Rotowire Fantasy Baseball Podcast

Fred Pinkie and Jeff Erickson with their first 2022 podcast together cover early draft results, Fred's reaction to the ADP of Mike Trout and Yordan Alvarez, and early closer prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Erickson and Scott Jenstad return to their usual Monday slot and talk lockout, draft prep, early draft trends and break down some old faces heading to new places. Follow us on Twitter: @Jeff_Erickson I @ScottJenstad I @RotoWire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The worst analysis Phil has heard this offseason How he approaches KDS How Phil puts his projections together James gets Phil to change the way he projects minor leaguers Phil weighs in on some fantasy baseball strategy truisms Burnes vs. Ohtani Trout vs. Marte Phil's SP3 and SP4 Draft Champions strategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James, Toby (@batflipcrazy) and Dave (@RunDMcD) go team-by-team (in order of ADP) and discuss the best catchers to target, particularly in 2-catcher NFBC leagues.KC Sal Perez (ADP 40) – all ADP from January 15-team Draft Champions MJ Melendez (383) PHIJ.T. Realmuto (50)LADWill Smith (66)AZ Daulton Varsho (97) Carson Kelly (289) CWSYasmani Grandal (110)CHC Willson Contreras (123) Yan Gomes (345) CINTyler Stephenson (155)WASKeibert Ruiz (160)BALAdley Rutschman (190)MIN Mitch Garver (205) Ryan Jeffers (447) ATL Travis d’Arnaud (216) Manny Pina (519) William Contreras (620) BOS Christian Vazquez (229) Kevin Plawecki (579) TOR Alejandro Kirk (239) Danny Jansen (306) Gabriel Moreno (461) OAKSean Murphy (242)NYY Gary Sanchez (260) Kyle Higashioka (585) COL Elias Diaz (261) Dom Nunez (572) TB Mike Zunino (273) Francisco Mejia (395) MIL Omar Narvaez (277) Pedro Severino (469) STLYadier Molina (287)LAAMax Stassi (301)SF Joey Bart (303) Curt Casali (607) NYMJames McCann (313)SD Austin Nola (326) Jorge Alfaro (389) Luis

James Anderson and Michael Simione (@SPStreamer) each give 10 players at these positions (C, 1B, 2B, 3B, SS, OF, OF, SP, SP, RP) who are not on their redraft boards for 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How much to regress Marcus Semien after a career year What kind of power/speed production to expect from Wander Franco In or out on Jacob deGrom, Shane Bieber and Chris Sale Drafting early closers Will Camilo Doval break out as the Giants' closer Christian Yelich vs. Cody Bellinger (drink) What will Jarred Kelenic do in 2022 Does Willy Adames repeat with the Brewers Will Vidal Brujan get enough playing time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Eddy (@MattEddyBA) discusses his Devers/Cole/Lindor start, getting the No. 3 overall prospect in the fourth round, what scouts are saying about Marcelo Mayer and Elly de la Cruz James makes his third-round pick in a $400 NFBC Draft Champions live on the air Jake Devereaux (@DevJake) discusses playing for Year 2, his back-to-back wins in TDGX2, why Triston Casas is a top 10 prospect, a potential role change for Garrett Whitlock and why James may have reached on Tanner Houck Jordan Rosenblum (@RosenJordanBlum) discusses why he's so high on Spencer Torkelson, his much-discussed pairing of four old aces, how he utilizes projection systems, and staying on brand with Alejandro Kirk Michael Richards (@MPRichards1981) discusses how his dynasty approach has changed, overcoming past biases with Cedric Mullins, buying low on Andrew Vaughn and Corbin Carroll's path to being the No. 1 prospect Nate Handy (@pitchingspecs) discusses why Luis Robert was an easy call with the eighth pick, going against the grain with hi

Phil Goyette (@PhilOfSports) discusses his first-round selection of Jacob deGrom, his win-now strategy, getting Jonathan India in the fourth round and some underrated hitting prospects with strong power projections. Chris Maher (@BaseballPods) talks about using the mock to update his top 500 dynasty rankings and discusses why Manny Machado is underrated, pivoting to older players, getting in at the end of the closer run and his love for Austin Wells. James Anderson (@RealJRAnderson) discusses his leap of faith with Cody Bellinger in the fourth round, driving the Jesus Sanchez bandwagon, gambling on Luis Severino and Tanner Houck, and why he loves Nick Yorke and Rowdy Tellez. Jake Wiener (@GatorSosa) talks about buying low on post-hype players, the need to not forget about early pitching, Daulton Varsho's upside, why he's still in on Casey Mize and why Daniel Espino might be his favorite pitching prospect. You can check out the RotoWire Dynasty Mock here. You can see James's updated dynasty rankings here. Lea

Matt Williams (@MattWi77iams) discusses his Mookie Betts/Xander Bogaerts 1-2 start, Freddy Peralta's ceiling and his risky pitching staff. Dylan White (@The__Arrival) discusses how his projections inform his draft strategy, getting sniped on Shane Baz, a willingness to pay up for catchers and closers and why Luis Garcia (WAS) is just scratching the surface of his potential. Chris Clegg (@RotoClegg) discusses his Sandy Alcantara/Max Fried 1-2 rotation punch, taking Josh Jung inside the top 100, having a win-now mentality and avoiding pitching prospects. Lucas Biery (@lucasbiery33) discusses his hitter-heavy build, playing for Year 2 and getting high-upside hitting prospects in the middle rounds. Mark Barry (@hoodieandtie) discusses why he took Wander Franco at 1.11, buying distressed assets and his three-headed pitching monster. The RotoWire Dynasty Mock can be found here. James Anderson wrote about the mock and his fully updated dynasty rankings here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co

Update on the #RotoWireDynastyMock Latest on Kristian Robinson Caleb Kilian trending up Dynasty draft strategy Late draft-and-hold prospect targets Best catchers for young pitchers When to trade prospects in a dynasty rebuild Wander Franco vs. Bo Bichette Top 5 prospects heading into 2023 Busch Light or Hazy IPAs? Gabriel Moreno moving to 3B? Cristian Santana helium What to expect from Josh Jung Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Early drafting vs. late drafting Aces and bases The shallowest position other than catcher When to take your first closer Lots of strategy talk Some gut calls Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Traditional Thanksgiving food can be good Welsh gives a legitimate AFL sleeper Does it matter that Juan Yepez performed well in the AFL? James and Chris had some good pre-AFL calls Nick Gonzales makes a statement with his bat How many fantasy categories will Marco Luciano help in Buy high on Nick Yorke? Is now the time to cash out Oneil Cruz? Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James and Paul discuss the pitching prospects featured in James's most recent Farm Futures article. For a free 10-day trial to RotoWire, go to RotoWire.com/pod Shane Baz's early ADP Where Paul has been taking Joe Ryan in early drafts People are still familiarizing themselves with Aaron Ashby Why spring training performance matters for young pitchers Which high-upside pitchers to watch in spring training A big-time sleeper in Cleveland's organization Four pitchers who will be FAAB monsters in season Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The hitting prospects covered are all featured in James's latest Farm Futures article. Get a free trial at RotoWire.com/pod Is the price tag too high for Bobby Witt Jr.? When will Julio Rodriguez be up? Spencer Torkelson vs. Riley Greene Is there room in St. Louis for Nolan Gorman? Clear path for Bryson Stott Two draft and hold targets from the Cleveland and Pittsburgh systems Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Geoff's new job at Baseball America His new process for ranking hitters Oneil Cruz hype SZN The data on Hunter Greene's pitches Coby Mayo rank envy Colton Cowser debate Are Steven Kwan and Vinnie Pasquantino as good as their stats? How low should we rank Garrett Mitchell? Jordan Groshans debate Elly De La Cruz's rank Razz30 origin story (the pot was decent) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FYPD Tendencies Which high school shortstop goes No. 1? Bret loves prep players Jesse in sniper mode When to take Harry Ford? The closest thing to Aaron Judge A late-round lefty with Trevor Rogers similarities Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hitters Spencer Torkelson Triston Casas Curtis Mead Brett Baty JJ Bleday Kameron Misner Backfields: Wilman Diaz, Rayne Doncon, Wes KathPitchers Slade Cecconi MacKenzie Gore Backfields: Frank Mozzicato Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best Hitter Candidates Spencer Torkelson Triston Casas Nolan Gorman Long Shot Best Hitter Candidates Nick Gonzales Joey Wiemer Bryson Stott Juan Yepez Curtis Mead Best Pitcher Candidates Roansy Contreras Bobby Miller Long Shot Best Pitcher Candidates Landon Knack Cole Henry Breakout Candidates Ryan Kreidler Buddy Kennedy Nelson Velazquez Carlos Cortes Eguy Rosario Leo Jimenez James Outman Owen White Back From Injury CJ Abrams Pedro Leon Slade Cecconi Abner Uribe Low Expectations Marco Luciano Joe Gray JJ Bleday Heriberto Hernandez MacKenzie Gore Asa Lacy Jeter Downs Ezequiel Tovar Yoelqui Cespedes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cedric Mullins vs. Jarred Kelenic Buy, sell or hold Cody Bellinger? Where will Christian Yelich be going in 2022 drafts? Fading Marcus Semien in 2022 Anthony Volpe = Gavin Lux 2.0? Ian grills James on some top prospects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Erickson and Scott Jenstad wrap up the 2021 fantasy baseball season by discussing how their teams ended up finishing, talking about what they are working on for 2022 and previewing the upcoming MLB playoffs. Follow us on Twitter: @Jeff_Erickson I @ScottJenstad I @RotoWire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.