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Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

The Athletic
Fantasy Baseball
2024 Season
José Altuve
Mariners
Rockies
Astros
Player Value Changes
Draft Strategies
Injury Risks
Corbin Carroll
Fernando Tatis Jr.
Oakland Athletics
Christian Javier
Arizona Diamondbacks
San Diego Padres
San Francisco Giants
Shohei Ohtani
Los Angeles Angels
Texas Rangers
Nolan Jones

Eno Sarris and Derek VanRiper, along with Britt Ghiroli, Trevor May, and Jed Lowrie discuss advanced stats, strategy, prospects and more. From the first move of the Hot Stove season to the final pitch of the World Series, join us for year-round baseball talk.

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Eno and DVR discuss the closers, mid-tier hitters and starting pitchers, and potential bargains from this winter's free-agent class. Will Edwin Díaz find another five-year, nine-figure deal? For teams with limited budgets, which mid-tier players make... more

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Eno and DVR are back from First Pitch Arizona to discuss a few things they learned from the 2025 season. The decision to maintain a more balanced approach to pitching on draft day helped Eno in a big way last season as the 21-40 range Starting Pitche... more

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Eno and DVR discuss the top of the this year's free-agent class, headlined by Kyle Tucker -- a player they are divided on with the potential price tag approaching the $400 million range -- and featuring a mix of interesting bats including Bo Bichette... more

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Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss the Dodgers' rally from 3-2 series deficit in the series and an Instant Classic Game 7 road win in Toronto that featured nearly everything you could ask for from the final game of a great series. From Bo Bichette's early thr... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan Kuty
Beat writer covering the Yankees
The Athletic
Episode: Blake Snell's Gem, the Mariners Take a 2-0 ALCS Lead & the Yankees' Offseason Plans
Sahadev Sharma
Beat writer covering the Cubs for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: It's LCS Time! Mariners-Jays Underway, Brewers-Dodgers Preview
Dominic Cotroneo
Voice on WTMJ pregame and postgame shows, contributor on FanDuel Sports Network
Turner broadcasts
Episode: It's LCS Time! Mariners-Jays Underway, Brewers-Dodgers Preview
Matt Gelb
Phillies writer
The Athletic
Episode: Division Round Matchups Preview
Fabian Ardaya
Dodgers beat writer
The Athletic
Episode: Division Round Matchups Preview
Mitch Bannon
Beat writer for the Blue Jays
The Athletic
Episode: Blue Jays & Padres Playoff talk with Mitch Bannon & Dennis Lin
Dennis Lin
Covered the Padres' playoff clinching season
The Athletic
Episode: Blue Jays & Padres Playoff talk with Mitch Bannon & Dennis Lin
Tim Britton
Beat writer covering the Mets for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Kyle Tucker's Summer Slide & Checking In on the Mets w/Tim Britton
Cody Stavenhagen
Athletics Tigers beat writer
The Athletic
Episode: Josh Hader to the IL & Talking Tigers w/Cody Stavenhagen

Hosts

Derek VanRiper
Co-host known for his analytical insights and engaging discussions regarding baseball stats and player performances.
Eno Sarris
Co-host with a strong focus on advanced analytics and an engaging style, known for discussing player stats and their implications.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Great info all season

    I get so much depth from this podcast twice a week. Two of the best at this. Amazing professionalism and a fun listen. I will keep you on download and be listening during the off season for new episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lefties are Deceptive
    United States2 months ago
  • Ilayda Says

    I like it but I prefer Ilayda Says

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raphael Kelce
    Canada3 months ago
  • Good Podcast

    Guys, the A’s have Denzel Clarke at center not Butler. The only reason Butler is playing center is because Clarke is injured.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A’s fan
    United States3 months ago
  • Best in the biz

    Eno is smarter than you and knows more about ball than you, take notes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TJJack5
    United States3 months ago
  • Gave up

    I’ve listened for a long time. I like DVR but I’m gonna say goodbye. It’s fair that analysts get things wrong, they do the best they can given the info they have and everyone gets things wrong at times. That said- Eno is wrong A LOT. So much that I don’t see why anyone would value his opinion.

    Sorry. He seems like a good guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Estone2112
    United States4 months ago

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Some criticism has emerged regarding political discussions mixed into sports commentary, suggesting a desire for a clearer separation between the two topics.
Reviews highlight the engaging rapport among hosts, making for an enjoyable listening experience that combines humor with serious analysis.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and expertise that the hosts bring to baseball discussions, particularly valuing insights on player performances and advanced statistics.
Overall, the podcast is regarded as a leading source for both fantasy baseball enthusiasts and serious fans looking for detailed, timely baseball insights.

Chart Rankings

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#4
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#193
United States/Sports
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#3
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#141
Canada/Sports
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#5
Germany/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Dodgers' Aces Are Dealing, Both LCS Matchups at 2-0
Q: What would be your approach for the Blue Jays bats to try to have some success against George Kirby?
They need to maintain discipline to stay in the zone while being aggressive, as they won't walk their way to victory.
It's LCS Time! Mariners-Jays Underway, Brewers-Dodgers Preview
Q: How do you see the Brewers' bats putting enough pressure on this rotation?
They need to find a way to drive up pitch counts.
It's LCS Time! Mariners-Jays Underway, Brewers-Dodgers Preview
Q: Did you enjoy the Mariners Tigers grueling Game 5 matchup in the ALDS?
It was so much fun, dude. I mean, Tarek Schubel is roaring, dude.
Division Round Matchups Preview
Q: Is Mookie Betts all the way back at this point?
Yes, he appears to be back to his usual self after working on his swing and feeling comfortable at shortstop.
Division Round Matchups Preview
Q: What does the road to Durand look like at the back end in Philadelphia?
The bullpen roles are more defined compared to previous Octobers, with Matt Strom and David Robertson being the primary setup guys.

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Focused on baseball, the content emphasizes a blend of advanced stats, player analysis, and fantasy insights, showcasing current events within Major League Baseball. Hosts frequently discuss player performances, injury updates, and strategic decisions made by teams, grounding their analysis in a mixture of statistical information and anecdotal experiences. The engaging discussions often feature humor, providing listeners with insightful commentary on player trajectories, rookie impacts during playoffs, and controversies surrounding decision-making in the sport. Notably, there's an openness to discussing broader themes that intertwine sports and societal issues, offering a unique perspective that may appeal to both dedicated fans and casual ... more

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