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Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

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

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 provide their second-annual 'cram session' as the busiest weekend of fantasy baseball drafts is here. They discuss a few players they've avoided this season, tier drop-offs across several positions, how they're approaching the top rookies... more

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few spring news items including Gerrit Cole's return to game action with his first outing for the spring, plus updates on Seiya Suzuki, José Ramírez, and Zach Neto.

Plus, they host their ever 'Plus-Minus Draft', selectin... more

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Venezuela's thrilling win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic Final on Tuesday including the impressive outing from Eduardo Rodríguez, an incredibly close play on Javier Sanoja's ninth-inning steal of second base,... more

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Eno, Britt, and DVR say goodbye to Team Italy after their fun run in the World Baseball Classic came to an end Monday night against Venezuela, before attempting to predict the headlines that will come from Tuesday's Final between Venezuela and the Un... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Brozdowski
Player development analyst at Marquee; YouTube creator and Cubs broadcaster contributor
Marquee Sports Network
Episode: Venezuela Brings Home the WBC Title & Best Organizations for Pitching Development
Ron Shandler
Fantasy baseball legend, founder of Baseball HQ
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Episode: Fantasy Baseball Fixers, Listener League ADP & Catching Up w/Ron Shandler
Katie Woo
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Episode: Spring Eno Returns + Dodgers & Phillies Team Previews
Stephen Nesbitt
Resident expert on international baseball and the World Baseball Classic
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Episode: World Baseball Classic Preview w/Stephen Nesbitt
Zack Meisel
Guardians beat writer
The Athletic
Episode: Team Previews: Mets, Blue Jays & Guardians
Cody Stavenhagen
Tigers beat writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Team Previews: Red Sox, Tigers & Twins
Aaron Gleeman
Twins beat writer for The Athletic
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Episode: Team Previews: Red Sox, Tigers & Twins
Melissa Lockard
Baseball writer specializing in the Athletics
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Episode: Spring Games Begin! | Team Previews: Yankees, A's & Angels
Brendan Cuddy
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Episode: Spring Games Begin! | Team Previews: Yankees, A's & Angels

Hosts

Derek VanRiper
Host with expertise in baseball analytics and fantasy strategies.
Eno Sarris
Co-host renowned for his analytical approach to baseball and statistics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • The best!

    It’s the best whether you’re into playing fantasy baseball or just a baseball fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrocNessMonster
    United Statesa month ago
  • Content is Great But

    DVR & Eno are great. Incredible resource for fantasy and for staying up to date on MLB.

    Fan of the podcast but the Athletic needs to stop unsolicited advertising via emails.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fan of Podcast!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best analytical / fantasy baseball podcast out there

    DVR and Eno are brilliant, down to earth and entertaining. This is the best fantasy baseball podcast I’ve come across, and helped me win my league the last two years. If you’re not listening you’re missing out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mr last minute
    United Statesa month ago
  • Solid

    It’s a good show, pretty analytical and these guys clearly have good ball knowledge. But it’s pretty boring and slow paced and half the time I have no idea what they are talking about.

    Jomboy has a better show

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jude Chandler
    United States2 months ago
  • Gold Standard

    DVR and Eno work so well together. Data driven analysis with just the right touch of gut analysis. Both come off down to earth, neither taking themselves too seriously. If you only have time for one, this is it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jCole41129
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and the mix of humor and expertise.
There are mixed reactions regarding political commentary intertwined with sports discussions, with some finding it refreshing while others prefer a more focused baseball dialogue.
Many express enjoyment for the hosts' rapport and easy-going style, making complex topics accessible.

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#77
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Talking Points

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World Baseball Classic Preview w/Stephen Nesbitt
Q: What are the major changes expected for 2026 compared to previous editions?
The hosts anticipate that while the format remains similar, the rosters may shift due to injuries, insurance issues, and the gradual inclusion of more top-tier players, with a focus on how the pitching depth and rotation plans might differ in knockout games.
Framber Valdez to the Tigers & A Look Inside Projections & Pitcher Health Grades
Q: How should health grades be used optimally?
Jeff outlines that health grades are best as tiebreakers when comparing pitchers and emphasize the importance of injury history.
Framber Valdez to the Tigers & A Look Inside Projections & Pitcher Health Grades
Q: What led you to create OOPSIE and what makes it different than the other projections that came before it?
Jordan explains his motivation to create OOPSIE was to align peak prospect forecasts more with how people value them in Dynasty Leagues and that he initially intended it to improve upon existing systems.
The Marlins' Side of the Edward Cabrera Deal & Fantasy Baseball Preparation
Q: What are you working on right now?
Amir Garrett discusses preparing for the season after recovering from injury, focusing on pitch shapes and being healthy.
Winter Meetings Day 3 Recap
Q: What is the role of the impact of the impending sale in finances and how the team is run?
They need multiple starting pitchers, preferably controllable ones, unlike Nick Pavetta, who's probably going to opt out if they keep him and stays healthy.

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