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On The Wire Adam and Kevin break down FAAB-related news and bid suggestions for this week's FAAB run. News and Notes Call Up / Demotions FAAB Recommendations by Category Kevin's final thoughts Kevin's final thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam and Kevin break down FAAB-related news and bid suggestions for this week's FAAB run. Discussions Jesus Luzardo scratched with elbow discomfort Wade Miley to have TJS Alec Marsh hits IL after being hit himself Blake Snell to the IL with abductor strain Merrill Kelly to IL Brayan Bello joins rest of Boston rotation on the IL Triston Casas headed to IL with not-so-fractured rib Lane Thomas hits IL in Washington JP Crawford leaves SS open in Seattle Zach Gelof to the IL in Oakland AJ Puk to the IL, and won't return to the Miami rotation when healthy Call Ups and Downs Heston Kjersted, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Simeon Woods Richardson, Addison Barger, JP France, Jordan Walker, Jackson Holliday FAAB Recommendations by Category Kevin's final thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam and Kevin break down FAAB-related news and bid suggestions for this week's FAAB run. Discussions Young debuts - Kyle Hurt (first MLB start), Jack Leiter (MLB debut), Quinn Priester (2024 debut) Garrett Whitlock hits IL with oblique tightness Yu Darvish to IL with neck tightness Kris Bryant returns to IL with lower back strain, Sean Bouchard takes his place on Rockies' roster Christian Yelich also to the IL with a lower back strain Seiya Suzuki hits IL with oblique strain, Ian Happ leaves Friday's game with hamstring issue Ozzie Albies hits IL with fractured toe Positive notes from Kyle Bradish and Gerrit Cole Dealing with early season slumps: case study - Maikel Garcia FAAB Recomendations: Power - Jesse Winker, Hunter Renfroe, Brent Rooker Speed - Wilyer Abreu, Tyler Wade, Luis García Jr. Opportunity - Sean Bouchard, Matt Mervis Wins & K's - Clarke Schmidt, Yariel Rodríguez, Albert Suarez Ratios - Tyler Anderson, Shelby Miller, A.J. Minter Saves - Griffin Jax, Yimi García, Erik Swanson Wild Card - Conner Capel Kevin's final thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam and Kevin break down FAAB-related news and bid suggestions for this week's FAAB run. This week Todd Whitestone of FTN joins the show to talk FAAB trends over the years, strategy recommendations, and more. FAABing for Treasure Discussions Julio Teheran is out from Mets' rotation Wade Miley back with Brewers' rotation Brandon Lowe dealing with an oblique strain Jackson Holliday makes MLB debut with Orioles Todd's FAAB trends Player recommendations Power - Iván Herrera, Dominic Canzone, Colton Cowser, Gavin Sheets, Edward Olivares Speed - Josh Rojas, Dairon Blanco, Jake McCarthy, David Hamilton, Oliver Dunn, Joey Ortiz Opportunity - Brandon Marsh, Will Brennan, Jurickson Profar Wins and K's - Matt Waldron, Martín Pérez, Cody Poteet, Edward Cabrera, Keaton Winn, Darius Vines Pitching Ratios - Mark Leiter Jr. Nick Sandlin, Ian Hamilton, Justin Slaten Saves - Aroldis Chapman, Jeff Hoffman Wild Card - Reese McGuire Kevin's final thoughts Guest: Todd Whitestone Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam and Kevin break down FAAB-related news and bid suggestions for this week's FAAB run. This week focuses on strategy around the first of two NFBC Cutline and Razzslam FAAB runs coming up this Tuesday Discussions Eury Perez out Shane Bieber out Spencer Strider awaiting treatment options for damaged UCL Julio Teheran joins the Mets' rotation Nick Lodolo, Justin Verlander, Sonny Gray, and Blake Snell are expected to make their 2024 debut this coming week Trevor Story hits IL with dislocated shoulder Geraldo Perdomo awaiting MRI results from his knee Jeimer Candelario returns from hyperextended elbow Eloy Jiménez, Luis Robert Jr.hit IL; Robbie Grossman joins roster Nationals call up Jacob Young to replace Victor Robles Jason Heyward hits the IL; Taylor Trammell brought on to fill the void NFBC Cutline and Razzslam FAAB run is this Tuesday Priorities, strategies, and expected spending amount Weekly FAAB run player recommendations Power - Ryan O'Hearn, Joey Gallo, Seth Brown Speed - Jon Berti, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Kevin Kiermaier Opportunity - Josh H. Smith, Jesse Winker, Brayan Rocchio Wins and K's - Spencer Turnbull, Jake Irvin, Paul Blackburn Pitching Ratios - Josh Sborz, Tyler Alexander, Kyle Gibson Saves - James McArthur, David Robertson Wild Card - Baltimore AAA hitters, Devin Williams, Christian Scott Kevin's Final Thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam and Kevin break down FAAB-related news and bid suggestions for this week's FAAB run. This week, focusing on a few stand-out performances and situations from opening weekend. Discussions Anthony DeSclafani is out for the year Royce Lewis is out with a quad strain, Austin Martin replacing him on the roster Sean Murphy is out with an oblique strain, Chadwick Tromp replacing him on the roster Justin Steele is out with a left hamstring injury, Ben Brown replacing him on the roster Nick Senzel breaks his thumb JT Brubaker traded to the Yankees Opening weekend standouts Esteury Ruiz not starting Abner Uribe getting all the saves José Alvarado getting rocked Cavan Biggio playing all the games J.D. Davis looking comfortable in Oakland Jose Siri is well on his way to his 30-stolen base goal FAAB considerations Power - Miguel Sanó, Nick Martini, Jared Walsh, Rowdy Tellez Speed - Jorge Mateo, Braden Shewmake Opportunity - Oswaldo Cabrera, Cavan Biggio, Ryan Noda, Blaze Alexander, Jared Triolo Wins/Strikeouts - Tanner Houck, Casey Mize, Alec Marsh, Jared Jones, Jakob Junis Ratios - Jonathan Loáisiga, Brock Stewart, John Brebbia Saves - Chad Green, Kevin Ginkel, Jason Foley Wild Card - Connor Joe, Edward Olivares, Nick Pratto Kevin's Final Thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire FAAB # 1 - Adam and Kevin break down the FAAB considerations of the week. This week they do it live from outside the NFBC draft rooms at the Mirage in fabulous Las Vegas. Discussions J.D. Martinez signs with Mets Blue Jays pitching notes - Bowden Francis makes the rotation, Yimi García closing games? Cincinnati trades for Santiago Espinal to cover for injured Matt McLain Jonathan Aranda joins Jonny DeLuca and Josh Lowe on the Rays's injured lineup pieces Matt Manning was demoted, Casey Mize and Reese Olson have jobs Eduardo Rodriguez's uncertainty Emmet Sheehan's uncertainty Michael Lorenzen has himself a rotation spot with Texas Blake Snell joins the Giants Fixing early drafts with FAAB First FAAB considerations - ASK Power (HR, RBI) - Adam Duvall, Joc Pederson, Davis Schneider Speed (R, SB) - Johan Rojas, Brice Turang, Nick Loftin Opportunity (AVG, PA) - Charlie Blackmon, Justin Foscue, Jared Walsh Volume (W, K) - Daniel Hudson, Ryan Weathers, Alec Marsh Ratios (ERA, WHIP) - JP Sears, Casey Mize, Garrett Crochet Saves - Yimi García, Anthony Bender, Abner Uribe/Joel Payamps/Trevor Megill Wild Card - Jared Jones, Victor Scott II, James Wood Wild Card - Colton Cowser, Coby Mayo, Chase DeLauter Kevin's final thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam and Kevin welcome Sara Sanchez to preview the early season matchups and how to take advantage of them in the early goings of 2024. Discussions Dylan Cease traded to San Diego; Drew Thorpe, Jairo Iriarte, Samuel Zavala, and Steven Wilson to White Sox Gerrit Cole out for a bit Gavin Williams, Taj Bradley, Edward Cabrera may miss opening day Adam Duvall returns to Atlanta Michael Kopech enters the bullpen Devin Williams has a few stress fractures; who fills in the 9th in Milwaukee South Korea series starters announced, overall expectations for the two-game series Mapping out the early 2024 matchups Early season streams for... Power - José Abreu, Joey Meneses, Eddie Rosario, Joey Gallo Speed - Tim Anderson, Jake Fraley Pitching Volume - Andrew Heaney, Garrett Whitlock, Tanner Houck Pitching Ratios - Martín Pérez, Marco Gonzales, Logan Allen, Carlos Carrasco Kevin's final thought Guest: Sara Sanchez Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Michael Govier to preview the Wild Card picks we could make in 2024 drafts Discussions Jordan Lyles and the Royals' rotation options Eddie Rosario and his role with the Nationals Sonny Gray could start the season on the IL for the Cardinals Braxton Garrett won't make opening-day roster in Miami Justin Verlander will start season on IL for Houston Lucas Giolito likely out for 2024; how to attach Red Sox rotation with Tanner Houck and Garrett Whitlock Noelvi Marte out first 80 games, impact on Reds' infield Mookie Betts moving to shortstop Nathaniel Lowe has an oblique strain, could join Corey Seager and Josh Jung in missing from opening day Rangers' lineup Joey Votto invited to Blue Jay's Spring Training Drafting Wild Card-type players in 2024 drafts Late-round Wild Card picks Rookie Stashes - Jackson Merrill, Davis Schneider Hitter Skills Over Role - Ezequiel Duran, Jose Miranda, Jared Triolo Starting Pitcher Without a Job - Ben Brown, Louie Varland, Roansy Contreras, Casey Mize, Ryan Yarbrough Closer In Waiting - Aroldis Chapman, Hunter Harvey, Abner Uribe Kevin's Final Thoughts Guest: Michael Govier Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Joe Orrico to preview the pitching volume categories (W, K) for 2024 drafts Discussions: Josh Lowe with hip inflammation Andrew Wantz moving to the Angels' rotation? Robert Stephenson hurt, Carlos Estévez is [still] the closer in Anaheim Matt Brash is hurt, or is he? Sam Hilliard returns to Colorado Tristan Beck diagnosed with an aneurysm Manuel Margot traded (again) to the Twins Brandon Crawford signs with St. Louis Anthony DeSclafani is behind Drafting with Wins and Strikeouts in mind in 2024 drafts Open-ended ASK - Late round W and K options edition Jon Gray, Louie Varland, JP Sears, Frankie Montas, Aaron Ashby, Luis Severino, Chris Paddack Guest: Joe Orrico Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Marty Tallman to preview the speed categories (R, SB) for 2024 drafts Discussions: KC trades David Sandin to Boston for reliever John Schreiber Boston fills bullpen spot by signing Liam Hendriks Minor league deals of the week: Yu Chang, Dominic Smith, Luke Voit, Ji Man Choi Depth signings: Amed Rosario, Tim Anderson, Whit Merrifield, Gio Urshella Outfield signings: David Peralta, Randal Grichuk Kodai Senda, Kyle Bradish won't start the season on time with various injuries Baltimore rotation added hit with John Means behind schedule Josh Jung with calf strain; Tommy Edman is not cleared to hit or throw Who is Marty and what does he do? Drafting with speed in mind ASK (Avoid, Stream, Keep) - Last round stolen base edition Amed Rosario vs Exequiel Duran vs Austin Hays Brandon Marsh vs Alek Thomas vs Jake Cronenworth Cavan Biggio vs Matt Vierling vs Luis Matos Last-round Runs targets Middle Infield Davis Schneider, Brendan Rodgers Corner Infield DJ LeMahieu, Nolan Schanuel Outfield Kyle Isbel, Andrew Benintendi Last minute news item: Austin Nola signs with Kansas City Kevin's final words Guest: Marty Tallman Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Mike Carter to preview the Saves category for 2024 drafts Discussions: Will teams be afraid of the Billy Eppler suspension? Does the Brandon Marsh surgery open door for Johan Rojas? Jonathan India's "extension" and the Cincinnati infield Yasmani Grandal's impact on Henry Davis in Pittsburgh Spencer Turnbull's role in Philadelphia Jesse Winker or Luis Perdomo carving out a role in Washington? Jung Hoo Lee leading off, Jorge Soler providing power in San Francisco Miguel Vargas comes into camp as an outfielder White Sox bring in Mike Moustakas on minor league deal What is Mike doing over at MLBPlayingTime.com Drafting with batting average and potential playing time in mind for 2024 drafts Last-round picks to help in batting average and potential playing time Catcher Patrick Bailey, Ivan Herrera Middle Infield Orlando Arcia, Joey Ortiz Corner Infield Nolan Schanuel, Nick Senzel Outfield Harold Ramirez, Garrett Mitchell Wild Card Alex Kiriloff, Justin Foscue Guest: Mike Kurland Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Mike Carter to preview the Saves category for 2024 drafts Discussions: Clayton Kershaw coming back to Los Angeles, but when? Bradley Zimmer to Colorado on a minor league contract Gary Sánchez backing up in Milwaukee Jakob Junis joins Brewers' rotation Ethan Small lands in San Francisco White Sox making trades Bobby Witt Jr. gets largest contract in Royals' history. How are we prioritizing Saves in 2024 drafts ASK (Avoid/Stream, Stash/Keep) - Saves edition James McArthur Will Smith Nick Anderson Mason Miller Carlos Estévez Kyle Finnegan Yennier Cano Yuki Matsui Matt Brash David Robertson Scott Barlow Kevin Ginkel Orion Kerkering Garrett Whitlock Prelander Berroa Kevin's final thoughts Guest: Mike Carter Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Eric Samulski to preview the pitching ratio categories (ERA, WHIP) for 2024 drafts Discussions: Corbin Burnes traded to Baltimore; Joey Ortiz and DL Hall to Milwaukee Minor League deals worth watching? (Christian Arroyo, Matt Duffy, Jared Walsh, Carlos Carrasco, Cole Tucker, Nick Solak, Greg Allen) David Robertson in Texas; Hector Neris in Chicago - either taking over for José Leclerc or Adbert Alzolay? Joc Pederson to Arizona Trey Cabbage DFA'd by Anaheim, traded to Houston. Aaron Hicks signs with Angels Adam Frazier to Kansas City Alex Wood signs with Athletics Colt Keith signs pre-debut extension with Tigers Justin Turner heads to Toronto Seattle aquires Jorge Polanco, send Anthony DeSclafani, Justin Topa to Minnesota Corey Seager has surgery to repair sports hernia Drafting with ERA and WHIP in mind 12-team last round picks options to help with pitching ratios JP Sears, Garrett Whitlock, Logan Allen, Matt Manning, Brusdar Graterol, Jason Adam Kevin's final thoughts Guest: Eric Samulski Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by John Laghezza to preview the power categories (HR, RBI) for 2024 drafts. Discussions: Robert Stephenson says he's not the closer in Anaheim Miguel Sanó vs Trey Mancini Joey Gallo goes to Washington James Paxton comes down with Dodgeritis Aroldis Chapman setting up David Bednar in Pittsburgh Rhys Hoskins heads to Milwaukee Drafting power in 2024 Last-round (12-teamers) power picks Corner Infielders - J.D. Davis, Ty France Middle Infielders - Davis Schneider, Jake Cronenworth Outfielders - Hunter Renfroe, Adam Duvall Guest: John Laghezza Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Pitcher List Director of Analytics Kyle Bland to talk PLV Projections, differences in ADP rankings, and what's coming next ***Head to FACTORMEALS.com/otw50 and use code OTW50 to get 50% off*** Discussions Michael Busch, you are now a Cub Jordan Hicks: San Francisco Giants' STARTING pitcher? Yarial Rodriguez signs in Toronto Marcus Stroman makes nice with Brian Cashman and becomes a Yankee Matt Carpenter returns to St. Louis Josh Hader set to fight it out with Ryan Pressly in Houston Kyle Bland breaks down the PLV powered Pitcher List projections PLV Projections vs ADP ranks; buys and fades Pitchers JP Sears Zach Eflin Chase Silseth Walker Buehler Catchers Luis Campusano William Contreras Shea Langeliers J.T. Realmuto Corner Infielders Ty France Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Max Muncy Gunnar Henderson Middle Infielders Brendan Rodgers Jose Altuve Edouard Julien Anthony Volpe Outfielders Jeff McNeil Andrew Benintendi Mike Trout Ezequiel Duran Lane Thomas Kevin's Final Thoughts Guest: Kyle Bland Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting talk about some interesting Steamer 600 projections Discussions: Shota Imanaga signs with Cubs Teoscar Hernández signs with Dodgers Sean Manaea signs with Mets Zach Plesac signs with Angels White Sox making Garrett Crochet a starter Elieser Hernández signs minor league deal with Dodgers Noticeable Steamer 600 projections Kevin's final thoughts Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting talk recent news and look for later-round targets that could join the 20-24 club Discussions: Did the Padres get another closer in Woo Suk Go? Boston trades Chris Sale to Atlanta, and receives Vaughn Grissom in return Seattle trades Robbie Ray to San Francisco, and gets Anthony DeSclafani and Mitch Haniger in return Seattle also acquires Luke Raley Jr., sending José Caballero to Tampa Bay Tampa sending Andrew Kittredge to St. Louis for Richie Palacios Harrison Bader signs one-year deal with Mets Frankie Montas signs one-year deal with Cincinnati Brett Phillips joining the White Sox Arizona deepens its bench with Kevin Newman and Tucker Barnhart Colorado brings in Dakota Hudson and Jacob Stallings 2023 20-20 club 2024 Steamer projected 20-20 club Kevin's 2024 20-24 club targets post round 10 Kevin's final thought Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting talk recent news, free agents waiting for a new home, and players traded to new teams Discussions: Impact of new rules in 2024 Yoshinobu Yamamoto signs with Dodgers Kevin Kiermaier and Isiah Kiner-Falefa sign with Toronto Martin Maldonado joins White Sox Mitch Garver signs two year deal with Sattle Francisco Mejia gets Spring Training invite by Angels Yankees trade Estevan Florial to Guardians for reliever Cody Morris Shelby Miller to Detroit; Tim Hill signs with White Sox ASK (Avoid Stream Keep), free agents edition ASK (Avoid Stream Keep), traded edition Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by 2023 OTW Listener League co-champion Adam Lazarus to talk recent news, winning the 2023 OTW Listener League, and 2024 draft comparisons. Discussions: Royals roundup - Michael Wacha, Hunter Renfroe in; Edward Olivares, Taylor Clarke out Rangers' lose Max Scherzer, add Tyler Mahle Matt Carpenter moves to Atlanta, just to be cut Lourdes Gurriel Jr. staying in Arizona Jack Flaherty headed to Detroit Tyler Glasnow, Manny Margot headed to LA; Ryan Pepiot and Jonny DeLuca to Tampa Bay Trevor Gott to Oakland; Yuki Matsui to San Diego - do either close games? Milwaukee moves - Eric Haase in, Adrian Houser and Tyrone Taylor out to New York Adam Lazarus talks about his fantasy history and winning the 2023 OTW Listener League overall Gift or Coal - comparing drastic differences in draft spots between the November and December 12-team listener league drafts Catchers - Keibert Ruiz, Tyler Stephenson, Danny Jansen Infielders - Jackson Holliday, Nathaniel Lowe, Nolan Gorman, Edouard Julien, Outfielders - Cedric Mullins, Esteury Ruiz, Kerry Carpenter, Taylor Ward, MJ Melendez, Pitchers - Justin Verlander, Dylan Cease, Shane Bieber, Nick Lodolo, Seth Lugo, Post Round 20 Ceddanne Rafaela Bryan De La Cruz Willi Castro Brent Rooker Austin Hays Alek Thomas Whit Merrifield Alex Verdugo Alejandro Kirk Michael Wacha Jameson Taillon Guest: Adam Lazarus Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSS Join: PL+ | PL Pro Proud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network