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The Toolshed: A Fantasy Baseball Podcast

Eric Crossredcircle.com

The Toolshed is a dynasty fantasy baseball and prospect-focused podcast. Each week, host Eric Cross discusses the notable players and storylines from around the baseball world, from the MLB draft all the way to the Majors, with a dynasty slant.

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Episodes

EP 161 | Hot Stove Heat

With the MLB Hot Stove heating up, Chris and Eric welcome on Frank Stampfl (@Roto_Frank) from CBS to chat about all the big names on the move lately and the fantasy fallout for other players impacted. The trio begins by talking about Jacob deGrom and their strategy for pitchers at the beginning of drafts before diving into Jose Abreu and other notable Astros, the Milwaukee/Seattle trade, Brewers' outfield prospects, and much more!Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCh...

Dec 05, 20221 hr 7 min

EP 160 | Offseason Prospect Buy/Sell

With the offseason in full swing, it's a great time to try and make some moves to position your dynasty teams for future success. One great way to do that is via trade, and Chris and Eric discuss that in this episode with six prospects to sell right now and six to buy that could pay dividends moving forward.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire order by using code TOOLSHED at manscaped....

Nov 28, 202251 min

EP 159 | Recent News and Steamer Projections

In this episode, Chris and Eric break down recent MLB headlines including several trades and the Bryce Harper injury. Then they look at Steamer projections, focusing on standout projections and ones for polarizing names.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire order by using code TOOLSHED at manscaped.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: *...

Nov 21, 20221 hr 8 min

EP 158 | Early Offseason Relief

In this episode, Chris and Eric are joined by Mike Carter (@mdrc0508) from FantraxHQ and The Fantasy Baseball Beat Podcast. The trio discusses a ton of relievers in this episode centered around strategy and player values before getting into some recent MLB news and plenty of White Sox player talk as well.10:38Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire order by using code TOOLSHED at manscape...

Nov 14, 20221 hr 19 min

EP 157 | Arizona Fall League Live Looks

After spending nearly a week out at the Arizona Fall League, Chris and Eric recap their live looks on many prospects including Matt Mervis, Jordan Walker, Tink Hence, Luis Angel Acuña, and many more.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire order by using code TOOLSHED at manscaped.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars Int...

Nov 09, 20221 hr 10 min

EP 156 | Early 2023 ADP Analysis

With 2023 ADP now out, Chris and Eric discuss where notable rookies land along with some 2nd half breakouts and polarizing names like Fernando Tatís Jr, Spencer Strider, Tyler Glasnow, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Adver...

Oct 31, 20221 hr 6 min

EP 155 | Early Arizona Fall League Standouts

With a few weeks of AFL action in the books, Chris and Eric dive into some early standouts including Jordan Walker, Jordan Lawlar, Zac Veen, Matt Mervis, and more.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire order by using code TOOLSHED at manscaped.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED ...

Oct 24, 20221 hr

EP 154 | Early 2023 Mock Draft

In this episode, Chris and Eric look ahead to 2023 with an early mock draft and are joined by Justin Mason (@JustinMasonFWFB) and Jeff Erickson (@Jeff_Erickson) to do so. The quartet make a total of 32 picks with plenty of great discussion on the players selected, strategy, and much more.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire order by using code TOOLSHED at manscaped.com. Learn more abou...

Oct 17, 20221 hr 22 min

Ep 153 | What You Missed in September: Hitters

Chris and Eric continue their discussion on notable performances and trends down the stretch, this time diving into hitters with Brian "Bubba" Entrekin (@bdentrek). The trio starts out by discussing some elite names that ended hot like Bo Bichette and Eloy Jimenez before diving into some under-the-radar names, older resurgent players, and more.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out our Youtube.This episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% off your entire orde...

Oct 10, 20221 hr 4 min

Ep 152 | What You Missed in September: Pitchers

With the 2022 season in the books, Chris and Eric look back to September and dive into pitching trends and performances that you might have missed. They start by discussing the struggles of Sean Manaea, Frankie Montas, Mike Clevinger, and Josiah Gray to see if they're in or out moving forward before diving into rising arms like Lodolo, Hunter Greene, Bello, Wesneski, and more along with some additional under the radar arms.Follow Us on Twitter: @EricCross04, @RotoClegg, @FantraxToolshedCheck out...

Oct 07, 20221 hr 16 min

Ep 151 | 2nd Half Studs & Duds

In their last episode during the 2022 regular season, Chris and Eric dive into 2nd half studs and duds, Glasnow's return, Baz out for 2023, Logan O'Hoppe's promotion, and more. Other notable names discussed include Steven Kwan, Pete Alonso, Julio Urias, Ty France, CJ Cron, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries...

Sep 29, 20221 hr 12 min

Ep 150 | You Be The Judge

In this episode, Chris and Eric dare to ask if it's time to sell high on Aaron Judge in dynasty. After that, the duo discusses Corbin Burnes' woes, Oneil Cruz, Ezequiel Tovar, prospect standouts, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...

Sep 23, 20221 hr 8 min

Ep 149 | September Dynasty Risers & Fallers

In this episode, Chris and Eric dive into a ton of names rising or falling in their dynasty rankings including Michael Harris, Walker Buehler, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Framber Valdez, Nathaniel Lowe, and many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...

Sep 15, 20221 hr 23 min

Ep 148 | September Prospect Risers & Fallers

In this episode, Chris and Eric dive into a ton of names rising or falling in their prospect rankings including Kyle Manzardo, Robert Hassell, Andrew Painter, Nick Yorke, Brady House, and plenty of catchers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/...

Sep 08, 20221 hr 8 min

Ep 147 | Intriguing Low-Level Prospects

In this episode, Chris and Eric are joined by Bailey Srebnik (@xwOBAiley) and Eric Garfield (@Eric_Birdland) from the @FLProspectPod to discuss exciting prospects in Lo-A and the Complex Level that they've seen live this summer. Some names discussed include Tink Hence, Miguel Bleis, Jackson Holliday, Bubba Chandler, and many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://...

Sep 05, 20221 hr 17 min

EP 146 | Top Gunnar

There were so many notable promotions over the last several days and Chris and Eric are here to break them all down, headlined by Gunnar Henderson, Yainer Diaz, and Hunter Brown. The duo then discusses Luis Robert frustrations, what's wrong with Josh Hader, and a trio of names rising up dynasty rankings quickly that are all quietly excelling this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED fo...

Sep 01, 202255 min

EP 145 | Time To Go Carrolling

In this episode, Chris and Eric discuss a nice mix of players including the promotion of Corbin Carroll and others, if they're losing faith in Brujan/Duran, and if Bregman and Gallen are back to being elite. Plus, recent MLB and MiLB standouts, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brand...

Aug 29, 20221 hr 17 min

EP 144 | Dynasty Pitching Highs and Lows

In this episode, Chris and Eric discuss a ton of trending arms that are moving up and down their dynasty rankings including George Kirby, Walker Buehler, Tony Gonsolin, and Lucas Giolito. Then the duo discusses the Baty and Langeliers promotions before diving into some prospect standouts including Jordan Walker, Gavin Cross, Josh Jung, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great...

Aug 22, 20221 hr 11 min

EP 143 | Dynasty Debates

In this episode, Chris and Eric discuss a ton of listener-submitted dynasty debates, breaking down the player profiles, longterm outlooks, and who they prefer in dynasty leagues. Some debates include Vinnie P vs Vaughn, Elly De La Cruz vs Oneil Cruz, Robert vs Harris, Chourio vs D. Jones, Strider vs May, McCullers vs Luzardo, and many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal...

Aug 18, 20221 hr 4 min

EP 142 | The Tatis Saga + Prospect Promotions/Standouts with Peyton Skinner

Chris and Eric are joined by Peyton Skinner (@ProspectPeyton) in this episode to talk Fernando Tatís Jr's dynasty value (and whether to buy or sell) along with recent prospect promotions and MiLB standouts. Some prospects discussed include CJ Abrams, DL Hall, Zac Veen, Painter/Abel, Mayer/Jordan/Bleis, Evan Carter, Tanner Bibee, and many more!Timestamps:Fernando Tatis Jr: 5:10CJ Abrams: 13:10DL Hall: 20Peyton Battenfield: 25Brett Baty: 27:15Mick Abel and Andrew Painter: 29Zac Veen: 33:30Marcelo ...

Aug 15, 20221 hr 26 min

EP 141 | August Listener Mailbag Questions

In this episode, Chris and Eric answer around 20 listener-submitted questions about dynasty, prospects, and more. Some topics and players discussed include players they differ on, pop-up prospects, Vaughn Grissom's debut, players to buy-low on in dynasty, Gunnar, Elly, Carroll, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising...

Aug 11, 20221 hr 11 min

EP 140 | Prospect Promotions & Standouts

This week, Eric and Chris break down all the recent prospect promotions along with some discussion on Ian Anderson, Logan Gilbert, and recent prospect standouts in the minors.Miguel Vargas: 3:00Tyler Freeman and Will Benson: 9:10Michael Massey: 18:00Bubba Thompson: 22:00Peyton Burdick and Jesus Sanchez: 24:50Ian Anderson: 33:40Logan Gilbert: 39:10Kyle Manzardo: 46:10Deyvison De Los Santos: 50:00Alex Canario: 52:40Sal Frelick: 57:00Colton Cowser: 1:01:05Ben Brown: 1:04:40Andrew Painter: 1:07:45 L...

Aug 08, 20221 hr 16 min

EP 139 | Trade Deadline Fantasy Recap

After a busy trade deadline, Chris and Eric sit down to talk about the fantasy relevance of all the moves. After diving into the massive Juan Soto deal, they talk Hader, Montas, relievers, prospects, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc...

Aug 03, 202258 min

EP 138 | The Judge Has Ruled

In this episode, Chris and Eric discuss Judge and Riley's dominance, surging young arms, Jose Miranda quietly excelling, and Eovaldi's concerns before breaking down the Seattle/Cincinnati trade and ending with prospect standouts over the last month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pri...

Aug 01, 20221 hr 4 min

EP 137 | Mid-Season Dynasty Buys

Chris and Eric discuss more than a dozen players to buy right now in dynasty leagues whose value should rise moving forward, including both MLB bats and prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...

Jul 25, 202250 min

EP 136 | The Bux Stops Here

In this episode, Chris and Eric dive into where J-Rod and Witt should be ranked in dynasty before talking some notable promotions, demotions, Statcast notables, and much more before finishing with a Byron Buxton dynasty debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ht...

Jul 21, 202256 min

EP 135 | 2022 MLB Draft First Round Review

In this episode, Chris and Eric break down the first round of the 2022 MLB draft. They go pick by pick giving analysis on the players and how their landing spots affect their fantasy value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertisin...

Jul 18, 20221 hr 4 min

EP 134 | Come Sale Away

In this jam-packed episode, Chris and Eric discuss Chris Sale's return and value moving forward, Tarik Skubal and Lance Lynn's struggles, if Manoah is overrated, and where they value Trevor Story along with the promotions of Esteury Ruiz and Nolan Jones before diving into some prospect standouts and how high Elly De La Cruz and Jackson Chourio can rise in prospect rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use...

Jul 14, 20221 hr 20 min

EP 133 | Mid-season Dynasty Mock Draft Recap

Chris and Eric are joined by Drew Spurling (@DrewSpurling1) to discuss an ongoing mid-season dynasty mock draft. The trio discuss a wide range of players, strategies, surprising, picks and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy ...

Jul 08, 20221 hr 11 min

EP 132 | The Power of the Stache

In this episode, Chris and Eric discuss where Cristian Javier and Spencer Strider rank longterm, what's gotten into Isaac Paredes, and if they're buying back into Jarren Duran before discussing standout prospects and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https:/...

Jul 05, 20221 hr 11 min
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