DVR discusses a weekend packed with injuries -- including an early exit for Ronald Acuña Jr. on Sunday -- before looking at several Sunday standouts, an unusual schedule for the upcoming week, and streaming pitchers to consider for Monday. Rundown 0:45 Acuña Leads a Rash of Weekend Injuries League-Wide 3:39 Stephen Strasburg to the IL; Erick Fedde as a Pickup? 7:00 Sunday's Pitching Standouts 10:16 Weekly Schedule Quirks 11:07 Monday's Streaming Options Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subs...
Apr 19, 2021•15 min
Al and DVR discuss the expected return of Fernando Tatis Jr., another injury in the Blue Jays' bullpen, Patrick Corbin's Thursday night meltdown, streaming pitchers to consider for Friday, and a few options to consider with pickups approaching this weekend. Rundown 0:43 Fernando Tatis Jr. is Returning Friday! 2:09 Johnny Cueto Goes to the IL 3:25 Gavin Lux’s Wrist Injury 4:51 Another Injury In the Blue Jays’ Bullpen 6:17 Patrick Corbin’s Meltdown 7:57 Jake Junis Pitches Well Against Toronto 9:47...
Apr 16, 2021•16 min
Carlos Rodón lost a perfect game in gut-wrenching fashion after retiring the first 25 batters he faced against Cleveland, but he'll probably settle for a no-hitter. No settling on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15, though. Al and Beller bring you the latest in fantasy baseball, from Rodón's near-perfecto, to the impending returns of Fernando Tatís Jr. and Dinelson Lamet, to Tuesday's best pitchers to stream, and more. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Ho...
Apr 15, 2021•15 min
Al & DVR discuss rough outings for Blake Snell and Stephen Strasburg, Jed Lowrie's renaissance in Oakland, Luis Torrens' rise in the Seattle lineup, Kendall Graveman as a potential closer, starting pitchers to consider streaming on Wednesday, and a pair of young players getting an opportunity to compete for playing time in Toronto and Texas. Rundown 0:47 Injury Updates 1:37 Blake Snell & Stephen Strasburg Get Shelled 5:30 Sonny Gray & Kwang Hyun Returning This Weekend 7:17 Jed Lowrie...
Apr 14, 2021•16 min
Al and Beller dig into Monday's big night for pitchers, including great performances from Tyler Glasnow, Freddy Peralta, Alex Cobb and Huascar Ynoa. The guys also discuss Zac Gallen's season debut, Anthony Rendon and Christian Walker hitting the IL, and pitchers to stream on Tuesday. Plus, Beller offers up his favorite gambling pick of the day. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 13, 2021•15 min
Al and DVR discuss a couple of banged-up Brewers, the Padres’ options in the rotation with Adrian Morejon’s injury, Brent Honeywell’s return, Luke Weaver’s gem, and more. Rundown 0:44 Christian Yelich & Travis Shaw Leave Early Sunday 2:19 Adrian Morejon’s Arm Injury; Dinelson Lamet’s Possible Return 4:17 Dexter Fowler’s Season-Ending ACL Injury 6:25 Another Change in the St. Louis Outfield 7:51 Brent Honeywell is Back 9:33 Fifth Starter Roster Tweaks 10:05 Luke Weaver’s Gem 11:27 The Reds’ D...
Apr 12, 2021•15 min
Al & DVR discuss another key fantasy contributor heading to the IL, encouraging news on Zac Gallen, a setback for George Springer, two streaming options for Friday, and a few options to consider as waiver-wire pickups as the weekend approaches. Rundown 0:48 Ketel Marte Placed on IL 2:00 E-Rod’s Strong 2021 Debut 3:05 Encouraging News on Zac Gallen's Progress Toward a Return 4:51 Closer Woes in Miami 6:54 Streaming Options for Friday 10:11 Weekend FAAB Targets Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchio...
Apr 09, 2021•16 min
Al and Beller dive into the litany of injuries across the league, including updates on George Springer and Mike Soroka, and new maladies for Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger. They also take a look at Oakland's bullpen, consider pitchers to stream on Thursday, and take a look at some risers and fallers in the stock watch. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 08, 2021•15 min
Al and DVR discuss the prognosis for Fernando Tatís Jr, concern about the health of Trevor Rosenthal, and a pair of early-season trades before looking at deep-league streamers for Wednesday, and sharing their expectations for MacKenzie Gore and Luis Patiño in redraft leagues. Rundown 0:44 Fernando Tatís Jr. Injury Update 3:16 Trevor Rosenthal Visits Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Specialist 4:31 Orlando Arcia to Atlanta & Rougned Odor in the Bronx 7:45 Nate Lowe & Tyler Naquin Have Huge Nights...
Apr 07, 2021•16 min
Al and DVR discuss Fernando Tatís Jr.'s early exit from Monday's game due to an apparent arm injury, a few surprising pitching performances to begin the week, and the value of max exit velocity in the early days of the season. Topics 0:44 Fernando Tatís Jr. Leaves Early with an Apparent Arm Injury 2:46 Potential Tatís Replacements 4:01 Austin Hays to the IL; Opportunity for DJ Stewart? 5:52 Marlins’ Rotation Depth Options 7:25 A.J. Puk Recalled by A’s 8:22 Steven Matz’s Monday Gem 9:59 Jordan Mo...
Apr 06, 2021•16 min
Al and Beller start the first full week of the season on Fantasy Baseball in 15. The guys discuss injuries for Tim Anderson and Ke'Bryan Hayes, hot starts for Yermín Mercedes and Julian Merryweather, further delays for the Nations, the week ahead, and more. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 05, 2021•16 min
Al and DVR discuss a busy Opening Day filled with late-game heroics injuries, and unexpected role changes before taking an early look at weekend waiver-wire targets. Rundown 0:53 Nats-Mets Opening Day Postponement 1:59 Josh Donaldson, Nick Senzel & Hunter Dozier Leave Early 3:30 Sixto Sánchez Experiencing Shoulder Discomfort 5:02 The Closer Carousel is Already Spinning 10:05 Opening Day Heroes 11:21 First Look at Weekend Waiver Targets Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow DVR on Twitte...
Apr 02, 2021•15 min
It's Opening Day, and Fantasy Baseball in 15 is pumped! Al and Beller discuss the injuries to George Springer and Adalberto Mondesi, and the players who could step up while they're on the IL. They also get into Hector Neris being named the Phillies closer, and players who already have rising or falling fantasy value, including Logan Webb, Andrew Vaughn and Tejay Antone. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
Apr 01, 2021•15 min
Al & DVR discuss their plans for George Springer to begin the season, Franchy Cordero’s role in Boston, Tanner Houck’s early opportunity to step in for E-Rod, Jarren Duran’s path to 2021 playing time, and mid-week pickup targets to consider. Rundown 0:44 Dustin May Gets the Dodgers’ Fifth Starter Job 1:18 George Springer Update 2:40 Sit Walker Buehler at Coors? 3:43 Franchy Cordero Activated from IL 5:50 Tanner Houck as an E-Rod Replacement & Beyond 7:40 Jarren Duran’s 2021 Path to Playi...
Mar 31, 2021•15 min
With Opening Day now in sight, Al and Beller discuss rotation news out of Miami, Los Angeles and Detroit. They also consider the potential for Yoshi Tsutsugo to stick atop the Rays lineup for the balance of the season, Plus, the debut of betting Tuesdays! Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Please fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 30, 2021•15 min
Al and DVR discuss a flurry of late-spring roster decisions, closer roles that remain in flux, and a few wrinkles from the shortened schedule for the first week of the 2021 fantasy baseball season. Rundown 1:30 Catching Up on Late Spring News 6:34 Closer Situations in Flux in Arizona & Boston 8:13 Examining Matchups for Opening Week 11:54 Looking at Giants-Mariners for Pitching Streamers? Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Please fill out our listener s...
Mar 29, 2021•15 min
Eloy Jiménez will miss at least five months after suffering a ruptured pectoral muscle during a spring training game. Al & DVR discuss the White Sox's current options to take his place, before discussing a few of their draft season targets. Rundown 0:58 Eloy Jiménez Injury Update 2:38 Replacement Options to Consider 5:49 Al’s Guys: Josh Lindblom 8:01 Al's Guys: Buying Into Mike Yastrzemski? 10:51 Rising Interest in Triston McKenzie & Aaron Civale Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follo...
Mar 26, 2021•15 min
It appears Fernando Tatís Jr. has avoided serious injury, but Zac Gallen might not be so lucky. Al and Beller discuss how to treat the two of them in remaining drafts. They also discuss the MLB cracking down on the use of foreign substances on the mound, and the pitchers who could be most affected by the change. Plus, a look at Daulton Jefferies and potential replacements for Harrison Bader. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Please fill out our listener surve...
Mar 25, 2021•14 min
Al and DVR discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.'s early exit from Tuesday's Cactus League game, George Springer's oblique injury, the Twins' decision to option Alex Kirilloff, and new potential closers taking over the ninth-inning role in Toronto and Cleveland. Rundown 0:55 Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Early Exit Tuesday 1:28 George Springer’s Oblique Injury 2:25 Alex Kirilloff Demoted by Twins 3:40 Kirby Yates’ Season Likely Over: Jays’ Replacement Options 5:23 Cleveland’s Closer Plan Coming Into Focus? 7:53 Tou...
Mar 24, 2021•15 min
Zac Gallen, Kirby Yates and José LeClerc are all dealing with injuries that could cost them meaningful time in the regular season. On this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15, Al and Beller discuss the downstream effects of all three of those injuries. Plus, the guys get into Jo Adell and Mike Trout, giving Beller one last opportunity to beat the drum for the latter as the No. 1 overall pick in fantasy drafts this season. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Pleas...
Mar 23, 2021•14 min
We're now into the last full week of spring training, and the position battles that we've been watching over the last month are coming to an end. Beller and Al check in on a number of those in this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15, including those in the Cubs' rotation, Indians' and Orioles' outfields, and Reds' bullpen. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Please fill out our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Hosted on Acast. ...
Mar 22, 2021•14 min
Al and DVR discuss a few recently announced Opening Day assignments, the rising stock of Marlins starter Trevor Rogers, their level of trust in Dominic Smith's 2020 skills growth, and another injury setback for Carlos Carrasco. Rundown 0:55 E-Rod Named the Red Sox's Opening Day Starter 3:12 More Strikeouts Coming For Sandy Alcantara? 4:55 Buying In on Trevor Rogers? 6:45 Dominic Smith’s Wrist Soreness; Trust Level in 2020 Step Forward 10:51 Joey Lucchesi's Opportunity Following Carlos Carrasco’s...
Mar 19, 2021•15 min
We've reached the point of spring where we can play everyone's favorite game: Does this matter? From Bobby Witt Jr.'s chances of making the Royals, to Bobby Dalbec's power, to Sam Hilliard's speed, Al and Beller discuss what matters and what doesn't among some of what we've seen this spring. Plus, the guys use Beller's Tout Wars roster to discuss Jacob deGrom, Nelson Cruz and draft strategies for relievers. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Please fill out ou...
Mar 18, 2021•15 min
Al and DVR discuss the Reds’ scramble to find an infield defensive alignment that works, Jarred Kelenic’s push back from a spring knee injury, and how to handle situations when projection systems diverge about a player’s value. Rundown 1:03 Eugenio Suárez, At Shortstop? 3:15 Opportunity for Jonathan India at Second Base? 5:01 Nate Pearson's Groin Injury; Ross Stripling Time? 6:54 Jarred Kelenic Progressing Toward Return 8:59 When Projection Systems Disagree Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Fo...
Mar 17, 2021•15 min
Austin Riley looks set to be the Braves' primary third baseman, while Maikel Franco is bound for Baltimore. Both provide late, cheap power at third base, but can either be more than just a power hitter? Al and Beller answer that question on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15. The guys also discuss Jorge Alfaro's place in the catcher hierarchy, and consider a couple of movers in Beller's recent Stock Watch column. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Please f...
Mar 16, 2021•14 min
Al and DVR discuss the impact of recent injury news about Sonny Gray and Stephen Strasburg, the Astros’ search for a new leadoff hitter, Austin Nola’s finger injury and the catcher depth in San Diego, and lessons learned in The Great Fantasy Baseball Invitational. Rundown 1:30 Adjusting Rankings for Sonny Gray & Stephen Strasburg Injuries? 5:19 Who Leads Off in Houston? 8:22 Austin Nola’s Finger Injury 10:53 Lessons Learned in TGFBI Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow DVR on Twitter: ...
Mar 15, 2021•15 min
We've reached the end of the team preview series on Fantasy Baseball in 15, putting a bow on it all with the Oakland A's. A's beat writer Alex Coffey joins Al and Beller to break it all down. Will the A's have a dedicated leadoff man? If so, who will it be? If not, who are the candidates? Can Jesús Luzardo take the next step this season? Is Trevor Rosenthal locked into the ninth inning? Those questions, plus a few more, are answered. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: ...
Mar 13, 2021•14 min
Al and DVR are joined by Yankees beat writer Lindsey Adler to discuss Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge's bid to stay healthy, a potential bounce back from Gleyber Torres, bullpen plans in front of Aroldis Chapman, and how Deivi Garcia and Clarke Schmidt will be utilized in 2021. 1:18 Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge and the Bid to Stay Healthy 2:35 A Bid for a Bounce Back for Gleyber Torres 3:51 Aaron Hicks Hitting Third? 5:04 Jameson Taillon’s Progress Toward Opening Day 7:07 Jordan Montgomery’s...
Mar 12, 2021•13 min
The Cardinals could have one of the most dangerous offenses in the league, but the rotation leaves quite a bit to be desired beyond Jack Flaherty. Al and Beller get into all that on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15. Is Nolan Arenado now underrated by the fantasy community? Could Tommy Edman or Dylan Carlson take off this year? Where does Jack Flaherty rank among the game's elite? Jordan Hicks is the guy you want in the bullpen, right? The guys touch on all that and more. Follow Al on Twitt...
Mar 11, 2021•15 min
Al and DVR are joined by Tigers beat writer Cody Stavenhagen to discuss how the pieces fit in the Detroit outfield, where Isaac Paredes will play in 2021, Matthew Boyd's bounce back bid, candidates to close, and the plans for the young starting pitchers, and No. 1 overall pick Spencer Torkelson. 1:26 Victor Reyes’ Role w/Nomar Mazara & Robbie Grossman Additions 2:32 Where Does Isaac Paredes Fit? 3:55 Matthew Boyd’s Bounce Back Bid 5:55 Spencer Turnbull’s Development 7:37 Closing Candidates 9...
Mar 10, 2021•15 min
