Eno and DVR discuss an IL stint for Jeremy Peña, a health issue that has forced Ron Washington to step away from managing the Angels for the duration of the 2025 season, and the passing of Hall of Famer Dave Parker at the age 74. Plus, they take a look at the rolling one-year leaderboard for hitters in hopes of finding long-term trade targets on the struggling side, and a few pleasant surprises, before discussing where the money went with free-agent pickups this week. Rundown 2:49 Jeremy Peña to...
Jun 30, 2025•58 min
Eno and DVR discuss good news for Zach Neto, whose return from shoulder surgery has gone well in the first half of the season, another injury in the Mets' rotation, and a verdict in the Wander Franco case. Plus, they discuss a surprising multi-year move of Globe Life Field into a pitcher-friendly environment, and weekend waiver-wire targets before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about a few ottoneu trends and a big culinary swing at Progressive Field in Cleveland. Rundown ...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 15 min
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a highly-anticipated matchup between Paul Skenes and Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski, and the different approaches the two pitchers bring to the table. Plus, they discuss the foundation necessary for a pitcher to become an eventual Cy Young Award contender or future ace, before a collaborative draft of the 2025 rookie starting pitchers. Rundown 0:51 Jacob Misiorowski v. Paul Skenes 4:54 Skenes' Early Career Adjustments, Planning Ahead for Future Velocity Decline? 10...
Jun 26, 2025•55 min
Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss Chase Burns' impressive big-league debut against the Yankees, an ugly fan incident in Chicago against D-backs second baseman Ketel Marte, and the Cubs' choice of Cade Horton over Ben Brown in their rotation with the return of Shota Imanaga, before taking a deep dive into the AL playoff picture with a focus on the third Wild Card spots. Rundown 2:55 Chase Burns' Impressive Debut 9:05 Abusive Fan Ejected (and Banned) After Heckling Ketel Marte 14:49 The Cubs Choose Cade H...
Jun 25, 2025•53 min
Eno and DVR discuss Corbin Carroll to the IL as another injury hampers the D-backs, one benefit of choosing to trade away players ahead of the Trade Deadline, the Reds' decision to DFA Jeimer Candelario, and Kenley Jansen's abrupt exit Monday. Plus, the current league leaders in "Combo Meals", James Wood's first full year in the big leagues, Ben Brown's underperformance relative to ERA estimators, and a few trades we would like to see as a birthday present to Eno, courtesy of the Trade Master 30...
Jun 24, 2025•58 min
Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend around the league including the announcement that Chase Burns will make his Reds debut Tuesday night against the Yankees. Plus, key injuries to Chris Sale and Adley Rutschman, awaiting MRI results on Corbin Carroll, Francisco Alvarez's demotion to Triple-A, and where the money went with pickups in fantasy baseball leagues over the weekend. Rundown 2:18 Chase Burns to Debut on Tuesday v. Yankees 6:59 Corbin Carroll's Thumb Injury; D-backs' Offense Continues to R...
Jun 23, 2025•56 min
Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's decision to demote Kristian Campbell to Triple-A, a benches-clearing sequence between the Padres and Dodgers on Thursday hours after the Dodgers denied ICE access to the Dodger Stadium parking lot, and fan ejections during a doubleheader between the Pirates and Tigers, before looking ahead at a few players to consider as waiver-wire pickups this weekend. Rundown 2:43 Kristian Campbell: Headed to Triple-A 11:14 Padres-Dodgers Finds a New Level 17:01 The Bigger St...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Cal Raleigh's place atop the home-run leaderboard and what it might take for him to main a pace necessary to take AL MVP Honors away from Aaron Judge before taking a deep dive into the importance of good communication in the wake of the Rafael Devers trade Sunday and recent comments from Nationals manager Davey Martinez. Rundown 1:45 Cal Raleigh Atop MLB's Home-Run Leaderboard 6:36 The Always Difficult Case of a Catcher for MVP 10:29 Tylor Megill to the IL w/UCL Spra...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Eno and DVR discuss Shohei Ohtani's first outing back in the big leagues after having Tommy John surgery in September of 2023, and the return of Logan Gilbert from a flexor strain, before acknowledging several pitchers who have received very little attention on the show over the course of the season. Rundown 0:41 Shohei Ohtani's First Start on the Mound Since 2023 8:43 Logan Gilbert: 10 Strikeouts in Return from IL 11:26 Carlos Rodón Is Healthy and Pitching Great 17:31 Checking In: DVR's Extreme...
Jun 17, 2025•39 min
Andrew Baggarly joins Eno and DVR to discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Rafael Devers to the Giants in a stunning five-player swap Sunday, the Giants' increasing commitment at a group of four position players, and the rising importance of Bryce Eldridge's development as a defender.Plus, Eno shares a few comps for Kyle Harrison, and they wonder how the Red Sox might attempt to reallocate the money they no longer have to pay Devers, before discussing Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching and whe...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Eno and DVR discuss the increased drag on the baseball in 2025 and consider the related impact on xStats. Plus, Aaron Civale gets his wish, Jacob Misiorowski shows electric stuff in his big-league debut, and Christian Moore is on his way to Anaheim. Rundown 1:03 Aaron Civale Traded to the White Sox for Andrew Vaughn 7:13 Christian Moore Joins the Halos 13:33 The Impact of Increased Drag on the Ball in 2025 26:50 Weekend Waiver Preview: Hitters of Interest 36:04 Brenton Doyle v. Jo Adell and Othe...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Eno and DVR discuss another round of news including Trevor May's induction in the Reading Baseball Hall of Fame, Tommy John surgery for Jackson Jobe, and a rotator cuff injury for Cole Ragans. Plus, they discuss the 'Urgency Index' of Trade Deadline needs, before looking at several hitters they've rarely discussed this season including Jeremy Peña, Hunter Goodman, and Ozzie Albies. Rundown 1:19 Congrats, Trevor! 2:26 Jackson Jobe: Will Undergo Tommy John Surgery 10:44 Cole Ragans: Returns to IL ...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few injury-related news items including updates on Aaron Nola, Matt Chapman, Bryce Miller and Justin Martinez, plus a few surprises from The Athletic's (anonymous) 2025 MLB player poll. They also dig into information hitters might be interested in when preparing for a particular series, using Pete Alonso's new approach as inspiration for a theoretical matchup against the Astros. Rundown 1:21 A Rib Cage Stress Reaction for Aaron Nola 4:15 Matt Chapman: Will See Hand Sp...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr
Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's promotion of Roman Anthony and the future logjam in the outfield once Wilyer Abreu eventually returns from the IL. Plus, the return of Eury Pérez, the Brewers' upcoming promotion of Jacob Misiorowski, and a return trip to the IL for Bryce Miller. Plus, The Athletic's Dennis Lin drops by to discuss the Padres, including the rash of pitching injuries that have impacted the rotation, Xander Bogaerts' lost power, and how A.J. Preller could still find a way to make a...
Jun 10, 2025•56 min
Eno and DVR discuss the confirmation that Corbin Burnes needs Tommy John surgery, the impact his absence will have on the D-backs' rotation, the best pitchers in the minors yet to make their MLB debuts, how they approach weekly spending in FAAB leagues, and where the money went over the weekend -- including pickups of Bryce Elder and Michael McGreevy as teams continue to search for viable pitching help. Rundown 1:49 Corbin Burnes Needs Tommy John Surgery 9:03 What's Next for the Diamondbacks? 15...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr
Eno and DVR discuss the recent struggles of Royce Lewis, Jorge Polanco's cool down in May following a torrid start to the season, comps for Parker Meadows now that he's returned from the IL, Ronny Mauricio's path to short-term playing time with Mark Vientos on the IL expectations for Eury Pérez as he returns from Tommy John surgery, and other weekend waiver-wire and roster decisions to consider, before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about two recent 'Taste of the Majors' ...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a lengthy absence of Pablo López following a Grade 2 teres major strain, and wonder if Chase Burns' arrival in Cincinnati might come earlier than expected with Hunter Greene's return to the IL. Plus, they dig into the regression cases of several starting pitchers -- including the always puzzling Andrew Abbott, Kris Bubic, Casey Mize, and several others. Rundown 0:42 Pablo Lopez: Out 8-12 Weeks 6:18 An Opportunity for David Festa 8:03 Hunter Greene Goes Back on the IL...
Jun 05, 2025•1 hr
Eno, Jed and DVR discuss the highly-anticipated debut of Jac Caglianone on Tuesday night, and take a quick stroll down memory lane to remember Jed's debut back on April 15, 2008. Plus, they discuss the diminished stuff from Spencer Strider, Corbin Burnes' second opinion, and Eury Pérez's upcoming return to the Marlins' rotation, before looking at the way in which park factors might not be capturing unique park effects. Rundown 1:23 Jac Caglianone's Debut with the Royals 6:14 Jed's Major League D...
Jun 04, 2025•57 min
Eno is joined by Eric Samulski of Rotoworld to talk about a busyyyy weekend of news. A lot of call-ups, injuries and moves this weekend. Also, they talk about where the money went in some of the moves of the weekend. Rundown 4:57- Jac Caglianone called up by KC 9:40- Corbin Burnes is hurt 14:57- Mookie Betts fractures toe 20:54- Varsho & Santander on the IL for Toronto 24:27- Mick Abel is back for Philly 28:15- Eovaldi heads to the IL 35:20- Yordan Álvarez return delayed 43:45- Coby Mayo get...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Eno is joined by Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to talk about some of the upcoming prospects to look for soon in the big leagues and some names that are making a push to get into the upcoming Top 100 list. Also, Eno breaks down some of the big news of the day and talks about some Weekend Waiver picks to click. Rundown 1:20- Rays Option Chandler Simpson 2:20- Marlins designate Ronny Simon & Matt Mervis 4:20- Marlins call up Heriberto Hernandez 4:59- AJ Smith Shawver goes on the 60 day IL 5:...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Eno & Trevor go on a reliever bonanza and talk everything reliever from the past 4 seasons to the future. They breakdown the best relievers of the past 4 years, some of the guys in the top 30, a few guys who could make the jump soon and a few players to keep an eye on in the future and what pitches make them special. Rundown 1:20- Young Players that might be called up soon 6:12- Tim Anderson DFA'd by the Angels 9:36- Doval moved back to the Giants closer 14;12- Best Relievers in the last 4 y...
May 29, 2025•57 min
Eno and Jed discuss the big baseball news of the day and they do a big breakdown of some young hitters and their swing paths Rundown Ronel Blanco to have Tommy John Surgery Miguel Amaya out 4-6 weeks with an oblique Bryce Harper hit by pitch in TJ elbow and leaves game Corey Seager is back for Texas, but are the Rangers still in it? Junior Caminero hitter breakdown Noelvi Marte hitter breakdown Chase Meidroth hitter breakdown Andy Pages hitter breakdown Kristian Campbell hitter breakdown Brett B...
May 28, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Eno and DVR discuss a few injuries from the long weekend including the potential for an extended absence for Alex Bregman, an opportunity for Marcelo Mayer at third base, Michael King's long-term outlook, and Tarik Skubal's Sunday morning gem in Detroit. Plus, Joshua Rodrigues joins the show to discuss how we might be able to re-think classifying hitters with the recently released swing data from Baseball Savant using a combination of swing traits. Rundown 1:07 Alex Bregman to the IL, Marcelo Ma...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Eno and DVR discuss George Kirby's first start back from the IL, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s outlook as he returns from a second ACL tear this weekend, a case for Carson Whisenhunt to get a look in San Francisco, Matt Shaw's viability in shallow leagues, and Denzel Clarke's path to avoiding a platoon in the A's outfield. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah returns with big news at Nationals Park. Rundown 2:16 George Kirby: Back in Action on Thursday; Scouting Report? 7:59 Ronald Acuña Jr.: Return...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss the new tools and leaderboards at Baseball Savant offering more public-facing data than ever for bat paths and attack angles. Plus, they talk about the eventual arrival of ABS for regular season games, and their 2025 predictions they want to use a mulligan on. Rundown 1:02 New Toys at Baseball Savant -- Swing Path & Attack Angle Leaderboards 9:12 Looking for Ideal & Unusual Combinations 16:00 Is Swing Path Tilt the Most Difficult Thing to Change? 25:09 Do Flatte...
May 21, 2025•59 min
Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend of baseball news including the Orioles' dismissal of manager Brandon Hyde, an 80-game suspension for José Alvarado following a failed PED test, Mick Able's impressive debut, the upcoming return of Matt Shaw, and where the money went this weekend in fantasy baseball leagues. Rundown 4:52 Brandon Hyde: Fired by Orioles 12:21 José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games for Positive PED Test 17:10 Mick Abel Impresses in Debut 21:00 Hayden Wesneski to Undergo Tommy John Surger...
May 19, 2025•54 min
Eno and DVR discuss several news and notes around Major League Baseball including another unfortunate injury for Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa, and potential improvement from the Royals' lineup in the months ahead before discussing 'Rivalry Weekend' and several players on the roster fringes in fantasy baseball leagues. Rundown 0:57 Byron Buxton & Carlos Correa in Concussion Protocol 8:23 Maikel Garcia: Skills Growth *and* First Quarter Heater? 14:12 Spencer Strider: Returning During Nats Se...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a few of the 16 'other' baseball figures reinstated by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred this week including Shoeless Joe Jackson and several members of the 1919 White Sox, and when 'bad' secondary pitches become a problem by looking at six pitchers whose fastballs currently exceed the quality of their breaking and off-speed offerings. Rundown 1:05 The 'Other' 16 Reinstated by Commissioner Rob Manfred 12:50 No, Oyster Burns Wasn't Banned for Life 15:31 When Are 'Bad' Seco...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Eno and DVR discuss Rob Manfred's decision to reinstate Pete Rose, along with 16 others from Major League Baseball's "Permanently Ineligible List" (more on the 16 others in a future episode). Plus, they discuss IL stints for Corey Seager, Roki Sasaki and Ian Happ, before taking a deep dive into the Astros with The Athletic's Chandler Rome. Rundown 0:41 Rob Manfred Reinstates Pete Rose, 16 Others From MLB's Permanently Ineligible List 9:53 Corey Seager: Back to the IL w/Hamstring Strain 14:14 Rok...
May 14, 2025•57 min
Joe Sheehan joins Eno and DVR to discuss dropping the skepticism around the Tigers as AL Central frontrunners, where credit (and blame) belong with the 2025 Giants, over-performing teams they expect to see fade from the playoff picture over the course of the season, and under-performing teams they believe will find their way into the playoffs. Plus, the lack of top-end results from Jordan Walker despite top-end bat speed, and a few selections for summer breakouts. Rundown 5:30 Should We Believe ...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 7 min
