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De: 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 Béisbol y Sóftbol
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  • OTW 242 - Top Speed Preview; Drafting R and SB

    OTW 242 - Top Speed Preview; Drafting R and SB
    Feb 8 2026

    On The Wire - Adam and Kevin continue their 2026 fantasy baseball category preview series by focusing on the speed categories — Runs and Stolen Bases. They discuss how stolen bases remain scarce across player pools, how lineup context influences runs scored, and how to balance early-round five-category stars with mid- and late-round speed options. The episode highlights reliable contributors, category specialists, and draft strategy considerations to help managers build competitive speed totals without sacrificing roster balance.

    They break down elite speed anchors, mid-round stabilizers, and late-draft specialists while emphasizing the importance of playing time, lineup position, and category targets when constructing fantasy rosters.

    Episode Topics and Timestamps

    0:00 – Intro and category strategy overview
    Speed scarcity in modern drafts and roster construction goals.

    6:30 – Early-round speed anchors
    Players discussed: Bobby Witt Jr., Ronald Acuña Jr., Corbin Carroll, Julio Rodríguez, Elly De La Cruz, Trea Turner, Mookie Betts

    24:00 – Mid-round speed contributors
    Players discussed: Oneil Cruz, CJ Abrams, Nico Hoerner, Bryson Stott, Andrés Giménez, Tommy Edman, Ha-Seong Kim

    49:00 – Late-round speed targets and specialists
    Players discussed: Esteury Ruiz, Jon Berti, Victor Scott II, Brice Turang, Garrett Hampson, Jake McCarthy

    1:13:00 – Runs category deep dive
    Players discussed: Kyle Schwarber, Marcus Semien, Steven Kwan, Juan Soto, Freddie Freeman

    1:28:00 – Draft strategy recap and closing thoughts
    Final takeaways on balancing stolen bases and runs in 2026 fantasy drafts.

    Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting

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    1 h y 38 m
  • OTW 241 - We Have The Power Preview; Drafting HR and RBI

    OTW 241 - We Have The Power Preview; Drafting HR and RBI
    Jan 31 2026
    On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting kick off their 2026 fantasy baseball category previews by breaking down power (HR & RBI) and why it has quietly become harder to replace later in drafts. They discuss draft targets, late-round power bats, platoon plays, and roster construction strategies to hit modern home run benchmarks.0:00–8:30 — Episode Intro & Why Power Matters More in 2026Category-preview format explanationImpact of PitchCon and offseason prepWhy managers are falling behind in HR/RBIEstablishing modern power targets (24–25 HR per hitter)8:30–20:00 — Power vs Speed Tradeoffs in Early DraftsPlayers discussed:Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto, Cal Raleigh, Bobby Witt Jr., Jackson Chourio, Trea TurnerHow few true 35+ HR bats existWhy early speed-first picks create downstream power pressureCorner infield power vs middle-infield scarcity20:00–30:30 — Power Benchmarks & Draft MathTargeting ~350 HR and ~1,100 RBI in 15-team leaguesWhy “15 HR + speed” profiles create long-term problemsEmphasizing lineup quality over RBI projections30:30–44:00 — Corner Infield Power TargetsPlayers discussed:Nolan Arenado, Nolan Gorman, Paul Goldschmidt, Bryce Eldridge, Chase DeLauter, Josh Bell, Tristan CasasArenado vs Gorman risk profilesPlaying-time certainty vs batting average damageEldridge stash upside vs prospect riskJosh Bell as a boring but reliable power source44:00–57:00 — Middle Infield Power OptionsPlayers discussed:Jake Cronenworth, Anthony Volpe, José Caballero, Brooks LeeCronenworth as a “glue guy” with sneaky volume powerVolpe’s rebound potential and ADP windowMulti-position flexibility as power insuranceMinnesota infield playing-time outlook57:00–1:11:00 — Outfield Power TargetsPlayers discussed:Jesus Sanchez, Andrew Benintendi, Austin Hays, Cody ClemensSanchez as a platoon-friendly power bat in HoustonBenintendi’s power resurgence vs lineup qualityHays as a free-agent ADP value playClemens as a flexible, low-cost power streamer1:11:00–1:18:00 — Power Streamers & Rate-Based TargetsPlayers discussed:Jemai Jones, Dominic Canzone, Tyler O’Neill, Matt Wallner, Zach Dezenzo, Colby Thomas, Christopher Morel, Joey Wiemer, David SchneiderHR per 600 PA as a late-draft toolShort-side platoon exploitationStreaming power via matchups and schedules1:18:00–1:21:00 — Catchers & Utility-Only PowerPlayers discussed:Carson Kelly, Marcell Ozuna, Jonathan IndiaKelly as a streaming catcher with popOzuna’s ADP volatility if he signsIndia benefiting from KC fence changes and lineup role1:21:00–1:23:00 — Final Thoughts & Power Draft TakeawaysDon’t underestimate power scarcityLate-round power always carries risk — embrace flexibilityTrust your draft instincts and plan for in-season maintenance 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 h y 24 m
  • OTW 240 - Respect Your Elders; Drafting Players 35 & Older

    OTW 240 - Respect Your Elders; Drafting Players 35 & Older
    Jan 21 2026

    Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down fantasy-relevant MLB veterans who will be 35 or older in 2026, discussing why age-based discounts often go too far in drafts. Position by position, they evaluate starters, relievers, and hitters who still provide stable volume, category juice, or late-draft value—especially in NFBC-style formats. The episode emphasizes trusting skills, roles, and projections over age bias while building balanced fantasy rosters.

    0:00–6:30 — Episode Setup & Draft Philosophy
    Why veteran players are often overdocked due to age
    Can you build a competitive roster leaning heavily on 35+ players?
    Format considerations (NFBC, draft-and-hold, redraft)
    Setting criteria: age 35+ entering 2026 season

    6:30–32:00 — Veteran Starting Pitchers
    Core discussion around innings, risk, and projection value

    Players discussed:

    Chris Sale, Jacob deGrom. Cole Ragans, Hunter Greene, Max Fried, Brian Woo, Merrill Kelly, Matthew Boyd, Kyle Hendricks (historical comp), Seth Lugo, Yusei Kikuchi, Shota Imanaga Sugano

    Key themes:

    Sale and deGrom as high-impact SP1/SP2 options despite capped innings
    Trusting elite ratios over raw innings totals
    Backfilling innings rather than chasing 200-IP arms early
    “Old and boring” starters stabilizing WHIP and ERA late

    32:00–48:00 — Veteran Relievers & Closers

    Evaluating save security vs ADP cost

    Players discussed:
    Aroldis Chapman, Raisel Iglesias, Kenley Jansen, Robert Suarez, David Bednar, Josh Hader, Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Emilio Pagán, Sean Armstrong

    Key themes:

    Iglesias vs Chapman at cost
    Concerns about Chapman’s WHIP and role volatility
    Jansen as a discount saves source
    Drafting proven closers over speculative youth

    48:00–1:05:00 — Infield Veterans (2B, 3B, MI)

    Why some aging infielders still matter

    Players discussed:

    Marcus Semien, José Altuve, Gleyber Torres, Jorge Polanco, Matt McLain, Nolan Arenado, Max Muncy, Josh Bell, Mauricio Dubón, Miguel Rojas, Munetaka Murakami, Kazuma Okamoto

    Key themes:

    No true veteran fallback at shortstop

    Semien as a volume-driven safety net at 2B

    Arenado as a last-round corner infielder target

    OBP vs AVG format differences for Muncy

    1:05:00–1:25:00 — Veteran Outfielders & DHs

    Discounted power and lineup context

    Players discussed:

    George Springer, Giancarlo Stanton, Randy Arozarena, Seiya Suzuki, Oneil Cruz, Michael Harris II, Tommy Pham, Aaron Judge (contextual)

    Key themes:

    Springer as a mispriced leadoff hitter

    Stanton’s power vs inconsistent playing time

    Using veterans as category specialists

    Streaming vs drafting fragile bats

    1:25:00–1:40:00 — Draft Strategy Wrap-Up

    Age bias creating consistent market inefficiencies

    Knowing when to push veterans above ADP

    Format-driven aggressiveness

    Trusting projections and roles over narrative

    1:40:00–1:45:00 — Closing Thoughts

    Spring training and draft season approach

    Position and category previews coming soon

    Final endorsement of balanced veteran usage

    Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting

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    1 h y 54 m
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