jacob Wilson, Brooks Baldwin's opportunity with the White Sox, River Ryan's model-breaking arsenal, and a few names to consider on the waiver wire this weekend.Rundown1:31 Second-Half Rebound Draft: Luis Robert Jr. v. Gerrit Cole4:50 Xander Bogaerts & Dansby Swanson7:50 Blake Snell & Kevin Gausman11:56 Josh Lowe & Bo Bichette15:44 Lars Nootbaar & Hunter Brown17:51 A Waffle to Yusei Kikuchi, the Case for Closers & Sean Murphy23:01 Camilo Doval & Edwin Díaz27:52 Project Prospect: Jacob Wilson Gets the Call34:25 Brooks Baldwin's Opportunity in Chicago39:30 River Ryan's Model-Breaking Stuff Numbers47:14 Other Pitching Prospects to Consider Stashing53:09 Injured Pitchers Nearing Return58:12 The 12-Team Mixed League Outfield Puzzle1:04:55 Future Saves: Time to Stash Ben Joyce & A.J. Puk?Follow 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 SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices