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- 3 days ago1h 28m
OTW 263 - FAAB #19; July 26, 2026
On The Wire With the August 3rd MLB trade deadline bearing down, Adam and Kevin work through an unusually heavy injury news day. The back half is built around FAAB strategy for the stretch run: where to spend on power, speed, and volume/ratio pitching with only eight FAAB Sundays left, plus a reminder to raise your risk tolerance the further back you are in the standings. Welcome and News (0:00:00–0:20:00) Cody Bellinger exits Saturday's game with an apparent leg injury sliding into second base Players Discussed: Cody Bellinger, Max Schuemann, Jasson Domínguez, Spencer Jones Dodgers expect Enrique Hernández and Edwin Díaz back from the IL this week Players Discussed: Enrique Hernández, Edwin Díaz, Mookie Betts, Tommy Edman, Kyle Tucker, Teoscar Hernández, Max Muncy Connor Prielipp rejoins the Twins rotation for Sunday's start Players Discussed: Connor Prielipp, Joe Ryan, Taj Bradley, Zebby Matthews Rangers place Josh Jung on the IL, recall Josh Smith Players Discussed: Josh Jung, Josh Smith, Ezequiel Duran Astros lose Spencer Arrighetti to the IL, call up Bryan King Players Discussed: Spencer Arrighetti, Bryan King, Ethan Pecko, Ronel Blanco More News (0:20:00–0:50:00) Mets place Juan Soto on the IL with a calf strain Players Discussed: Juan Soto, Jorge Polanco, Brett Baty, Luis Robert Jr. Jr., Carson Benge, Eric Wagaman, Jared Young Rays activate Steven Matz, option Chris Roycroft to Triple-A Players Discussed: <a href="https:
- 1 weeks ago1h 19m
OTW 262 - FAAB #18; July 16, 2026
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- Jun 28, 20261h 31m
OTW 260 - FAAB #15; June 28, 2026
On The WireAdam and Kevin navigate one of the thinnest FAAB weeks of the season, breaking down the limited pitching landscape while highlighting the best speculative bats, bullpen changes, and stash candidates heading into July.0:00 – 30:00 | Welcome and NewsTopics DiscussedAdam Howe and Kevin Hastings open the show with a look at the halfway point of the fantasy baseball season.Discussion of the increasingly difficult starting pitching landscape and how it impacts weekly FAAB decisions.Injury updates and roster movement around the league.Bullpen changes, closer situations, and reliever hierarchy updates for several clubs.News surrounding rotation injuries and potential replacements heading into the coming scoring period.Players DiscussedBen Brown, Edward Cabrera, Trent Thornton, Jacob Webb, Caleb Ferguson, Dylan Lee, Pierce Johnson, Brock Burke, Tony Santillan, Matthew Boyd, Brian Wu, Bryce Miller, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, Christian Scott, Hurston Waldrep, Cade Cavalli30:00 – 50:00 | More NewsTopics DiscussedContinued review of injuries, transactions, and lineup changes.Fantasy implications of several teams' changing depth charts.Discussion of returning injured players and stash candidates.Final news items before transitioning into FAAB recommendations.Players DiscussedBen Brown, Edward Cabrera, David Peterson, Lucas Giolito, Aaron Nola, Freddy Peralta, George Springer, Bo Bichette, Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Bobby Witt Jr.., Jacob Wilson, Max Muncy, Maikel Garcia, Josh Rojas50:00 – 1:05:00 | Hitter FAABTopics DiscussedWeekly hitter FAAB recommendations centered on power production.Players with favorable schedules and platoon advantages.Speed and category specialists who can help immediately.Playing time opportunities created by injuries and lineup changes.Discussion of hitters with improving underlying skills and rest-of-season upside.Players DiscussedRichie Palacios, Jared Young, Connor Joe, Tyler Freeman, Jared Triolo, Nick Loftin, Caleb Durbin, Taylor Walls, Maikel Garcia, Jacob Gonzalez, Anthony Seigler, Cooper Ingle, G
- Jun 21, 20261h 25m
OTW 259 - FAAB #14; June 21, 2026
0:00 – Intro, News & NotesDiscussion of Father's Day, Shohei Ohtani's paternity leave, Mike Trout's latest injury, Christian Moore's promotion, playing-time changes around the league, and other roster movement impacting fantasy value.Players Discussed: Shohei Ohtani, Mike Trout, Christian Moore, Vaughn Grissom, Trey Mancini, Donovan Walton, Denzer Guzman, José Siri, Moisés Ballesteros, Michael Conforto, Andrew Painter18:38 – News & Playing Time UpdatesAdditional injury news, lineup changes, prospect movement, and playing-time battles around the league.Players Discussed: Mike Trout, Christian Moore, Donovan Walton, Denzer Guzman, José Siri, Jac Caglianone35:01 – Power Targets (HR/RBI)FAAB recommendations for managers looking to add power production, including veterans, emerging contributors, and corner infield options.Players Discussed: Joc Pederson, Matt Shaw, Rhys Hoskins, Dominic Smith, José Ramírez, José Siri, Cooper Pratt, Victor Robles43:10 – Speed Targets (R/SB)Targets for stolen bases and runs, with an emphasis on players gaining playing time and lineup opportunities.Players Discussed: Victor Robles, Victor Mesa Jr., Austin Slater, Nate Eaton, Anthony Siegler, Kristian Campbell50:55 – Opportunity Targets (PA/AVG)Hitters seeing increased plate appearances due to injuries, lineup shuffling, or organizational decisions.Players Discussed: Nick Sogard, Marcelo Mayer, Gabriel Rincones Jr., Eli White, Ronald Acuña Jr., Vaughn Grissom58:18 – Pitching Volume Targets (W/K)A challenging waiver-wire environment for starters leads to discussion of available volume arms and returning pitchers.Players Discussed: Shane Bieber, Kyle Leahy, Eric Lauer, Andre Pallante, Tyler Mahle, Mick Abel, Javier Assad1:05:20 – Pitching Ratio Targets (ERA/WHIP)Pitchers who may provide ratio help despite limited upside or uncertain workloads.Players Discussed: Shane Bieber, Eric Lauer, Mick Abel, Kyle Leahy, Javier Assad1:0
- Jun 14, 20261h 11m
OTW 258 - FAAB #13; June 14, 2026
0:00 – Intro, FAAB Strategy & MLB NewsDiscussion of FAAB bankroll management and early-season bidding results.MLB news, injuries, promotions, demotions, role changes, and prospect call-ups.Players discussed: Jacob Latz, Jesus Rodriguez, Mark Vientos, Jared Young, Matt Shaw, Kevin Alcantara, Jameson Taillon, Matthew Boyd, Javier Assad, Ben Brown, Colin Rea, Shota Imanaga, Cade Horton, Justin Steele, Moisés Ballesteros, Michael Conforto, Nolan Jones, Daniel Espino, Adolis García, Ryan Walker, Daulton Varsho, Alan Roden, Myles Straw, Hagen Smith, and others.23:48 – News & FAAB-Relevant DevelopmentsContinued coverage of injury news, bullpen changes, prospect promotions, and roster movement impacting fantasy value.Players discussed: Daniel Espino, Adolis García, Nolan Jones, Ryan Walker, Alan Roden, Myles Straw, Hogan Harris, Elvis Alvarado, and additional waiver-wire relevant names.39:57 – Power Targets (HR/RBI)FAAB recommendations for managers chasing home runs and RBI production.Players discussed: Jared Young, Dalton Rushing, Mark Vientos, Jorge Polanco and other power-focused waiver options.44:00 – Speed Targets (Runs/Stolen Bases)Speed-focused pickups and stolen-base upside.Players discussed: Cole Carrigg and additional speed-category options.46:35 – Opportunity Targets (Plate Appearances/Batting Average)Everyday playing-time gainers and hitters positioned for volume.Players discussed: Cole Carrigg, Dalton Rushing, Alan Roden, Myles Straw and other playing-time beneficiaries.50:56 – Pitching Volume Targets (Wins/Strikeouts)Streaming starters, two-start pitchers, and strikeout upside arms.Players discussed: Hagen Smith, David Peterson, Lucas Giolito, Andrew Alvarez.55:20 – Pitching Ratios Targets (ERA/WHIP)Arms capable of helping ERA and WHIP while maintaining useful workloads.Players discussed: Andrew Alvarez, David Pet
- Jun 7, 20261h 14m
OTW 257 - FAAB #12; June 7, 2026
On The Wire Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Opening, News & Injury Roundup Players discussed: Aaron Judge, Spencer Jones, Jacob Gonzalez, Mookie Betts, Shohei Ohtani, Seiya Suzuki, Kyle Tucker, Byron Buxton, Daulton Varsho, J.C. Escarra, Alí Sánchez Aaron Judge lands on the IL with a rib stress injury and the fantasy fallout. Spencer Jones receives another opportunity with the Yankees. Additional injury and roster news from around MLB. 20:00 – News Continued & Prospect Promotions Players discussed: Spencer Jones, Jacob Gonzalez, Munetaka Murakami, Samad Taylor, Mitch Garver, Evan Carter, Justin Foscue, Ezequiel Duran, Nicky Lopez, Corey Seager, Josh Jung Playing-time implications from recent call-ups and roster moves. Prospect opportunities and changing depth charts around the league. 39:30 – Power FAAB Targets Players discussed: Jacob Gonzalez, James Tibbs III, Munetaka Murakami Top power-focused additions for managers chasing home runs and RBI. Discussion of Gonzalez's opportunity with the White Sox and long-term outlook. 44:45 – Speed FAAB Targets Players discussed: Jonah Cox, Leody Taveras Speed-focused pickups for stolen bases and runs scored. Playing-time outlooks and weekly schedule advantages. 51:00 – Pitching FAAB Targets Players discussed: Grant Holmes, Martín Pérez, Stephen Kolek, Trevor Rogers Streaming options and rotation adds for wins and strikeouts. Two-start pitchers and favorable matchups highlighted. 59:00 – Saves & Ratio Targets Players discussed: Alex Lange, Lucas Erceg Bullpen situations to monitor. Potential changing of the guard in Kansas City's ninth inning. 1:05:00 – W
- May 31, 20261h 25m
OTW 256 - FAAB #11; May 31, 2026
Episode Breakdown & Timestamps 0:00 – Intro & College Baseball Discussion College World Series talk Opening weekend storylines 2:30 – MLB News & Notes Munetaka Murakami injury update Nathan Church injury Kenley Jansen loses the closer role Craig Kimbrel joins Tampa Bay Ryan Helsley injury ramifications Baltimore bullpen fallout Players Discussed: Munetaka Murakami, Nathan Church, Kenley Jansen, Craig Kimbrel, Ryan Helsley, Josh Hader, Yennier Cano, Gregory Soto, Juan Nuñez 19:00 – Break 20:00 – Additional News, Injuries & Roster Moves Carson Williams optioned Ben Williamson returns Graham Ashcraft update Rotation and roster movement discussion Players Discussed: Carson Williams, Ben Williamson, Graham Ashcraft, Jared Jones, Logan Webb, Carmen Mlodzinski 28:00 – Main Event FAAB Overview Overall FAAB strategy High-dollar targets League context discussion Players Discussed: Troy Melton, David Sandlin, Jared Jones 47:41 – Hitter FAAB Targets Playing-time opportunities Speculative bats Deep-league options Players Discussed: Kevin Alcantara, Pedro Ramirez, Jacob Gonzalez 56:30 – Starting Pitcher FAAB Targets Rotation additions Prospect arms Injury replacements Players Discussed: Gage Jump, Troy Melton, David Sandlin, Luis Morales, Aaron Civale, Joey Estes 1:05:00 – Two-Start Pitchers Upcoming schedule analysis Streaming recommendations Players Discussed: <a href="https://pitcherlist.com/player/jared-jones/" rel="noopener
- May 24, 20261h 50m
OTW 255 - FAAB #10; May 24, 2026
On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hastings break down the key fantasy baseball news heading into the 10th FAAB period, including several notable prospect promotions, injured-list developments, changing playing-time situations, and a deep collection of waiver-wire targets for every roster need. The episode closes with category-specific speed and power plays, bullpen updates, and wild-card upside stashes for the stretch run toward Memorial Day. Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Opening, Memorial Day Check-In & PL Pro Promotion Memorial Day standings discussion PL Pro tools, weekly projections, and roster-management resources Players Mentioned: None 0:05 – Mets Prospect Promotions & Rotation Shakeups Zach Thornton's debut Jonah Tong called up Christian Scott nearing return Rotation outlook and roster implications Players Mentioned: Jonah Tong, Zach Thornton, Christian Scott, Freddy Peralta, Nolan McLean, David Peterson, Craig Kimbrel 0:09 – Nationals, Prospect Returns & NL East News Dylan Crews recalled Playing-time outlooks Early fantasy expectations Players Mentioned: Dylan Crews, Brady House, Joey Wiemer 0:12 – Infield Playing-Time Battles Around the League Astros middle-infield changes Reds prospect movement Injury replacements and lineup opportunities Players Mentioned: Jeremy Peña, Sal Stewart and additional emerging infield options 0:20 – Prospect Promotions, Emerging Hitters & Deep-League Bats New opportunities created by injuries and demotions Evaluating short-term versus long-term roster value Speculative adds gaining everyday at-bats Players Mentioned: Various AL and NL waiver targets discussed throughout the segment 0:42 – Catcher Palooza: Injury Fallout & Waiver Replacements Ryan Jeffers' hamate surgery Royce Lewis demotion discussion Minnesota lineup fallout Catcher streaming and replacement options Players Mentioned: Ryan Jeffers, Royce Lewis, Victor Caratini, Alex Jackson, Orlando Arcia, Tristan Gray, Brooks Lee, Ryan Kreidler 0:50 – Corner Infield & Multi-Position FAAB Targets First-base and corner-infield replacements Playing-time trends Schedule-based pickup recommendations Players Mentioned: Multiple waiver-wire corner bats discussed throughout the segment 1:00 – Speed Targets for Category C
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