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Fantasy Baseball Live – February 8, 2026 @ 1 pm ETSegment 1 – News and Notes1.The Reds sign Eugenio Suarez for a one-year, $15 million contract. He mostly played third base last season, but with future HOFer Ke’Bryan Hayes there, I guess he’ll be the full-time DH.a.Thoughts?b.In looking at their lineup, Spencer Steer or Sal Stewart is going to lose playing time. Steer is 28 and is one year removed from a 20-20 season, but with serious concerns about how much he’ll hit, and Sal Stewart is a rookie, although he looked great in his debut last season. How does this shake out?2.The Red Sox sign Isiah Kiner-Falefa to a one-year, $6 million contract. Is this just depth or is this a message that Marcelo Mayer needs to hit?a.What happened to Kristian Campbell?3.The Padres sign Miguel Andujar for $1.5 million, and in looking at their roster. Is he going to get enough at-bats at DH to make him a sneaky late-round grab? He’s an afterthought in drafts at an ADP of 601.4.The Yankees re-sign Paul Goldschmidt, and in reading details of the signing, the Yankees were not the only suitor. He’s far from the player he was, but should I be worried that he could steal at-bats away from Ben Rice?a.If so, do you discount Rice at the draft table?5.Finally, the Tigers had an eventful and expensive week. First they lost their arbitration hearing with Skubal, which cost of them $32 million and they signed Framber Valdez to a big three-year deal.a.I guess if there were worries about them moving Skubal, that appears to be unlikely. Thoughts on Tigers this season?Segment 2 – Fantasy Questions of the AL WestThe Athletics1.Denzel Clarke looks like he will get the first shot at center field. Do you like Clarke or Colby Thomas to get the bulk of the at-bats?a.Does it even matter?2.Outside of Nick Kurtz, which two Athletics are you most interested in rostering?3.We now have data on the first year at Sutter Park in Sacremento and it ranked as the second best ballpark to hit in after Coors Field.a.Luis Severino had a 3.02 ERA away from Sutter and a whopping 6.01 ERA at home. I grabbed him in the 31st round of my NFBC Draft Champions League and was going to do the Home/Away game. Dumb idea?b.The ballpark factor does not bode well for young rookies like Luis Morales and Gage Jump. Thoughts?4.Who gets the saves for A’s?5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Houston Astros1.After a great spring training, Cam Smith wasn’t very good. In 134 games, he hit nine home runs and stole eight bases while hitting .236. In Spring Training, he hit .342 with four home runs and 15 games. a.Is this a reminder to ignore spring training stats?b.Also, do you see 2026 as a growth year for Smith? If so, could he become a 15+ home run guy with 10+ stolen bases?2.Yordan Alvarez – Over/Under 400 at-bats?3.Stat line for Tatsuya Imai – IP, K’s, ERA and wins – 165, 180K, 3.50 ERA, 10 wins4.Christian Javier was a horse, and then 2024 came, and he had TJS. He struggled in his returns, but the fastball was back and the change-up was as good as ever. He doesn’t throw particularly hard, but his xERA was 3.36 last season.a.Any interest?5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Los Angeles Angels1.Nolan Schanuel – Over/Under 15 home runs?a.Everyone thought he would hit, and while he makes great contact, his low hard-hit rate drives his BABIP down, and he hit .264 with a .263 xBA. How can you start this guy at first base?2.After Zach Neto and Jo Adel, give me two players you are interested in drafting from the Angels and why.3.Reid Detmers' stat line for 2026 – IP, Ks, ERAa.Detmers or Alek Manoah – who would you rather roster?4.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Seattle Mariners1.Cal Raleigh will hit closer to 40 home runs or 60 home runs in 2026.2.Dominic Canzone or Victor Robles – Who would you rather roster and why?3.Which one of Colt Emerson or Kade Anderson do we see in 2026? Or, do we see both?a.I know you’re not a big Emerson fan, but I think he’s going to be very good when he gets up – hint, I think we see him in the first half4.I can’t think of a good pitching question – but, WOW, what a staff?5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Texas Rangers1.Wyatt Langford – 2026 stat line – HR, SB, Runs, RBIs, and BA2.It’s hard to say that Evan Carter is a bust, but so far, he’s been a disappointment. He’s still going as a number five outfielder – pick #71. Are you going to be one of those managers?3.I don’t believe we talked about Josh Jung much last season or even when we did your third base rankings. He actually was somewhat healthy last season – 131 games, but hit 14 home runs and a SLG of .390. What happened?a.Is he of interest to you in upcoming drafts?4.Are you ready to trust Jack Leiter?5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)

Tim and RIch finish up their preview of the outfield for the 2026 season

Fantasy Baseball Live – February 1, 2026 – 3 pm ETSegment 1 – News and Notes1.The Giants agree on a one year deal for Luis Arraez. While the adage that there is no bad deal, I’m not sure what this does for the Giants except block Casey Schmitt – but maybe he’s not much better. Is there anything here for fantasy managers?2.The Giants also sign Harrison Bader. Any interest?3.The White Sox sign Seranthony Dominguez. I know the White Sox have said that they will make Grant Taylor a multi-inning reliever, so I’m assuming Dominguez is the closer. How are you handicapping the closer situation in Chicago?a.Also, the White Sox sign Austin Hays which push Luisangel Acuna to a utility role. Thoughts?Segment 2 – Outfield Rankings for the 2026 Season1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?2.We will break down the top 45 in detail. Then, go through the next 30 in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.3.Which player not in the Top 15 has a chance to emerge there next season?4.Which Top 15 player will not be there next season?5.Give me a couple of sleepers6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

The following players are discussed:1. Jacob Melton (OF)2. Brice Matthews (2B)3. Kevin Alvarez (OF)4. Xavier Neyens (SS)5. Walker Janek (C)6. Zach Cole (OF)7. Ethan Frey (OF)8. Joseph Sullivan (OF)9. Bryce Mayer (RHP)10. AJ Blubaugh (RHP)

Fantasy Baseball Live – January 25, 2026 – 3:00pmMicrosoft TeamsSegment 1 – News and Notes1.The Braves get bad news this week as Ha-Seong Kim suffered a hand injury and will miss at least the first half of the season. Are the Braves really going to battle with Mauricio Dubon at shortstop?a.If so, how much does his value increase?2.The White Sox finally trade Luis Roberts – moving him to the Mets IF/OF Luisangel Acuna and RHP Truman Pauleya.The deal felt a little light for me, but maybe Roberts is more famous than good, posting a sub .300 OBP the last two seasons. He did steal 33 bases in 2025. i.Does this give him a new lease with a chance to produce the 38-20 season he did in 2023, or was that just an outlier?ii.Acuna is slated to start in center field and if true, I’m assuming his draft value goes up?1.Stat line for 2026: AB, HR, SB, and BAiii.Let’s compare the Mets lineup to the Dodgers.3.The Mets also acquired Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers from the Brewers for SS Jett Williams and RHP Brandon Sproat.a.WOW – huge trade as the Brewers once again move an ace pitcher with one more year of team control. However, unlike their 2024 deal to the Orioles for Corbin Burnes, they get two high-end prospects. Thoughts on the deal?b.Does Sproat start the season in the Brewers rotation? If not, when do you see him up?c.How long until Williams is in Milwaukee to either play shortstop or center field?4.The Rangers acquired MacKenzie Gore for five prospects – SS Gavin Fein, RHP Alejandro Rosario, 1B Abimelec Ortiz, SS Devin Fitz-Gerald, and OF Yeremy Cabreraa.This one is a quantity deal for the Nationals as only Ortiz is near-ready for the big leagues. What do you think of the deal?Segment 2 – Fantasy Questions of the NL WestLos Angeles Dodgers1.Andy Pages is a divisive player coming into 2026. He looked pretty good during the season, but in the playoffs, he was awful. He’s the 29th outfielder off the board. Too high, too low, or just right?2.Does Dalton Rushing get enough at-bats to be rostered in 2026? His ADP is 403 (27th round).3.Hyesong Kim didn’t play much last season, but is penciled into the starting second base position entering the 2026 season. Over/Under 30 home runs/stolen bases in 2026?a.His ADP is 443 – 39th second baseman off the board.4.One fallout of the Edwin Diaz signing is that Roki Sasaki will not start the season as the closer. He’s listed as the Dodgers' 6th starter. He’s the 79th pitcher off the board; let’s call it a Top 60 pitcher. Does that feel good to you? Too high, too low?a.We will look at other pitchers going around where his is going.5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)San Diego Padres1.Jackson Merrill – 2026 stat line – AB, HR, SB, and BA2.Ramon Laureano finally broke the stigma of not being able to hit right-handed pitching. He posted the same batting average against both arms and hit 15 of his 24 home runs against right-handed pitching. After the trade to San Diego, he kept on hitting – 9 home runs in the last two months.a.Are you buying this breakout?b.The NBFC really isn’t as he’s the 55th outfielder off the board.3.I think I recall you willing to take a flyer on Sung Mun Song. Is that still your take?4.Joe Musgrove will cost you an 18th-round pick. Are you interested?5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)San Francisco Giants1.Bryce Eldridge is listed as the starting DH in San Francisco. Will this play out?a.Over/Under 400 ABs in 20262.Will Drew Gilbert get enough playing time to make a difference in 2026?3.Luis Matos hit eight home runs in 57 games last season. He makes great contact with solid exit velocity and launch angle data. There’s even average speed?a.Is he a little undervalued with an ADP of 600?4.Landen Roupp (417) or Kai-Wei Teng (627). Who would you rather draft in a Draft and Hold League?5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Close

Rich releases his Top 100 Prospects in baseball

Tim interviews Rich about the Dodgers, Padres, and Giants prospects.

Segment 1 – News and Notes1.    The Dodgers made a splash by signing Kyle Tucker to the largest AAV in history – 4 years and $240 million with opt-outs after 2027 and 2028.8.a.    A lot of people are upset about the dominance of the Dodgers.  “They are ruining baseball!”  What say you?b.    Were you surprised that Tucker signed a shorter deal but for more money?c.    The odd thing is that he’s not even the best player on the team, maybe not even the top 3 players on the team.d.    I don’t see any playing time loss for anyone with the exception of a potential delay in the arrival of Josue DePaula or Zyhir Hope.  Do you see anything?2.    The Mets were spurned by Tucker and pivoted to Bo Bichette, signing him to a massive three-year, $126 million deal with a unique opt-out clause.  He can opt out after each year, and if he does, the Mets have to pay him a $5 million bonus. a.    $42 million a year for Bichette?  Thoughts on the signing?b.    He’ll likely play third base.  Who sits out of Baty or Vientos?c.    Also, I think Jett Williams needs to learn the outfield, plus, with the Mets not getting Tucker, Benge is still safe – for now.  Thoughts?3.    A small but interesting, three-way trade was pulled off by the Angles, Rays and Reds.  The Rays sent Josh Lowe to the Angels and Gavin Lux to the Rays, with the Reds acting as the intermediary. The Angels shipped RHP Chris Clark to Tampa Bay and LHP Brock Burke to Cincinnati.a.    Who’s value goes up more?  Lowe, Lux, or neither?b.    Does this open a chance for Jacob Melton in Tampa?c.    Will Lux ever be more than an afterthought?Segment 2 – Third Base Rankings for the 2026 Season1.    How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?2.    We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail.  Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail.  We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.3.    Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?4.    Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?5.    Give me a couple of sleepers6.    Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

Tim interviews Rich about the D-Backs and Rockies prospects

Fantasy Baseball Live – January 11, 2026 – 3:00pmMicrosoft TeamsPodcastSunday, January 11, 20263:00 PM - 4:30 PMhttps://teams.live.com/meet/9360960458392?p=wO31KjtHU9wOTPVZVJSegment 1 – News and Notes1.The Cubs trade for Edward Cabrera, sending OF Owen Caissie, SS/2B Christian Hernandez, and 2B/3B Edgardo De Leona.I wrote a long note to our Patreon members after the trade was finalized, so I won’t reiterate my views. But, what is your take?i.Does Eddie Cabrera go up or down in your rankings or stay the same?ii.I’m assuming Caissie goes up, as he should get a chance to play. What’s your take?2.The Cubs also make news, signing Alex Bregman to a long 5-year deal. This one has a lot of ramifications, as it was reported that the Red Sox really wanted to re-sign him.a.What happens to Matt Shaw? It’s been widely reported, and I’ve heard from my contact that the Cubs are not happy with Shaw. I’ve heard he’s difficult to work with, and the Cubs were not happy when he took a day off in September to attend the Charlie Kirk memorial. b.Who plays third for the Red Sox? Do they double down on signing Bo Bichette or go with some combination of Marcelo Mayer and Kristian Campbell3.The Rockies acquire Jake McCarthy on Saturday for RHP Josh Grosza.I know it’s the Rockies, but does McCarthy get a jump in value? RosterResource lists him as the starting right fielder.b.It’s a bit of a bummer for Dynasty League owners waiting for Zac Veen and Sterlin Thompason to get a shot. It could even gum up the works for Cole Carrigg. Your thoughts?c.I saw Josh Grosz pitch with the Yankees last season in High-A. Fastball sat 93 to 94 MPH and was pretty flat with average secondaries. He does get a new lease with the Diamondbacks, but he’s not someone I’d be running out to grab in Dynasty Leagues.4.My draft has slowed to a crawl. I’ll share some of my mid-round picks.Segment 2 – Shortstop Rankings for the 2026 Season1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?2.We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail. Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?5.Give me a couple of sleepers6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

The following players are discussed:1. Leo De Vries (SS)2. Gage Jump (LHP)3. Tommy White (3B)4. Jamie Arnold (LHP)5. Wei-En Lin (LHP)6. Devin Taylor (OF)7. Henry Bolte (OF)8. Junior Perez (OF)9. Henry Baez (RHP)10. Daniel Susac (C)

Fantasy Baseball Live – January 4, 2026 – 3:00pmMicrosoft TeamsSegment 1 – Introduction and News and Notes – It was Asian Week1.The Astros sign to a three-year, $54 million contract with an opt-out after each season.a.Please tell us about him and give us a stat line for 2026 – GS, wins, ERA, Ks2.The Blue Jays sign Kazuma Okamato to a four-year, $60 contract – no opt outs.a.I can’t remember, was this the player you liked better than Murakami?b.Let us about him.3.The Angels sign Kirby Yates.a.Who is the closer in Los Angeles and does Yates have a chance for some saves?4.Mercifully, Anthony Rendon retired from baseball. a.He was paid $245 million and had 224 hits in 257 games for the Angels. Just wow!Segment 2 – Let’s review my first few rounds of my NFBC Draft and Hold Draft.Segment 3 – Second Base Ranking for 2026 Season1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?2.We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail. Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?5.Give me a couple of sleepers6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?Close

The following players are discussed:1. Bryce Eldridge (1B)2. Josuar Gonzalez (SS)3. Jhonny Level (SS)4. Gavin Klien (2B)5. Luis De La Torre (LHP)6. Bo Davidson (OF)7. Carson Whisenhunt (LHP)8. Joe Whitman (LHP)9. Dakota Jordan (OF)10. Blade Tidwell (RHP)

Tim interviews Rich on the prospects of the Yankees, Rays and Blue Jays

Segment 1 – Fantasy Questions of the NL West – Diamondbacks and RockiesArizona Diamondbacks1.Geraldo Perdomo broke out in a big way in 2025 with 20 home runs, 27 stolen bases, and a .290 batting average. The data suggests being wary of repeats in power and speed. What do you say?2.Jordan Lawlar – AB, HR, SB, and BA3.Are the Diamondbacks going to go to war with Alek Thomas in center field and Blaze Alexander in left field? If so, do you have any interest in either?4.I’ve got Brandon Pfaadt wrong, as I thought he would be more than a 5.25 ERA pitcher. Any hope, or should I just move on?5.How many waiver wire articles will Kevin Ginkle make this year? – Over/Under - 26.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Colorado Rockies1.Brenton Doyle – HR, SB, and BA for 2026a.He’s going as the 37th outfielder off the board. We will look around to see if it’s too high or too low.2.Kyle Karros (574), Zac Veen (494) and Adael Amador (590).a.According to RosterResource, they all will start the year with a job. Order them in how you would draft them. Do you have any real interest in any of them?3.Victor Vodnik has the Closer gig, I think. Uhh…you interested?4.How many wins do the Rockies get in 2026 – they were 43-119 in 20255.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Segment 2 – News and Notes1.The Athletics trade for Jeff McNeil, with the Mets receiving Yordan Rodriguez.a.a. The Mets pay 5.75 million of McNeil’s contract, and it appears he will slot in at second base. Any interest? Would you have rather seen Darrel Hernaiz get some at-bats?b.b. Yordan Rodriguez is a young 17-year-old RHP with a fastball that can touch the mid-90s.2.The Marlins sign Pete Fairbanksa.The Marlins needed a closer and signed Fairbanks. I guess they think they can compete. What say you?3.The Pirates sign Ryan O’Hearna.The Pirates are continuing to get better, maybe marginally, but this feels like what the Royals did two years ago when they signed several mid-level Major Leaguers and did ok. Your thoughts?

The following players are discussed:1. Ethan Salas (C)2. Kruz Schoolcraft (LHP)3. Kash Mayfield (LHP)4. Ty Harvey (C)5. Jorge Quintana (SS)6. Tucker Musgrove (RHP)7. Bradgley Rodriguez (RHP)8. Miguel Mendez (RHP)9. Tirso Ornelas (OF)10. Victor Lizarraga (RHP)

The following players were discussed:1. Josue De Paula (OF)2. Zyhir Hope (OF)3. Eduardo Quintero (OF)4. River Ryan (RHP)5. Mike Sirota (OF)6. James Tibbs (OF)7. Charles Davalan (OF)8. Ching-Hsien Ko  (OF)9. Joendry Vargas (SS)10. Alex Freeland (SS)

Tim interviews Rich about the Orioles and Red Sox systems.

Segment 1 – Introduction and News and Notes1.Tim’s finished his draft:a.13 - Sal Stewart, 14 – Danny Palcencia, 14, Otto Lopez (MI), 16, Andrew Abbott, 17 – Robby Snelling, 18 – Riley O’Brien (St. Louis), 19 – Kodai Senga, 20 – Garrett Whitlock2.The White Sox win the Murakami sweepstakes, signing the Japanese 26-year-old to a two-year, $34 million contract.a.Thoughts?3.The Pirates acquire Brandon Lowe in a complicated three-way tradea.The Pirates, Rays, and Astros completed an involved three-team deal on Friday afternoon. Pittsburgh receives 2B Brandon Lowe, OF Jake Mangum, and LHP Mason Montgomery from the Rays. Tampa Bay receives OF Jacob Melton and RHP Anderson Brito from the Astros, while Houston acquires RHP Mike Burrows from the Pirates to complete the trade.4.The Orioles acquired Shane Baza.In return, the Rays receive two of their four top picks from July’s draft—OF Slater de Brun (one of my favorite players in the class) and catcher Caden Bodine—along with RHP Michael Forrett, OF Austin Overn, and a Competitive Balance Round A pick. All four players ranked inside my Orioles Top 20.5.The Padres re-sign Michael King for three years and $75 million with opt-outs after each year. The Padres were expected to reload a bit this season, but instead, re-signed King. Your thoughts?a.The Padres also signed Sung-Mun Song who posted a .315/.387/.530 slash line last year playing for the KBO with 26 home runs and 25 stolen bases. What can you tell us about him?Segment 2 – First Base Ranking for 2026 Season1.How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?2.We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail. Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail. We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.3.Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?4.Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?5.Give me a couple of sleepers6.Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?Close

The following prospects are discussed:1. Ethan Holliday (SS)2. Charlie Condon (OF)3. Cole Carrigg (OF)4. Zac Veen (OF)5. Sterlin Thompson (OF)6. Roc Riggio (2B)7. Robert Calaz (OF)8. Roldy Brito (OF)9. Sean Sullivan (LHP)10. Max Belyeu (OF)11. Cristian Arguelles (OF)12. Kelvin Hidalgo (SS)13. Drew Romo (C)14. Ashly Andujar (SS)15. Braylen Wimmer (OF)16. Brody Brecht (RHP)17. Jared Thomas (OF)18. Sebastian Blanco (SS)19. JB Middleton (RHP)20. Andy Perez (SS)21. Benny Montgomery (OF)