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Under the Radarrrrrr Series Finale

Dec 8th, 2022 1h 4m

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss Aaron Judge's return to the Bronx with a nine-year deal that paves the way for him to remain a career Yankee, the frenzy of activity around this year's Winter Meetings, how varying front-office strategies, like varyin

Putting a Bow on the 2022 Fantasy Baseball Season

Oct 12th, 2022 58m 7s

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the end of a very successful 2022 fantasy baseball season, and a few takeaways from things that ultimately went right, before going on hiatus during the playoffs. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifinoFollow Ian on

Late Loopholes, Navigating the Endgame & Staying Patient

Sep 28th, 2022 49m 33s

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a variety of topics including a potential late-season loophole in keeper leagues, a pair of rapidly-rising pitchers in the minors, trying to navigate the final days of the season while chasing a championship, Josh Jun

Takeaways From the 2022 Fantasy Baseball Season

Sep 27th, 2022 54m 2s

DVR and Al share their takeaways from the 2022 fantasy baseball season. The steady stream of prospect promotions was one of the distinguishing features of this season, and DVR and Al consider whether this is now a lasting part of baseball's lan

The Final Waiver Wire Show for 2022

Sep 23rd, 2022 51m 57s

For the last time during the 2022 season, DVR and Al take a look at the waiver wire options for the coming weekend. They discuss how much recent callups Ezequiel Tovar and Jordan Diaz could help fantasy managers, and they consider the types of

Late-Season Surprises, Tipping the Cap, Eloy's Ceiling & Feats of Judge

Sep 21st, 2022 51m 30s

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few late-season surprises -- including Bubba Thompson's massive contributions as a source of stolen bases -- the incredible Adolis García follow-up, Eloy Jiménez's ceiling and 2023 appeal, gut reactions on 'liking v

Making Sense of 2022's Hitter Barrel Rate Risers and Fallers

Sep 20th, 2022 1h 8m

DVR and Al take a look at the hitters who had the largest year-to-year increases and decreases in their barrel rates. Among the top risers discussed are Aaron Judge, Yordan Alvarez, Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Christian Walker, while Ronald Acuña Jr.

Waiver Wire Options for Week 25

Sep 16th, 2022 55m 18s

DVR and Al break down the FAB options on this penultimate waiver wire episode. They discuss recent callups Josh Jung and Mark Vientos, as well as the Rockies' possible callup for Ezequiel Tovar. They also discuss Elvis Andrus' remarkable comeba

The General Has Mark Kotsay's Back!

Sep 16th, 2022 54m 27s

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss rebelling relievers, George Washington taking the side of Mark Kotsay, growing excitement for the playoffs, Michael Harris II's soaring stock, tightly clustered wins, the growing case for working with a co-manager, an

Making Sense of 2022's Hitter Strikeout Rate Risers and Fallers

Sep 13th, 2022 1h 6m

DVR and Al look into the hitters who saw the largest surges and drops in their strikeout rates from 2021, and they see if those changes could make any difference in their 2023 fantasy value. Among the strikeout rate fallers discussed are Taylor

Waiver Wire Options for Week 24

Sep 9th, 2022 49m 10s

DVR and Al discuss where fantasy managers should add a pair of Rangers callups -- top prospect Josh Jung and 24-year-old catcher Sam Huff. They also talk about Triston Casas' fantasy appeal, the chances for a rebound from Yoán Moncada and Mets

Lewis Brinson in San Francisco, a Late Push for Abrams & Avoiding the Top Prospect Chase

Sep 7th, 2022 1h 7m

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss Lewis Brinson's opportunity with the Giants, Felix Bautista's soaring long-term value, the benefits of the O's decision to move back the fences in left field, Juan Soto's missing power since being traded to San Diego,

A Recap of the 2022 Rookie Pitcher Class

Sep 6th, 2022 1h 1m

DVR and Al look back (and a little bit ahead) on the 2022 seasons produced by rookie pitchers. They focus on Spencer Strider, George Kirby and Shane Baz as starters who could be fantasy aces in the near future, and they also look at some rookie

Waiver Wire Options for Week 23

Sep 2nd, 2022 55m 11s

Are there waiver options to target beyond Corbin Carroll and Gunnar Henderson? DVR and Al discuss the bevy of players who are worth pursuing in the coming weekend's FAB bidding, and they also talk about whether Carroll or Henderson would be the

A Recap of the 2022 Rookie Hitter Class

Sep 1st, 2022 1h 1m

DVR and Al take a look at this season's still-evolving class of rookie hitters. They consider the case to be made for Julio Rodríguez and Bobby Witt Jr. as 2023 first-round picks and look into the future fantasy value of several other rookies,

Back at Full Strength (That's Debatable!)

Aug 31st, 2022 55m 56s

Nando is back with Ian and DVR to discuss Hunter Brown's late-season opportunity with the Astros, a thinning pool at second base -- differing expectations for Nolan Gorman in Year 2 -- premiums for positional scarcity, and the best owner in bas

Corbin Carroll's Debut and A Final Prospect Roundup for 2022

Aug 30th, 2022 1h 3m

DVR and Al discuss the major league debuts of Corbin Carroll, Garrett Mitchell and Cade Cavalli and assess their fantasy appeal for the remainder of this season and for the longer term. They also take their final look at prospects whose status

Waiver Wire Options for Week 22

Aug 26th, 2022 49m 32s

DVR and Al consider whether it's worth stashing Orioles infield prospect Gunnar Henderson, now that it's anticipated that he will make his debut sometime this season, and they discuss whether it's still worth adding Manuel Margot, Lars Nootbaar

Lessons Learned With Drafting Saves and Steals

Aug 25th, 2022 1h 6m

DVR and Al revisit their strategies for drafting saves heading into the 2022 season and ask whether targeting elite closers like Josh Hader and Liam Hendriks was worth it. They also consider some emerging candidates for saves for 2023. DVR and

Choosing Luxury in Roster Construction, Story's Slide & Tough In-Season Pitching Decisions

Aug 24th, 2022 1h 12m

Ian and DVR discuss choosing a luxury -- elite catchers v. elite closers -- in the roster construction process, disagreement about the 2023 expectations for Trevor Story, a big step forward from Jordan Montgomery to begin his time in St. Louis,

Gunnar Henderson's Promotion Chances Plus Double-A Standouts

Aug 24th, 2022 47m 39s

DVR and Al consider whether Gunnar Henderson and Josh Jung are likely to join Corbin Carroll as top prospects who could be due to make a major league debut late this season. They also discuss the recent promotions of Brett Baty, Oswaldo Cabrera

Waiver Wire Options for Week 21

Aug 19th, 2022 59m 19s

Al and Eno react to the report that Corbin Carroll is expected to get called up this season and discuss the fantasy appeal of some recently promoted prospects, including Brett Baty, Estevan Florial and Oswaldo Cabrera. They also consider who mi

Players We've Largely Ignored in 2022

Aug 18th, 2022 53m 56s

DVR and Al talk about several players who have come up infrequently on previous episodes this season. They kick off their discussion of pitchers by trying to solve a puzzle regarding Corbin Burnes' recent trends, and they move on to discuss Pab

Long-Term Expectations with Short-Term Implications

Aug 17th, 2022 1h 1m

Ian and DVR discuss Ian's final Dynasty Rankings update for 2022 including Julio Rodríguez atop the list -- the implications of long-term shifts in value on the 2023 redraft landscape, how the Fernando Tatis Jr. suspension impacts his outlook,