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On The Wire

On The Wire

著者： Adam Howe Kevin Hasting
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 Join Adam Howe (@EightyGrade) and Kevin Hasting (@HastingKevin) every Sunday with insights and updates on how to use your fantasy baseball FAAB before your bid deadlines hit.2022 Pitcher List 野球・ソフトボール
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  • OTW 246 - Shopping At The Save-A-Lot; Drafting Saves

    OTW 246 - Shopping At The Save-A-Lot; Drafting Saves
    2026/03/08
    On The Wire - In this episode of On The Wire, hosts Kevin Hasting and I break down the Saves category and how to approach closers in 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. We discuss draft strategy, bullpen volatility, and how to identify which closers are worth paying for versus targeting value later in drafts. We also look at several bullpens that could produce surprise saves and highlight relievers who could emerge during the season. Whether you prefer paying up for elite closers or waiting and building a bullpen through value picks and waiver wire churn, this episode will help you navigate one of fantasy baseball’s most unpredictable categories. Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Intro and episode overview We open the show discussing the volatility of the saves category and why bullpen roles change so frequently in fantasy baseball. Players discussed: Edwin Diaz, Devin Williams, Josh Hader 3:00 – Draft philosophy for saves Kevin and Adam discuss whether fantasy managers should draft elite closers early or take a “save-a-lot” approach by targeting multiple value arms later in drafts. Players discussed: Edwin Diaz, Devin Williams, Josh Hader, Mason Miller, Ryan Helsley 11:30 – The elite closer tier Discussion of the top-tier closers who provide strong strikeout rates, stable roles, and league-leading save potential. Players discussed: Edwin Diaz, Devin Williams, Josh Hader, Ryan Helsley, Mason Miller, Félix Bautista 23:00 – Mid-tier closers with strong job security Relievers who may not go in the early rounds but still project to deliver reliable saves totals with strong skills. Players discussed: Tanner Scott, Robert Suarez, Kenley Jansen, David Bednar, Yohan Duran 36:30 – Riskier closers and uncertain bullpens Teams where the closer role could shift during the season and relievers whose job security may not be stable. Players discussed: Luke Weaver, Andrew Kittredge, Jeremiah Estrada, Matt Brash, Cade Smith 50:00 – Late-round saves targets Relievers going later in drafts who could still provide meaningful saves or emerge as their team’s closer. Players discussed: Matt Brash, Hunter Gaddis, Cade Smith, Garrett Whitlock 1:02:00 – Speculative relievers and potential breakout arms Setup men and high-skill bullpen arms who could move into the closer role if situations change. Players discussed: Jeremiah Estrada, Dylan Lee, Aroldis Chapman, Matt Brash, Hunter Gaddis 1:11:30 – Final saves strategy thoughts We wrap up with key takeaways for approaching the saves category and how to manage bullpen volatility during the fantasy season. Players discussed: Edwin Diaz, Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Mason Miller, Tanner Scott Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCAST Proud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 時間 15 分
  • OTW 245 - Targeting Ratios; Drafting ERA and WHIP

    OTW 245 - Targeting Ratios; Drafting ERA and WHIP
    2026/03/01
    On The Wire - Adam and Kevin continue their 2026 fantasy baseball category preview series with a deep dive into ERA and WHIP, examining how fantasy managers should approach ratio protection in modern drafts. The discussion covers early-round aces, workload considerations, command-driven breakouts, and how to balance strikeout upside with ratio stability. They also explore how bullpen arms, mid-rotation starters, and late-round targets can quietly influence ratio outcomes over a full season. Episode Topics and Timestamps 0:00 – Intro and ratio category overview How ERA and WHIP differ from counting stats, why ratios are often won or lost early in drafts, and the importance of minimizing volatility. 6:30 – Elite ace foundations Players discussed:Gerrit Cole, Corbin Burnes, Zack Wheeler, Spencer Strider, George Kirby Discussion focuses on command profiles, workload reliability, and which aces provide the strongest WHIP floors entering 2026 drafts. 20:00 – Strikeout aces vs ratio risk Players discussed:Dylan Cease, Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, Pablo López Adam and Kevin debate pitchers with elite strikeout upside but varying WHIP and ERA volatility, and when risk becomes acceptable depending on roster construction. 34:00 – Mid-round ratio stabilizers Players discussed:Logan Webb, Framber Valdez, Joe Ryan, Sonny Gray, Justin Steele Focus on pitchers who may lack elite strikeout totals but consistently support strong ratios through command, ground balls, or efficiency. 48:00 – Breakout candidates and skills growth Players discussed:Grayson Rodriguez, Bryan Woo, Tanner Bibee, Cole Ragans Evaluation of pitchers showing improving command metrics, pitch mix development, and potential ERA/WHIP growth entering 2026. 59:00 – Bullpen impact on ratios Players discussed:Andrés Muñoz, Devin Williams, Emmanuel Clase, A.J. Puk Discussion on using elite relievers to stabilize ratios, protect WHIP, and offset volatile starting pitchers. 1:07:00 – Draft strategy recap and closing thoughts Key takeaways include building a ratio foundation early, avoiding stacking high-WHIP arms, and strategically mixing innings volume with efficiency-focused pitchers. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCAST Proud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 時間 14 分
  • OTW 244 - Chasing Wins (and K's); Drafting Wins and Strikeouts

    OTW 244 - Chasing Wins (and K's); Drafting Wins and Strikeouts
    2026/03/01

    On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting continue their 2026 fantasy baseball draft preview series by shifting focus to pitching volume categories — Wins and Strikeouts.

    The discussion centers on why fantasy managers must actively chase volume, how innings pitched drive both categories, and which late-round starters and speculative arms can help managers compete without paying early-round pitching prices. The hosts also explore streaming strategy, team context, bullpen support, and how draft construction impacts in-season flexibility.

    Below is a breakdown of the episode with estimated timestamps and players discussed.

    00:00 – 09:00 | Intro + Draft Season Philosophy

    Topics

    Draft season approach and league activity

    Why Wins remain a category you must intentionally target

    Relationship between innings pitched, team quality, and fantasy success

    Players Mentioned

    Tarik Skubal

    Paul Skenes

    Garrett Crochet

    09:00 – 22:00 | Why Volume Matters for Wins & Strikeouts

    Topics

    Correlation between workload and strikeouts

    Importance of pitching deep into games

    Team offense and bullpen effects on wins

    Drafting SP tiers vs elite aces

    Players Mentioned

    Yusei Kikuchi

    José Soriano

    Reid Detmers

    Luis Severino

    Mitch Keller

    Brandon Pfaadt

    22:00 – 38:00 | Mid-Round Targets for Strikeout Volume

    Topics

    Targeting pitchers projected for stable rotation roles

    Using projections vs role certainty

    Drafting innings over pure ratios in this build

    Players Mentioned

    David Peterson

    Clay Holmes

    Will Warren

    38:00 – 52:00 | Late-Round Wins & Strikeout Targets

    Topics

    Endgame starters who stick in rotations

    Opportunity-driven pitching value

    Accepting ratio risk when chasing volume

    Players Mentioned

    Will Warren

    David Peterson

    Cade Cavalli

    52:00 – 1:05:00 | Streaming Strategy & Roster Management

    Topics

    Streaming pitchers to capture breakout arms early

    Building ratio cushions to allow aggressive streaming

    Managing roster churn early in season

    Players Mentioned

    Justin Verlander

    Seth Lugo

    Michael Wacha

    1:05:00 – 1:11:29 | Final Targets + Draft Takeaways

    Topics

    Early-season matchup plays

    Why reserve-round pitchers matter

    Maximizing roster flexibility for volume accumulation

    Players Mentioned

    Cade Cavalli

    Justin Verlander

    Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting

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    1 時間 11 分
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