It’s Doug’s birthday, and who better to help him celebrate than his former Phillies teammate and mentee, Jimmy Rollins? This week, Doug and DVR, filling in for Jayson, sit down with Jimmy to talk about the shock of being drafted by Philadelphia, how Doug helped him get acclimated to the big leagues, what it was like playing alongside Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, and Cole Hamels, and the moment he finally knew it was time to retire.

Plus, with the playoff chase heating up, Doug and DVR each pick a team they believe in. And, of course, it wouldn’t be the show without Strange But True—a particularly rough week for Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller.

Rundown:

0:49 Happy Birthday, Doug!

7:14 Teams We Believe In

16:22 Jimmy Rollins Stops By

16:56 Getting Drafted by the Phillies

24:58 J-Roll’s Mentors

35:54 The End in Philadelphia

40:37 How the Game Has Changed

48:38 Art of Stealing Bases

50:37 Lightning Round

1:01:43 The 6-1-1 Podcast

1:05:22 Strange But True

1:12:46 Trivia Time

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MLB's final push for the Wild Card and Playoffs are here, Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris have everything you need for the stretch run. DVR and Eno break down the best September waiver-wire targets, two-start pitchers and late-season saves options while examining whether breakouts from Jordan Walker, James Wood and other young hitters are sustainable heading into 2027.

First, the guys catch up on the baseball news you should know. Carlos Correa is nearing a September return, Eugenio Suárez and TJ Friedl have landed on waivers, Mason Winn's thumb injury creates new questions in St. Louis, and Denzel Clarke could get another opportunity with the A's. Plus, Roki Sasaki heads back to the IL while Gavin Stone and Tony Gonsolin work their way toward potential September returns.

Walker has changed his swing, lowered his strikeout rate and reached a new level of power, but should fantasy managers really pay a first-round price next spring? The guys also look ahead to Cam Smith and Lawrence Butler, including why a big September from Smith could make him more expensive than DVR wants him to be in 2027 fantasy drafts.

Then it's time to attack the waiver wire for the final month of the fantasy baseball season. Tristan Peters remains surprisingly available despite a productive season and everyday role with the White Sox, while Rafael Flores, Mickey Gasper and Tim Tawa offer potential help in deeper formats.

Follow Rates & Barrels for MLB analysis, fantasy baseball strategy, advanced stats, waiver-wire advice and player development with Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris.

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00:00 — Fantasy Friday: September Targets & MLB News

02:05 — Carlos Correa Nearing a Return

03:56 — Eugenio Suárez & TJ Friedl Hit Waivers

06:15 — Mason Winn Injury & Cardinals Playing Time

12:19 — Denzel Clarke Nearing a Return

15:18 — Roki Sasaki Heads to the IL

17:52 — Can Hitters Really Change Their Swing Decisions?

23:08 — James Wood’s Improved Approach

24:24 — Jordan Walker’s Breakout & 2027 Value

32:54 — Cam Smith vs. Lawrence Butler

39:21 — Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Targets

39:42 — Why Tristan Peters Is Still Available

44:21 — Rafael Flores & Mickey Gasper

46:44 — Elliot Ramos & Taylor Ward Stock Down

48:00 — Best Two-Start Pitchers for Next Week

49:23 — Drop Grayson Rodriguez?

53:03 — Deep-League Streamers & Saves Targets

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Should MLB create a Rookie Pitcher of the Year award? DVR, Eno and Trevor May break down baseball’s best rookie pitchers, including Nolan McLean, Parker Messick and Payton Tolle, before searching deeper for young arms who could become impact starters, closers and fantasy baseball breakouts in 2027.

Parker Messick is putting together a historically impressive rookie season for the Guardians. Payton Tolle offers a different profile for the Red Sox. With more traditional high-end velocity and a polished presence on the mound. In the National League, Nolan McLean has answered some of the biggest questions surrounding his arsenal. Could increased changeup usage unlock another level for the Mets right-hander?

The crew also examines Logan Henderson's unusual combination of below-average velocity, strike throwing and swing-and-miss ability before diving into the next group of intriguing young pitchers. Walbert Ureña, Didier Fuentes, Bradgley Rodríguez, Blade Tidwell and Connor Prielipp all present different questions about command, pitch shape, sequencing and future roles.

Rates & Barrels is your home for MLB analysis, advanced stats, pitching development, fantasy baseball and everything happening around Major League Baseball with Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris and Trevor May.

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00:00 — Should MLB Have a Rookie Pitcher of the Year?

08:22 — Parker Messick vs. Payton Tolle

09:10 — Messick’s Historically Good Rookie Season

14:48 — How Good Can Payton Tolle Be?

19:18 — Nolan McLean’s Rookie Season

19:38 — Has McLean Answered the Lefty Question?

27:44 — The Logan Henderson Puzzle

35:20 — Rookie Pitchers to Watch for 2027

35:25 — Walbert Ureña’s Breakout Season

48:52 — Didier Fuentes’ Unusual Arsenal

55:01 — Could Bradgley Rodríguez Become a Starter?

1:01:42 — Connor Prielipp’s Next Step

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