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Discussion with local beat reporters with a fantasy baseball twist

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Breakfast with the Beats

A Familiar Face

Welcome to the tenth episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Mike and Dave return with a very special episode, as Christopher Torres joins the show. The gang reminisces as they reunite for this week while discu... more

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Aging Players

Welcome back to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this edition, Mike and Dave are back discussing:

• Bullpen options that could get saves down the road. Players discussed:

• Bradgley Rodr... more

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Categorical Leaders

Welcome back for another edition of Breakfast with the Beats

In this episode, Mike and Dave talk about:

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• Their problems with FAAB and some of the ways to get better

• Beat Writer Roundu... more

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Players We're Buying

Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Mike and Dave are here to discuss the following topics.

Beat Writer Round-up

• Nick Kurtz, after 162 games: How elite is he?

• Steven Kwan: C... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Cotillo
Red Sox beat writer, MassLive.com
MassLive.com
Episode: FBB 036 - The Roman Empire, with Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com
Noah Hiles
Pirates beat writer for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Episode: FBB 035 - The Rise of Konnor Griffin w/Pirates Beat Writer Noah Hiles
Henry Palattella
Writer at MLB.com and editor at Away Back Gone, covering the Cleveland Guardians
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Episode: FBB 034 - Cleveland Rocks - with Henry Palattella from Mlb.com
Stephen Tolbert
Co-host of the Hammer Territory Podcast and writer about the Braves at Battery Power.
Hammer Territory Podcast, Battery Power
Episode: FBB 032 - Surviving Spencer Strider with Stephen Tolbert
Laura Albanese
New York Mets Beat Writer for Newsday, co-host of the Long-time Listener First-time Caller Podcast
Newsday
Episode: FBB 031 - The Citi FIeld Storyteller Laura Albanese
Dave McDonald
Successful high-stakes fantasy player
Episode: FBB 030 - Injury Talk with Dave McDonald
Scott Merkin
White Sox beat reporter for MLB.com
MLB.com
Episode: FBB 026 - Fantasy All-Stars and White Sox Talk with Scott Merkin of MLB.com
Jaylon Thompson
Royals beat writer for The Kansas City Star
The Kansas City Star
Episode: FBB 024 - I want my Biscoff Cookie, with Jaylon Thompson
Jason Beck
Detroit Tigers beat writer for MLive.com
MLive.com
Episode: FBB 021 - Tigertown Talk with Jason Beck

Hosts

Chris Torres
Host of The Fantasy Baseball Beat; frequently discusses team outlooks, prospects, and rotation plans.
Mike Carter
Co-host focusing on player performance, trades, and fantasy strategy.
Dave Funnel
Co-host contributing analysis on trades, lineup construction, and bullpen usage.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • New complaint

    I enjoy this show, offseason interviews with beat writers were helpful. Today they gave a stat that Brice Turang had the hardest hit ball of his career against Tariq Skubal…Brewers haven’t played the tigers yet this year, what’re we talking about? Let’s verify our stats here boys, what else have you gotten wrong that I’m applying to my leagues?

    I don’t listen to this show for politics, why are we making comments about the Big Beautiful Bill? It’s so large there’s no way anyone on this show read... more

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    TelemarketerByDayDishesbyNight
    United Statesa year ago
  • Double check our stats please

    I enjoy this show, offseason interviews with beat writers were helpful. Today they gave a stat that Brice Turang had the hardest hit ball of his career against Tariq Skubal…Brewers haven’t played the tigers yet this year, what’re we talking about? Let’s verify our stats here boys, what else have you gotten wrong that I’m applying to my leagues?

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    TelemarketerByDayDishesbyNight
    United Statesa year ago
  • The best fantasy baseball podcast

    Great insight, engaging interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ocsgsusjustb
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen podcast!

    I am glad I found this great fantasy baseball podcast just before our 2025 baseball season. They do a great job and can listen to them hours and hours. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdrianMoralesTorres
    United Statesa year ago
  • FBB

    These guys know baseball! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JaLin615
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Mental Health Minute adds a thoughtful, human touch to fantasy baseball talk.
Excellent blend of quality information, sharp insights, and entertainment.
Engaging interviews with beat writers and insightful stat-driven analysis.

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Talking Points

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BWB 002 - Baseball players are humans, too
Q: What is your take on Matt McLain's slow start and how should owners handle him in shallow leagues?
Keep him and don't panic; he's shown offseason improvements, and even if the start is slow, the long-term potential and chase rate improvements suggest he'll rebound with continued development.
FBB 035 - The Rise of Konnor Griffin w/Pirates Beat Writer Noah Hiles
Q: What has gone wrong for Oneil Cruz this season?
His approach is way too laxed; he watches too many pitches and gets behind in counts, which has led to significant struggles.
FBB 014 - Don't Chicken Out on Ben Rice, with Michael Cecchini
Q: Can you tell our listeners a little bit about stabilization points for various fantasy baseball metrics?
Michael explains strikeout percentages stabilize at about 60 plate appearances, while others, like ground ball rates, might need more.
FBB 014 - Don't Chicken Out on Ben Rice, with Michael Cecchini
Q: Michael, my first question to you is, I'd like to know more about the leagues that you play in, what formats?
Michael explains he started playing fantasy in the 90s and transitioned to more competitive leagues, including NFBC.
FBB 013 - The Veen Machine Arrives: Rockies Talk with Thomas Harding
Q: What is the overall culture and direction of the Rockies organization?
The Rockies need to take a close look at how they construct their lineup and address deficiencies in pitching and hitting.

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A data-driven, numbers-forward show that blends fantasy baseball strategy with in-depth beat reporting. Episodes frequently feature MLB beat writers and frontline reporters who break down player development, injuries, and roster moves, while hosts translate that insight into actionable fantasy advice. A standout is the mix of long-form interviews with writers from major outlets and practical draft/streaming guidance, plus thoughtful mental health moments. This combination makes it especially valuable for fantasy players who want credible insider perspectives and real-world context from people covering the game daily.

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7. Scott Merkin
8. Jaylon Thompson

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