Philadelphia Phillies’ Zack Wheeler defies age and injury, emerging as a fantasy baseball ace in 2026. Can the 36-year-old’s dominance continue to anchor your rotation down the stretch and into 2027? Host Dominick Martino spotlights Wheeler’s remarkable year, dissecting his 2.03 ERA, 74 strikeouts in 75 innings, and elite 0.86 WHIP. Is Wheeler a top-12 fantasy starting pitcher going forward?

Martino breaks down where Wheeler ranks among standouts like Shohei Ohtani, Jacob Misiorowski, and Cam Schlittler. The conversation explores Wheeler’s bounce-back from thoracic outlet surgery, improved fastball velocity, ground ball rates, and whiff-inducing chase rate. Insights include rest-of-season projections, Wheeler’s potential future as an ace, and valuation compared to veterans Chris Sale, Jacob deGrom, and Justin Verlander. Will Wheeler keep beating the odds for fantasy managers?

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Atlanta Braves eye a late-season boost as Spencer Schwellenbach targets an August or September return. Could his dominant WHIP and strikeout rate make him the ultimate league-winner for fantasy managers? Dominick Martino explores Schwellenbach’s impactful upside, Giancarlo Stanton’s timely power surge for the New York Yankees, and Luis Robert’s return to a loaded New York Mets lineup. Injury updates on Mick Abel and Bailey Ober offer strategic stash options for those planning a deep postseason run.

Prospect watch heats up with Max Clark pushing for a Detroit Tigers call-up, Walker Jenkins flashing power-speed potential in the Minnesota Twins’ system, and Zac Veen knocking on the Colorado Rockies’ door. Dominick Martino spotlights Kalen Culpepper’s breakout for Minnesota and examines where these rising stars fit into their respective MLB clubs’ futures. Which prospects could swing your fantasy season as the playoff race intensifies?

00:00 Spencer Schwellenbach's return timetable

03:49 Player's impact on championship week

08:52 Luis Robert cleared for rehab assignment

12:34 Discussing the Mets lineup potential

14:39 Bailey Ober's season highlights

17:40 Max Clark's MLB call-up potential

20:38 Discussing Kalen Culpepper's Rise

24:53 Potential of Walker Jenkins

26:42 Zac Veen's Prospect Status

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Waiver wire gems could tip the balance in your fantasy baseball league—are you ready to add the next breakout star? Dominick Martino spotlights must-add players as week 15 wraps up, focusing on Washington Nationals’ Cade Cavalli’s electric 13-strikeout outing and Troy Melton’s control mastery for the Detroit Tigers. The episode breaks down key pitching options, including Tampa Bay Rays’ Ian Seymour and Atlanta Braves’ Reynaldo Lopez, plus the closer shakeup in Baltimore after Ryan Helsley’s injury and Rico Garcia’s new opportunity.

On the hitting front, Colorado Rockies’ Jake McCarthy and Mickey Moniak go on a tear at Coors Field, while Chase DeLauter and Tommy Edman return from injury to boost fantasy lineups. Dominick Martino analyzes how each player’s park factors, underlying metrics, and upcoming matchups can deliver big results. Is Josh Jung poised for a power surge in the Texas Rangers’ lineup? Win your league with these timely pickup strategies and bold predictions.

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03:44 CavalLI's first full season

09:24 Discussing FanDuel soccer promotions

10:41 Thanking listeners and promoting ad-free option

15:10 Adding Rico Garcia as a closer

18:04 Steals leader and key players

22:05 Fantasy baseball player strategy

26:10 Discussing Josh Jung's potential

27:09 Josh Jung's midseason power potential

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Fantasy baseball managers face a pivotal pre-All-Star break decision: should you cash in on surging hot streaks or trust underlying stats for the long haul? Matthew Onan spotlights breakout candidates like Caleb Durbin, Ms. Merlin Valdez of the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Kyle Stowers, revealing why their stat lines might be smoke and mirrors. Strategic sell-high opportunities abound as Onan explains which flashy performances could collapse in the second half and why Kerry Carpenter’s recent surge for the Detroit Tigers warrants attention on the trade market.

Unlock winning lineups by targeting underperforming stars set to rebound. Onan breaks down Jack Caglioni's power surge for the Kansas City Royals and weighs the risk-reward of acquiring Ronald Acuña Jr., currently sidelined for the Atlanta Braves. Plus, get the inside scoop on why Corbin Carroll and catcher Drake Baldwin are must-watch candidates for savvy trade pursuits. Are you ready to make the game-changing moves that will define your playoff push?

00:00 Evaluating player performances

06:02 Trade strategy for underperforming player

08:55 Discussing Trading Strategies and Players

12:12 Trading a hot player for value

16:47 Discussing acquiring Corbin Carroll

20:38 Evaluating fantasy baseball risks

23:25 Trading strategy for Drake Baldwin

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Minnesota Twins slugger Josh Bell emerges as a must-add fantasy pickup after posting four home runs and eight RBIs last week. Can Bell's power surge continue, or is now the time to capitalize before regression sets in? Discover how Bell's elite hard-hit rate and promising underlying stats suggest there’s still value for savvy managers ahead of the All-Star break. Matthew Ahne breaks down Bell’s recent performance, explores weekly streamer strategies, and examines lineup matchups against the Cleveland Guardians. Discussions cover Bell’s sustainable power metrics, lineup risk versus reward, and whether his offensive outburst is the real deal or just a fleeting hot streak. Looking for a game-changing edge in your fantasy baseball league? Josh Bell may be the solution.

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