Join hosts Ryan Wormeli and Mike Maher on The Cycle, the FantasyPros Baseball podcast, as they dive into the latest fantasy baseball news. This episode covers the loss of Ronald Acuna and the impact on the Braves lineup, the legacy of Angel Hernandez, and the inclusion of Negro League stats in the official MLB record. Discover our top Buy Low and Sell High picks from the week’s featured pros, including Austin Riley and Framber Valdez. We also share our favorite waiver wire targets like Adam Duva...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Bogman is filling in for Joey P, so it's Bogman (@BogmanSports) and The Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh). Shota finally gets hit up. Luis Gil and Paul Skenes go off. Former infielder David Fletcher pitches five innings at AAA? Prospecting with The Welsh, Best Bets of the Day and more! Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Shota Imanaga - 0:03:28 Luis Gil and Paul Skenes Gas - 0:09:10 Alek Manoah - 0:12:50 Corey Seager owns AZ - 0:14:29 Jorge Lopez incident - 0:16:15 David Fletcher pitches - 0:18:15 Prospectin...
May 30, 2024•39 min
The show, after the show. It's Joey P and Welsh hitting the FantasyPros Discord to talk more MLB with YOU. What does an Acuna dynasty trade look like? Will we see Jasson Dominguez in the majors this year? Chourio rebound? This and more listener questions on the latest Cleaning Up. ⚾ Join Cleaning Up on Wednesdays at 1:10p/1:15 est following leading off to listen live and ask your fantasy questions. Join the FantasyPros discord by going to FantasyPros.com/chat. Find Cleaning Up at the direct link...
May 30, 2024•28 min
It's Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) for a new Leading-Off! Josh Naylor is a buy! what's wrong with Cole Ragans? Is Kevin Pillar a must-pickup? News, Injuries, best bets of the day, and more! Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 David Fry - 0:03:17 Josh Naylor - 0:04:07 Jose Ramirez better than Bonds? - 0:05:16 Steroid Era - 0:07:08 Kevin Pillar - 0:10:31 Hunter Brown - 0:11:10 Cole Ragans - 0:12:51 Buy or Sell Ragans - 0:17:00 3 Up and 3 Down - 0:17:45 Injuries - 0:20:...
May 29, 2024•33 min
The Ronald Acuna injury fallout. What internal replacements as well as trade candidates are there? When one door closes, another opens as Angel Hernandez's retirement has unified baseball. News, Injuries, Best bets of the day and more with Joey P @JoePisapia17 and The Welsh @IsItTheWelsh Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Sponsors: 💰 bet365 - Sign up now using our code LEADINGOFF and get the choice of two incredible New Customer Offers, the First Bet Safety Net or Bet $5 & Get $150 in Bonus...
May 28, 2024•42 min
In this week’s episode, Ryan Wormeli and Mike Maher start by giving their initial impressions of Paul Skenes and discussing his rest-of-season (ROS) ranking. Next, they dive into Rafael Devers’ hot streak and explore the impact of recent injuries on key players like Xander Bogaerts, Eloy Jimenez, John Means, and Austin Riley. We also debate whether Kyle Tucker should have been in the No. 1 overall pick conversation in our recent redraft. Our “Buy Low, Sell High” segment highlights Maher’s favori...
May 24, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Welsh hits a ladder bet. Joe goes 3-0. Welsh's Twitter makes it on the Bal/Chw broadcast! What is happening? We've got Luis Gil, Paul Skenes, Langford coming back, Vlad trade talk, best bets of the day, and more with Joey P @JoePisapia17 and Welsh @IsItTheWelsh Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Julio L? - 0:02:04 Welsh's Flaherty ladder bet - 0:03:45 Luis Gil - 0:05:49 Paul Skenes - 0:11:18 The decline of Pete Alonso - 0:13:48 Jackson Holliday - 0:17:28 ABS system coming? - 0:19:46 3 Up and 3 D...
May 24, 2024•39 min
Juan Soto goes off. Is it time to buy or sell Jesus Luzardo? Welsh captures Luis Robert's first HR back on a rehab assignment! It's Prospecting with the Welsh, Best Bets of the Day and more with Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh). Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Trade Skenes for Semien? - 0:01:00 Jesus Luzardo - 0:06:36 Justin Steele - 0:08:25 Luis Robert HR video - 0:09:43 George Springer - 0:11:58 Prospecting with The Welsh - 0:13:56 James Wood - 0:14:38 Junior Cami...
May 23, 2024•37 min
The show, after the show. It's Joey P and Welsh hitting the FantasyPros Discord to talk more MLB with YOU. The highs and lows of Elly. Can we drop Evan Carter? Do we need to pick up David Fry? Trades and more. ⚾ Join Cleaning Up on Wednesdays at 1:10p/1:15 est following leading off to listen live and ask your fantasy questions. Join the FantasyPros discord by going to FantasyPros.com/chat. Find Cleaning Up at the direct link FantasyPros.com/CleaningUp. ⚾ FantasyPros MyPlaybook™ - Win your Fantas...
May 22, 2024•27 min
The Welsh is coming in HOT after he was trolled about Brandon Pfaadt. Is Ranger Suarez a top-15 SP rest of season? Luis Matos, Cristian Javier, Injuries, Best Bets of the Day and more from Joey @JoePisapia17 and Welsh @IsItTheWelsh Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Welchimo to the Trolls - 0:00:43 Welsh McGregor - 0:01:40 Ranger Suarez - 0:05:38 Skenes or Ranger ROS - 0:11:06 Luis Matos - 0:15:31 3 Up and 3 Down - 0:16:16 Injuries - 0:19:51 Best Bets of the Day - 0:24:17 HR Call - 0:28:31 Spons...
May 22, 2024•33 min
Rafael Devers is on a home run heater. Chris Sale NL CY Young consideration? What happened to Pablo Lopez? Joe Musgrove is back, a laundry list of injuries, Welsh needs Pfaadt to deal on Tuesday, best bets of the day and more with Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Fan hit by 110MPH Ball - 0:01:26 Rafael Devers - 0:04:10 Chris Sale - 0:05:26 Otto Lopez - 0:11:30 Deadpool or Wolverine ROS? - 0:12:45 Is Pablo Lopez ok? - 0:13:30 Taj Bradley - 0:15:47 R...
May 21, 2024•38 min
With Edwin Diaz out as closer, is this it? Shota Imanaga vs Paul Skenes. Is Alek Manoah back? Luis Matos, Seth Lugo, News, Injuries, best bets of the day and more with Joe Pisapia @JoePisapia17 and Chris Welsh @IsItTheWelsh Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Sponsors: 💰 bet365 - Sign up now using our code LEADINGOFF and get the choice of two incredible New Customer Offers, the First Bet Safety Net or Bet $5 & Get $150 in Bonus Bets. Place your first cash bet up to $1,000, and if the bet los...
May 20, 2024•35 min
Elly De La Steal! Elly takes four more and is literally running away with the SB title. Can Paul Skenes build on his first start? We've got the latest news, injuries, best bets of the day and more with Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Elly De La Cruz - 0:03:02 Paul Skenes - 0:09:46 Ronald Acuna - 0:14:51 Joey Loperfido - 0:19:35 3 Up and 3 Down - 0:20:06 Most HR/SB guys - 0:21:56 Injuries - 0:23:34 Best Bets of the Day - 0:24:40 HR Call - 0:28:...
May 17, 2024•32 min
This week, Ryan Wormeli and Mike Maher break down the Ronel Blanco cheating scandal, the new swing data released by Baseball Savant, and a detailed look at likely trade candidates before the deadline including Jo Adell, Alex Bregman, Mason Miller, Nolan Arenado, Jesus Luzard, Michael Kopech, and others. The Prospect Corner returns this week as Chris Welsh breaks down Paul Skenes’ debut and forecasts his season, along with insights on Christian Scott, Jackson Holliday, and Jasson Dominguez’s retu...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) is joined by Scott Bogman (@BogmanSports) with Joe out for the day. Big day of SP's with Jared Jones, Tyler Glasnow and Justin Steele. A special addition of Prospecting with the Welsh. News, Injuries, best bets of the day and more! Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Big Pitchers on Thur - 0:03:04 Aaron Judge - 0:04:18 Logan Webb - 0:06:21 Seiya Suzuki - 0:08:22 Jon Gray - 0:09:40 Am I the Cooler? - 0:12:03 Brandon Pfaadt - 0:13:44 Ronald Acuna - 0:14:00 Jackson Chourio - 0:...
May 16, 2024•41 min
The show, after the show. It's Joey P and Welsh hitting the FantasyPros Discord to talk more MLB with YOU. Do we still have trust in Chourio for redraft? Seager or Abrams in dynasty? Langford or Caminero rest of season and tons more. ⚾ Join Cleaning Up on Wednesdays at 1:10p/1:15 est following leading off to listen live and ask your fantasy questions. Join the FantasyPros discord by going to FantasyPros.com/chat. Find Cleaning Up at the direct link FantasyPros.com/CleaningUp. ⚾ FantasyPros MyPla...
May 16, 2024•26 min
Ronel Blanco was ejected for using a foreign substance. Jack Leiter beat up again. Chris Sale, Junior Caminero playing 2nd, best bets of the day, and a special new guest, Puppet Joe. Have some fun on your Baseball Wednesday with Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh). Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Sponsors: 💰 bet365 - Sign up now using our code LEADINGOFF and get the choice of two incredible New Customer Offers, the First Bet Safety Net or Bet $5 & Get $150 in Bonus Bets. Place ...
May 15, 2024•34 min
Adley with a 2 HR day on Monday. Shota Imanaga continues to dominate. Is Torkelson back? Should the Pirates be buyers? Bat Tracking Blast Rate, Best Bets of the day and more with Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Adley Rutschman - 0:01:36 Shota Imanaga - 0:03:12 Pirates as buyers? - 0:05:33 Edwin Diaz - 0:08:34 Spencer Torkelson - 0:09:54 Kyle Manzardo - 0:13:41 Baseball Savant "Bat Tracking" - 0:14:18 Otto Lopez - 0:16:59 Felnin Celesten - 0:18:49 ...
May 14, 2024•32 min
Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) break down the debut of Paul Skenes. How good is Brent Rooker? What's the deal with Cole Ragans? Do we pick up Alek Manoah? Best bets and tons more! Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Sponsors: 💰 bet365 - Sign up now using our code LEADINGOFF and get the choice of two incredible New Customer Offers, the First Bet Safety Net or Bet $5 & Get $150 in Bonus Bets. Place your first cash bet up to $1,000, and if the bet loses, you will have your wager ...
May 13, 2024•32 min
We're celebrating 20k Youtube subs and Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) are not here, but their wrestling alter egos Jose Cannoli and Welchismo are! Join in the silly chaos while some baseball is also being served up. Logan Gilbert implodes, is Mason Miller the games best closer, best bets of the day and tons more. Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Jose Cannoli Entrance - 0:00:09 Welchismo Entrance - 0:00:38 Aaron Judge - 0:04:28 Logan Gilbert - 0:06:09 ROS Shota or Gilbert - 0:07:...
May 10, 2024•36 min
This week, Ryan Wormeli and Mike Maher are joined by Kelly Kirby to break down the fantasy baseball closer landscape, grade Maher’s trade of Corbin Carroll for Matt Olson, take a look at what the first round would look like if fantasy drafts took place today, identify hitters and pitchers we’re targeting on waivers, and decide if we’re holding or dropping some underperforming players. Whether you’re reshuffling your roster or just need a solid pick for the weekend, we’ve got all the insights you...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) deep dive into the upcoming Paul Skenes debut. Prediciting his line, rest of season value and should you trade him now? This week's Prospecting with The Welsh, news, injuries, best bets of the day, and more. Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Paul Skenes - 0:00:49 Predict Skenes line - 0:02:06 Do you trade Skenes now? - 0:03:01 Jared Jones or Paul Skenes ROS? - 0:06:39 Yankees offense - 0:08:06 Dylan Cease - 0:09:12 Alex Bregman - 0:09:46 Prospecting...
May 09, 2024•34 min
The show, after the show. It's Joey P and Welsh hitting the FantasyPros Discord to talk more MLB with YOU. Listeners jump on with Welsh and Joe to talk about roster moves, catcher replacements, trading for Royce Lewis, Freeman vs Semien and more. ⚾ Join Cleaning Up on Wednesdays at 1:10p/1:15 est following leading off to listen live and ask your fantasy questions. Join the FantasyPros discord by going to FantasyPros.com/chat. Find Cleaning Up at the direct link FantasyPros.com/CleaningUp. ⚾ Fant...
May 08, 2024•31 min
Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) are talking Shota Imanaga's rest of season value, and the worth of exploring trades? Is Corbin Carroll back? How do you replace Willson Contreras? The latest news, injuries, best bets of the day and more. Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Shota Imanaga - 0:02:08 Is Corbin Carroll back? - 0:06:31 Justin Verlander - 0:09:06 Willson Contreras fracture - 0:11:01 Done with Gabby Moreno? - 0:14:27 3 Up and 3 Down - 0:15:27 Jose Berrios - 0:16:36 Injuries ...
May 08, 2024•34 min
Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) discuss Walker Buehler's return. Is Zack Wheeler the SP1 in fantasy? When will Paul Skenes actually get to the majors? The latest news, injuries and best bets of the day. Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Zach Wheeler - 0:03:03 Walker Buehler - 0:05:16 Jack Flaherty - 0:08:22 Paul Skenes - 0:12:42 3 Up and 3 Down - 0:20:08 Injuries - 0:21:08 Best Bets of the Day - 0:22:47 HR Call - 0:26:52 Sponsors: 💰 bet365 - Sign up now using our code LEADINGOFF ...
May 07, 2024•31 min
Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) are back and celebrating a Leading Off milestone, of 20k subs on Youtube. Trea Turner is out for a while, Kyle Manzardo is ready to make his debut, plus trades, news, best bets of the day and more! Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Sponsors: 💰 bet365 - Sign up now using our code LEADINGOFF and get the choice of two incredible New Customer Offers, the First Bet Safety Net or Bet $5 & Get $150 in Bonus Bets. Place your first cash bet up to $1,000...
May 06, 2024•40 min
Joe (@JoePisapia17) and Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) talk Christian Scott and his potential staying power with the Mets. Do we trust Walker Buehler coming back Monday? Kyle Bradish is back, We're waiting on Coby Mayo, best bets of the day and tons more. Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Christian Scott - 0:02:58 Kyle Bradish - 0:06:20 Jon Singleton - 0:10:08 Walker Buehler - 0:12:10 Is Wyatt Langford this year's Jordan Walker? - 0:13:55 Coby Mayo - 0:14:58 3 Up and 3 Down - 0:22:30 Gerrit Cole - 0:23:...
May 03, 2024•39 min
In this week’s episode of The Cycle, your hosts Ryan Wormeli and Mike Maher dive deep into the latest fantasy baseball developments and strategies. From Mike Trout’s recent surgery announcement to unexpected breakout and bounceback players, this episode is packed with essential insights. Jo Adell and Erick Fedde—flashes of brilliance or misleading mirages? We analyze whether these players are sustainable picks for your team. It’s rankings time! Where do Nick Lodolo, Jack Flaherty, and Blake Snel...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) is back! Joe (@JoePisapia17) are talking about Mike Trout's injury, Prospecting with the Welsh, best bets of the day and everything around MLB. Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Mike Trout Injury - 0:01:59 Shota Imanaga - 0:05:54 What's wrong with Corbin Carroll - 0:10:25 Freddy Peralta suspension - 0:12:08 1800-Joe-Wins - 0:13:39 Jurickson Profar - 0:14:30 Prospecting with The Welsh - 0:16:48 Junior Caminero - 0:17:04 Paul Skenes - 0:19:15 Kyle Manzardo - 0:20:38 Cade Pov...
May 02, 2024•37 min
Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Scott Bogman (@BogmanSports) are here on a Wednesday afternoon to share the latest injuries, headlines, prospect news, surprise performances, best bets, and home run calls. How should Mike Trout's fantasy managers navigate his injury? Is Mason Miller now the best closer in fantasy? Just how good is Whataburger? The Pros tackle all these important questions and more! Join us for a little humor, stats, and expert advice! Timestamps: Introduction - 0:00:00 Mike Trout...
May 01, 2024•34 min
