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- 5 days ago1h 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
- 1 weeks ago1h 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
- 2 weeks ago1h 48m
OTW 254 - FAAB #9; May 17, 2026
On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down one of the busiest injury and roster movement weeks of the 2026 fantasy baseball season, covering major call-ups, closer chaos, rotation shakeups, and the top FAAB priorities heading into Week 9. The episode also dives into schedule analysis, category streaming targets, and under-the-radar opportunities across both shallow and deep leagues. Full Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Intro / Massive Week of MLB News Overview of the hectic injury landscape, roster churn, and why Week 9 FAAB could dramatically alter fantasy leagues. Players Discussed: Max Muncy, Zack Gelof 7:00 – Athletics & Mets Prospect Promotions Discussion around the MLB debuts and fantasy outlooks for young outfielders getting immediate opportunities. Players Discussed: Henry Bolte, A.J. Ewing, Luis Robert Jr. 14:00 – Dodgers, Rotation Speculation & Depth Chart Changes Rotation uncertainty and potential streaming options, plus Dodgers roster maneuvering. Players Discussed: Zach Thornton, Jonah Tong, Alek Thomas, Alex Call 21:00 – Yankees Infield Questions & Playing Time Battles Anthony Volpe’s return, New York’s shortstop situation, and how injuries are reshaping opportunities. Players Discussed: Anthony Volpe, José Caballero, Max Schuemann 28:00 – AL East Injury Roundup & Rotation Fallout A deeper dive into pitching injuries, replacement options, and the fantasy ramifications for multiple clubs. Players Discussed: Eduardo Rodriguez, Tampa Bay pitchers, various AL East arms 35:00 – Mariners Platoons & Weekly Schedule Strategy Seattle’s difficult weekly setup and how left/right splits could impact lineup decisions. Players Discussed: Dominic Canzone, Luke Raley, Brendan Donovan, Connor Joe 43:00 – Tigers Rotation Stability & Veteran Concerns Detroit’s rotation picture following Casey Mize’s return and what it means for the rest of the staff. Players Discussed: Casey Mize, Justin Verlander, Ty Madden, Jack Flaherty 50:00 – Red Sox Injuries & Opportunity Openings Trevor Story’s injury creates another opening in Boston while fantasy managers search for short-term production. Players Discussed: Trevor Story 57:00 – Astros Playing Time Shifts & Deep League Targets Houston’s lineup flexibility, emerging names, and speculative adds for deeper formats. Players Discussed: Braden Shoemake, Yordan Alvarez, <a href="https://pitcherlist.com/player/cam-smith/" rel="noopener norefer
- 3 weeks ago1h 16m
OTW 253 - FAAB #8; May 10, 2026
On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down one of the busiest FAAB periods of the season, covering top prospect promotions, injury fallout, bullpen movement, and emerging waiver-wire options for fantasy managers heading into Week 8. Episode Breakdown & Estimated Timestamps 0:00 – Intro, Week 8 FAAB Landscape & Returning Players Overview of the current waiver environment, recent promotions, and players returning to fantasy relevance. Players discussed: Ryan Waldschmidt, Alek Thomas, Addison Barger, Kazuma Okamoto, Jesús Sánchez, Alan Roden, Orelvis Martinez, Jhostynxon Garcia 9:00 – Injury News & Lineup Fallout Fantasy impact of key injuries and corresponding lineup or roster changes. Players discussed: Tyler Glasnow, Roman Anthony, Masataka Yoshida, Trevor Story, Ceddanne Rafaela, Cole Ragans, Carlos Estévez, Stephen Kolek 20:00 – Rotation Changes, Prospect Arms & Stashes Young starting pitchers, stash candidates, and speculative rotation additions. Players discussed: Noah Schultz, Bubba Chandler, Robby Snelling, Ben Brown, Bryce Miller, Bailey Ober, Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, Caden Dana 31:00 – Power Targets for Week 8 Corner infielders and bats capable of adding power production in the upcoming week. Players discussed: Nathaniel Lowe, Ezequiel Duran, Zack Gelof, Taylor Walls 42:00 – Speed Targets & Category Specialists Middle infielders and utility options offering stolen-base upside. Players discussed: Jorge Mateo, Jim Jarvis, Isaac Collins, Nasim Nuñez 50:00 – Playing Time Trends & Schedule Advantages Teams and hitters benefitting from injuries, favorable schedules, or expanded opportunities. Players discussed: Masataka Yoshida, Jorge Mateo,
- May 3, 20261h 25m
OTW 252 - FAAB #7; May 3, 2026
On The Wire - Adam and Kevin break down a lighter MLB news week while diving deep into bullpen chaos, injuries, and shifting roles impacting fantasy baseball. The episode focuses heavily on FAAB strategy, streaming options, and identifying short-term opportunity plays across all categories.3:30 – Yankees updates: Giancarlo Stanton IL, Jasson Domínguez call-upPlayers discussed: Giancarlo Stanton, Jasson Domínguez, Trent Grisham, Austin Wells, Ben Rice9:00 – Red Sox rotation: Garrett Crochet injury, Jake Bennett debutPlayers discussed: Garrett Crochet, Jake Bennett, Brayan Bello15:00 – Blue Jays lineup shifts with George Springer returnPlayers discussed: George Springer, Myles Straw, Davis Schneider, Lenyn Sosa19:30 – Brewers pitching concerns: Jacob Misiorowski scare, Brandon Woodruff ILPlayers discussed: Jacob Misiorowski, Brandon Woodruff, Logan Henderson, Robert Gasser24:30 – Rays pitching usage: Griffin Jax transition & bullpen strategyPlayers discussed: Griffin Jax, Ryan Pepiot30:00 – Orioles bullpen + Trevor Rogers ILPlayers discussed: Trevor Rogers, Cade Povich, Ryan Helsley, Yennier Cano, Andrew Kittredge, Anthony Nunez, Rico Garcia40:00 – Tigers injuries and playing time shiftsPlayers discussed: Casey Mize, Javier Báez, Jace Jung, Matt Vierling44:00 – Mets injuries and lineup changesPlayers discussed: Luis Robert Jr. Jr., MJ Melendez, Tyrone Taylor, Austin Slater, Tommy Pham50:00 – Reds rotation update: Brandon Williamson IL, Lodolo return outlookPlayers discussed: Brandon Wil
- Apr 26, 20261h 28m
OTW 251 - FAAB #6; April 26, 2026
On The Wire - Adam and Kevin break down a heavy week of injuries, prospect call-ups, and bullpen chaos while identifying key FAAB targets and streaming options. They emphasize adapting early to category needs and navigating a thinning pitching landscape in Week 6.00:00 | Intro + Injury Landscape & IL StrategyPlayers: Josh Hader, Blake Snell, Carlos Rodón, A.J. Puk, Félix BautistaWidespread injuries and IL management challengesStrategic adjustments and workload edge06:30 | Mets Injuries + Ronnie Mauricio OpportunityPlayers: Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Ronny Mauricio, Bo Bichette, Brett Baty, Marcus SemienLindor timeline concernsMauricio as everyday SS replacement12:30 | Mets Pitching + Christian Scott DebatePlayers: Christian Scott, David Peterson, Kodai SengaScott’s debut struggles vs. upsideFAAB expectations17:30 | Rangers Injury + Replacement WatchPlayers: Wyatt Langford, Ezequiel Duran, Alejandro OsunaLangford IL stintMonitoring short-term fill-ins21:30 | Phillies Notes + Catcher SituationPlayers: J.T. Realmuto, Garrett Stubbs, Rafael Marchán, Felix ReyesRealmuto injury falloutReyes emerging role25:30 | Royals Injuries + Playing Time ShiftsPlayers: Maikel Garcia, Jonathan India, Michael Massey, Salvador Perez, Carter JensenIndia losing relevanceMassey/Jensen gain opportunity30:00 | Mariners + Athletics UpdatesPlayers: Brendan Donovan, Leo Rivas, Denzel Clarke, Colby Thomas, Zack GelofReplacement-level batsGelof deep-league intrigue34:30 | Marlins Speed + Dodgers Bullpen ChaosPlayers: Esteury Ruiz, Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia, Blake Treinen, Edwin DíazRuiz situational stealsDodgers closer committee39:30 | Orioles Updates + Prospect WatchPlayers: Jackson Holliday, Jeremiah Jackson, Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo, Taylor WardHolliday setback concernsLineup juggling in Baltimore45:00 | Orioles Pitching + Twins Call-UpsPlayers: Dean
- Apr 19, 20261h 45m
OTW 250 - FAAB #5, April 19, 2026
0:00 – Intro / Episode 250 / Baseball Travel Talk Milestone episode, recap of missed show, Target Field experience Players discussed: Garrett Crochet 8:00 – Reds Struggles & Early News Notes Cincinnati lineup issues, demotion of Noelvi Marte, Rece Hinds discussion Team performance impacting fantasy value Players discussed: Noelvi Marte, Rece Hinds, Elly De La Cruz, Eugenio Suárez 15:00 – Blue Jays Trade & Playing Time Shifts Toronto acquires Lenyn Sosa, impact on lineup construction Clement’s role stability and everyday at-bats discussion Players discussed: Lenyn Sosa, Ernie Clement, Andrés Giménez 22:00 – Astros Injuries & Rotation Opportunities Multiple injuries create openings; deep dive on pitching replacements Strong endorsement of Arrighetti as a pickup Players discussed: Spencer Arrighetti, Colton Gordon, Jeremy Peña, Lance McCullers Jr. Jr. 32:00 – Orioles Rotation & Depth Moves Dean Kremer re-enters rotation, Cade Povich optioned Evaluation of reliability and streaming viability Players discussed: Dean Kremer, Cade Povich 38:00 – Brewers Injury Fallout (Yelich IL) Christian Yelich injury opens DH opportunities Gary Sánchez emerging as short-term value Players discussed: Christian Yelich, Gary Sánchez 45:00 – Cleveland Bullpen & Spec Saves Hunter Gaddis return and bullpen hierarchy discussion Speculative saves approach Players discussed: Hunter Gaddis, Cade Smith 50:00 – Diamondbacks & Catcher Playing Time Merrill Kelly return, Gabriel Moreno injury Playing time implications for backup catchers Players discussed: Merrill Kelly, Gabriel Moreno, Adrian Del Castillo, James McCann 58:00 – White Sox Call-Ups & FAAB Targets <a href="https://pitcherlist.com/player/noah-schultz/" rel="noopener noreferr
- Apr 5, 20261h 24m
OTW 249 - FAAB #3; April 5, 2026
On The Wire - A jam-packed early-season episode breaks down a wave of MLB injuries and their fantasy ripple effects, with a heavy focus on actionable FAAB targets. The hosts analyze playing time shifts, category-specific pickups, and strategy for both standard leagues and special formats like Razzslam/Cutline0:00 – Intro and NewsHeavy early-season injury/news dump replaces traditional mid-show topicKey players discussed:Mookie Betts (injury, Dodgers replacements: Miguel Rojas, Alex Freeland)Juan Soto (calf injury; Mets fill-ins: Tyrone Taylor, Jared Young)Alejandro Kirk (thumb fracture; catching fallout)Byron Buxton (minor injury update)Sal Frelick (Brewers OF shuffle: Luis Matos, Garrett Mitchell, Brandon Lockridge)Jordan Lawlar (fractured wrist)Pavin Smith (IL) → opens door for José Fernández, Adrian Del CastilloMickey Moniak return (Rockies playing time outlook)Justin Verlander (IL; Tigers rotation implications)Cade Horton (IL; Cubs replacement candidates: Colin Rea, Ben Brown)Cody Ponce (ACL) + Patrick Corbin signingJohan Oviedo (IL; drop discussion)Zach Eflin (elbow concern; Dean Kremer vs Cade Povich speculation)José Buttó (IL; Blade Tidwell opportunity)Prospect extensions/debuts: Konnor Griffin, Colt Emerson, Cooper Pratt~33:00 – Razzslam / Cutline FAAB #1Strategy for first FAAB run in best ball formatsAggressive spending encouraged (up to ~60–75%)Focus on replacing injured/non-playing assetsImportance of long waterfall bidsRoster construction discussion (pitcher/hitter balance, positional coverage)~47:00 – Power Categories (HR, RBI)Targets discussed:Austin HaysJordan WalkerJoey LoperfidoRhys HoskinsLuke RaleyMark VientosFocus on platoon advantages and favorable weekly matchups~54:00 – Speed Categories (R, SB)Targets discussed:Troy Johnston (leadoff opportunity emerging)Mickey Moniak (volume + Coors effect)Emphasis on lineup position + matchup-based streaming~59:00 – Opportunity (AB, AVG)Teams with 7-game weeks highlightedTargets discussed:Lenyn Sosa (White Sox vs LHP-heavy schedule)Jerar Encarnacion (Gia
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