Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

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In baseball, numbers are everywhere. But they’re not just numbers. For Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris, they’re the keys to solving the most fun problem in sports. Every weekday, join DVR and Eno as they unpack baseball in ways you’ve never heard before, endeavoring to figure out all they can about a sport that’s constantly changing. Alongside contributors Britt Ghiroli, Trevor May and Jed Lowrie, the Rates & Barrels crew breaks down all the latest MLB news through an analytical lens, feeding your unhealthy addiction to numbers, while helping you master your fantasy baseball GM skills. But wait, there's more: come back for Saturday mornings in Starkville, where Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville talk to some of the most important players, coaches, and thought leaders in the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 54 min ago ·  Video

    Starting Pitcher Stock Watch

    More Josh Naylor theatrics and another step forward for Tarik Skubal. Today, Eno and DVR break down the latest chapter in the Josh Naylor-Detroit Tigers saga after the Mariners first baseman tossed his sliding mitt toward Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler during a play at the plate. They also discuss Skubal’s latest rehab start, the recent dominance of Bryce Miller and Michael Soroka, and wrap up the show with a look at where the money went in fantasy leagues over the weekend. Rundown: 1:43 Tarik Skubal Fires Five Scoreless Frames 3:24 Josh Naylor vs. Detroit: Another Interesting Chapter 7:50 Bryce Miller Shoves 15:36 League Shamed! Are We Making Our Leagues Too Easy? 21:15 Reid Detmers’ Step Forward: Buying Better Ratios Ahead? 22:05 Bryce Miller Never Underwent Surgery 23:52 Michael Soroka is Dealing Again 30:41 DVR Is Intrigued by Edward Cabrera 33:47 Spencer Strider Still Adjusting to Wider Mix, Lesser Stuff? 38:13 Emmet Sheehan’s Odyssey Continues 42:49 Will Relievers Get Dinged More By Smaller Zone? 49:52 Where the Money Went: Nootbar, The Martian & Cowser Lead the Way Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 9min

  2. 2 days ago ·  Video

    Starkville | Brewing Up Something Special with GM Matt Arnold

    The NL Cy Young race is absolutely loaded right now. Cristopher Sánchez just rattled off 50 and two-thirds consecutive scoreless innings, Jacob Misiorowski is lighting up radar guns, and Shohei Ohtani has his ERA sitting below 1.00. This week, Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville break down the crowded race for the award and discuss just how impressive Sánchez's scoreless streak was. Later, Brewers President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Matt Arnold stops by to talk about Milwaukee's surprising run to the top of the standings, Misiorowski's rapid rise, and what it's really like to spend time around manager Pat Murphy. Plus, the guys close things out with another edition of Strange But True, featuring a magic number of 13. Rundown: 3:13 NL Cy Young Race Heating Up 11:43 Matt Arnold Visits Starkville 13:33 'Trader Matt' 15:08 Adapting to Change 20:57 Playing for Milwaukee 22:21 ‘The Miz’ 27:38 Don't Forget About Kyle Harrison 29:39 Playing in the NL Central 30:53 Being the Brewers President & GM 32:25 Brewers Manager Pat Murphy 37:49 Trade Deadline Plans 39:24 Playing in the Postseason 40:43 Matt Arnold's Journey 44:30 Strange But True: Yankees’ 13-Run Inning Follow Jayson on Bluesky: @jaysonst.bsky.social Follow Doug on Bluesky: @dougglanville.bsky.social E-mail: starkville@theathletic.com Starkville Hotline: (347) 313-8371 Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Jayson Stark & Doug Glanville With: Matt Arnold Producer: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min

  3. 3 days ago ·  Video

    Aaron Judge Update & Weekend Waiver Preview

    Bad news has arrived in the Bronx. Today, Eno and DVR break down what Aaron Judge’s fractured rib means for the Yankees and how the team will fare while he’s gone. Then, they discuss the return of Corey Seager and react to the shock of hearing Noelvi Marte has a new position. Later, the guys dive into the waiver wire, including the latest options in the ever-changing closer market. Rundown: 0:42 Aaron Judge Out At Least 4-6 Weeks 10:44 Brayan Bello Optioned to Triple-A 17:59 Corey Seager is Back! 21:43 Noelvi Marte Recalled 24:42 Ezequiel Tovar: DVR Admits 2026 Defeat 31:05 Edwin Arroyo Getting a Look at Second Base 34:00 Royce Lewis is Crushing Triple-A Pitching 37:53 Intriguing Corner Options: Curtis Mead and Spencer Horwitz 42:24 Lars Nootbaar is Back 47:12 Jorge Mateo’s Heater 49:10 Karson Milbrandt: Worth a Stash for the Marlins? 54:15 Closer Corner: Brewers, Royals & A Few of the Usual Suspects Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 4min

  4. 3 days ago ·  Video

    Pitcher Risers & Fallers

    Commissioner Rob Manfred says MLB's luxury tax is a failure, Aaron Judge's injury situation is getting more serious, and George Kirby's strikeouts are missing. Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss those topics, and dig into a few risers and fallers in K-BB% between March/April and May, before taking a look at a surprising surge in homers and runs across all minor-league levels below Triple-A. Rundown: 0:38 Commissioner Manfred Calls Luxury-Tax System a Failure 3:42 A Shocker: Franchise Valuations Are Key for Owners 10:29 ‘Fairness’ Is the Message: Is That *Really* The Goal? 12:36 Aaron Judge’s Rib Injury 18:31 George Kirby’s K’s: Where Did They Go, Can We Find Them? 31:19 K-BB% Risers & Fallers: Biggest Movers Between April and May 52:15 The Ball Beat: How Do Teams Model Differences? 1:00:33 Offense Up in Minor Leagues Evan Drellich: 'Commissioner Rob Manfred, who once touted MLB’s parity, says luxury-tax system has failed' https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7331800 Eno Sarris & Britt Ghiroli: 'Some MLB organizations are more injury-prone than others. Is that bad luck or a system issue?' https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7330754 J.J. Cooper: 'Home Runs Are Exploding Across The Minor Leagues—And No One Knows Why' https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/home-runs-are-exploding-across-the-minor-leagues-and-no-one-knows-why/ Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 12min

  5. 5 days ago ·  Video

    Can You Predict the World Series Winner in Early June?

    It’s June 3, which means it’s time for everyone’s favorite game: Four vs. The Field! Today, Eno, Jed, and DVR debate whether the combination of baseball’s four World Series favorites will ultimately take home the trophy, or if the rest of the league is the smarter bet. Then, they discuss whether the Tigers can get revenge for last year’s late-season swoon by tracking down the Guardians in the AL Central. Later, the guys examine the best and worst users of ABS and discuss how teams are adapting to baseball’s challenge system. Rundown: 0:36 Four vs. The Field: Can You Pick the World Series Winner with Four Teams? 10:25 Banking on Buyers: Trade Deadline Opportunities to Make Strides 14:59 Projected fWAR: A Better Option Than Choosing World Series Probables? 19:04 Chasing Cleveland: Will the Tigers Turn the Tables on the Guardians? 25:38 What’s the Number? Playoff Odds Necessary for Tigers to Buy at Deadline 34:08 ABS Challenges: Who Is Doing Well, Who Is Struggling So Far? 44:42 Strategic Approaches: Is Marlins’ Catcher-Led Volume Approach Ideal? Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min

  6. 6 days ago ·  Video

    Prospect Rankings Update w/Keith Law

    It’s time to talk prospects, as some of baseball’s brightest young stars inch closer to the big leagues while others gear up for a run to the College World Series. Today, Eno and DVR are joined by The Athletic Senior Baseball Writer Keith Law to break down his latest prospect rankings, discuss the pitching development trends shaping organizations across MLB, and look ahead to the player who could top his prospect list in 2027. Rundown: 1:13 Franklin Arias: Getting To Power Regularly at Double-A 5:18 Projecting Future Power: What Does Keith Look For? 8:51 Ethan Salas: Back on Track in the Padres’ System 10:48 Felnin Celesten: Another Physical Projection Question 15:45 A Future No. 1? Josuar Gonzalez Dominating ACL 19:25 Shorter Outings in Pitching Development 22:43 Concerns About Limitations in Spinning the Ball? 24:48 Seattle Boasts Keith’s Top Two Pitching Prospects 30:17 Do Current Struggles Impact Future Assessments? 38:44 Edwin Arroyo Gets the Call 40:45 Ralphy Velazquez: Real Power Coming Through Cleveland System 46:09 Which Teams Skew Heavily Toward Hitters or Pitchers? 50:18 Players & Teams to Watch: It’s Super Regional Time in CWS Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow Keith on Bluesky: @keithlaw.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Keith Law Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min

  7. 1 Jun ·  Video

    May Risers & Fallers

    Things are looking up for two aces: Cristopher Sánchez and Jacob Misiorowski. After dominant performances throughout May, both have emerged as early frontrunners in the NL Cy Young race. Today, Eno and DVR break down what's fueling their success, while also examining which hitters made the biggest leaps at the plate from April to May. Later, the guys dig into the disappointing seasons of Bo Bichette and Austin Riley, and examine whether either star can turn things around before the year is over. Rundown: 0:40 Eno’s Trip to Firestone Walker Invitational 4:31 The Miz & Cristopher Sánchez Go Off in May 6:37 Jake Bauers’ Approach Against Imai’s Slider 11:00 Imai Pitched Well Again 12:30 Yankees Send 18 to Plate During 13-Run Third Inning 18:21 Elly De La Cruz to the IL 20:11 Garrett Crochet Setback 27:00 Rafael Devers Turns It Around in May 32:25 Carson Benge is Clicking 37:02 Context is Key: Down Months Are Normal 40:30 The Long Game: Does Combo Bad Finish, Slow Start Worry Us? 46:29 Ildemaro Vargas, Jose Fernandez & Liam Hicks Cool Off 49:30 Bo Bichette’s Struggles 53:08 Austin Riley’s Quiet Start 57:38 One-Year wRC+ Leaderboard: The Most Surprising Bat in the Top-Five? Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 5min

  8. 30 May ·  Video

    Starkville | Inside the Chaos of Broadcasting MLB games w/ Jason Benetti

    An Astros pitcher accomplished something this week that hadn’t been done since 1892. Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville break down the historic feat, explain where Bumpus Jones fits into the story, and discuss what made it so remarkable with Sunday Night Baseball voice Jason Benetti. The guys also talk about Benetti’s chaotic travel schedule, how the ABS challenge system is changing the way he calls games, and the baseball cliché he can’t stand. Rundown: 1:26 Joey Votto’s Visit to Starkville 4:40 The Miz Brings the Heat 8:13 Jason Benetti Joins the Show 9:19 Benetti’s Chaotic Travel Schedule 15:25 NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball Coverage 31:39 The ABS Challenge System 36:19 The Up-and-Down Detroit Tigers 38:31 Tigers Manager A.J. Hinch 41:40 Favorite (and Least Favorite) Cliché 44:46 Strange But True with Jason Benetti Follow Jayson on Bluesky: @jaysonst.bsky.social Follow Doug on Bluesky: @dougglanville.bsky.social E-mail: starkville@theathletic.com Starkville Hotline: (347) 313-8371 Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Jayson Stark & Doug Glanville With: Jason Benetti Producer: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In baseball, numbers are everywhere. But they’re not just numbers. For Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris, they’re the keys to solving the most fun problem in sports. Every weekday, join DVR and Eno as they unpack baseball in ways you’ve never heard before, endeavoring to figure out all they can about a sport that’s constantly changing. Alongside contributors Britt Ghiroli, Trevor May and Jed Lowrie, the Rates & Barrels crew breaks down all the latest MLB news through an analytical lens, feeding your unhealthy addiction to numbers, while helping you master your fantasy baseball GM skills. But wait, there's more: come back for Saturday mornings in Starkville, where Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville talk to some of the most important players, coaches, and thought leaders in the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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