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. 3h ago

    Rays ONE WIN From World Series! Can Guardians Survive Game 6?

    The Tampa Bay Rays are ONE WIN AWAY from the 2026 World Series! After taking Games 4 and 5 from the Cleveland Guardians, Tampa Bay heads home with a 3-2 ALCS lead. Can the Guardians force a Game 7, or will the Rays punch their ticket to face the Milwaukee Brewers? Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris break down Tampa Bay's comeback in the ALCS, including the surprising impact of Chandler Simpson. His elite speed, contact skills and improved defense are giving the Rays a different kind of offensive weapon. Eno even admits he may have underestimated Simpson! Plus, Nick Martinez continues to impress, Drew Rasmussen dominates Cleveland in Game 5, and the guys examine whether the Rays' bullpen is as deep as expected. On the Guardians' side, Parker Messick's command and workload raise questions, while the rainout has complicated Stephen Vogt's pitching plans. Looking ahead to Game 6, Freddy Peralta takes the mound for Tampa Bay after a brief relief appearance in Game 4. Cleveland will need to piece together its pitching staff to keep its season alive and save Gavin Williams for a potential Game 7. Then we turn to MLB news beyond the playoffs! Vladimir Guerrero Jr. undergoes eye surgery following a disappointing season, Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato prepares to enter the MLB market, and Shohei Ohtani intends to pitch again in 2027. The guys also discuss pitching injury updates, the Athletics' front-office direction, offseason roster decisions and managerial changes around baseball. **IN TODAY'S EPISODE** - Rays take a 3-2 ALCS lead over the Guardians - Chandler Simpson's surprising postseason impact - Nick Martinez's pitch mix and Game 4 success - Drew Rasmussen's dominant Game 5 performance - Parker Messick's command and workload concerns - Is Tampa Bay's bullpen circle of trust shrinking? - Guardians vs. Rays ALCS Game 6 preview - Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s eye surgery and 2027 outlook - NPB Triple Crown winner Teruaki Sato coming to MLB - Shohei Ohtani's plans to pitch in 2027 - Tigers injury updates: Troy Melton and Reese Olson - Sonny Gray, Paul Goldschmidt and Caleb Durbin - Athletics front-office changes - Braves pitching plans for Spencer Strider, Spencer Schwellenbach and Didier Fuentes - Jakob Marsee's recovery outlook - Don Mattingly returns to Philadelphia; Joe Espada leaves Houston **LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND DROP US A COMMENT!** Are the Rays headed to the World Series? And has Chandler Simpson changed your opinion about the value of contact and speed in today's game? **CONNECT WITH RATES & BARRELS** Follow @rates_barrels on Instagram First Pitch Arizona — Join us for baseball and community Follow Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris on Bluesky Email: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join the Rates & Barrels Discord Subscribe to The Athletic Shop Rates & Barrels merchandise Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Executive Producer & Editor: McEnroe Francis Rates & Barrels | The Athletic 00:00 Intro 00:41 Eno's Marathon Weekend 02:01 Rays Rally Back Against Cleveland 02:26 Chandler Simpson's Surprising Impact 10:33 Is the Rays' Bullpen Circle of Trust Shrinking? 14:09 Guardians' Defensive Struggles 14:48 Parker Messick vs. Drew Rasmussen: What Is Good Command? 17:12 Rasmussen's Dominant Game 5 19:03 ALCS Game 6 Preview 20:27 Freddy Peralta's Unusual Preparation 22:51 Game 6 Predictions 24:00 Baseball News Beyond the Playoffs 24:48 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s Eye Surgery 27:11 Teruaki Sato Headed to the MLB Market 32:07 Shohei Ohtani Plans to Pitch in 2027 38:50 Troy Melton and Reese Olson Injury Updates 42:40 Sonny Gray's Future 43:20 Athletics' Front-Office Direction 49:53 Caleb Durbin and Paul Goldschmidt 51:35 Braves Pitching Plans for 2027 53:15 Jakob Marsee's UCL Surgery 56:08 Don Mattingly Returns to the Phillies 58:10 Joe Espada Out in Houston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 3d ago

    Brewers SWEEP Dodgers to Reach World Series! Is LA's Dynasty Over?

    The Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the WORLD SERIES for the first time since 1982! After sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, Milwaukee is four wins away from the first championship in franchise history. But how did the Brewers dismantle the defending champions, and is the Dodgers' dynasty approaching a turning point? Derek VanRiper and Stephen Nesbitt break down the Brewers' historic NLCS sweep, their remarkable comeback in Game 4, and the bullpen that continues to dominate October. DVR shares what reaching the World Series means to him as a lifelong Brewers fan, while the guys examine how Milwaukee's roster construction, player development, and relentless offense helped take down Los Angeles. Plus, Jake Bauers takes home NLCS MVP honors, Aaron Ashby delivers another postseason masterpiece, and the Brewers prepare to host World Series Game 1. In the American League, the Cleveland Guardians have taken a 2–1 ALCS lead over the Tampa Bay Rays. Petey Halpin comes through with another massive postseason home run, Gavin Williams continues to impress, and Cleveland's dominant bullpen is making life miserable for opposing hitters. Finally, it's time to Close the Tab on the 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers. After winning 100 games and entering October with three-peat aspirations, LA was swept out of the postseason. Is the veteran core getting too old? Should the Dodgers re-sign Tarik Skubal? And what does Shohei Ohtani's future as a two-way player look like? **On today's episode:** - Brewers sweep Dodgers and reach first World Series since 1982 - Milwaukee's Game 4 comeback and historic postseason run - DVR's emotional reaction to the Brewers' pennant - Aaron Ashby, Jake Bauers, Garrett Mitchell and Milwaukee's organizational success - Guardians take a 2–1 ALCS lead over the Rays - Petey Halpin, Gavin Williams and Cade Smith - Postseason bullpen management and Tampa Bay's offensive struggles - Sage Performance Review: Jake Bauers' remarkable resurgence - Closing the Tab: Dodgers' aging roster, prospects and Tarik Skubal - Shohei Ohtani's health and his future as a two-way player **Like, subscribe and drop us a comment!** Are the Brewers the World Series favorites? And do you think the Dodgers' championship window is beginning to close? CONNECT WITH RATES & BARRELS 🎟️ First Pitch Arizona — Join the baseball community 💬 Join the Rates & Barrels Discord 📧 Email: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com 🧢 Shop Rates & Barrels merchandise ⚾ Subscribe to The Athletic 📱 Follow Rates & Barrels on Instagram: @rates_barrels Follow Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris on Bluesky. Hosts: Derek VanRiper and Stephen Nesbitt Executive Producer & Editor: McEnroe Francis Rates & Barrels | The Athletic 00:00 Intro 01:06 The Brewers' Historic NLCS Sweep 06:10 How Milwaukee's Entire Roster Contributed 08:13 Do the Brewers Really Need Home Runs? 12:39 DVR Reflects on a Lifetime of Brewers Fandom 18:33 How Milwaukee Built a World Series Team 21:00 Aaron Ashby and the Brewers' Bullpen 28:02 Jake Bauers' Remarkable Journey 33:43 A Message from Sage 34:05 Guardians Take Control of the ALCS 39:23 Gavin Williams and Cleveland's Dominant Bullpen 43:59 ALCS Game 4 and Bullpen Strategy 47:08 Why Postseason Hitting Is So Difficult 54:00 Sage Performance Review: Jake Bauers 1:00:24 Closing the Tab: Los Angeles Dodgers 1:04:41 Is the Dodgers' Aging Core a Problem? 1:08:24 Tarik Skubal and the Dodgers' Offseason 1:13:47 Can Shohei Ohtani Remain a Two-Way Star? 1:18:39 World Series Plans and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 4d ago

    MLB Playoff Pitching Has Gone WILD | Bullpen Fatigue

    Are MLB teams pushing pitchers TOO FAR in the 2026 postseason? Relievers are being asked to throw more pitches than they have all season, starters are appearing on their normal throwing days, and bullpens are being stretched to their limits. But is the biggest danger injury, fatigue, or something teams might be overlooking entirely: PITCH COMMAND? Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris and former MLB reliever Trevor May break down the wild pitching decisions defining October, the Milwaukee Brewers' commanding NLCS lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers, and what comes next for the Atlanta Braves. Trevor May has some serious questions about the way teams are using pitchers this postseason. Eno digs into the data on pitch usage, Stuff+, Location+ and fatigue, uncovering an important trend: pitchers may maintain their stuff while losing command, especially during and after unusually demanding outings. The Milwaukee Brewers have taken a 3-0 series lead and pushed the Los Angeles Dodgers to the brink of elimination! Blake Snell looked nearly unhittable before another marathon Jake Bauers at-bat helped change the game. Was Snell left in too long, or did Milwaukee simply execute when it mattered? The crew breaks down the Brewers' offensive approach, Robert Gasser's five scoreless innings, the Dodgers' struggles, and how Milwaukee could close out the series. Plus, with Tyler Glasnow set for Game 4, what pitching approach gives the Brewers their best chance to reach the World Series? Trevor May and Eno Sarris examine William Contreras' swing, pitch-type strengths and weaknesses, and the strategy pitchers should use to get him out. DVR, Eno and Trevor evaluate Atlanta's long-term outlook, including Ronald Acuña Jr.'s health, Austin Riley's offensive decline, Chris Sale's workload, the uncertain futures of Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach, and the team's ongoing shortstop problem. Are MLB managers overworking their pitchers this October? Should the Dodgers have taken Blake Snell out earlier? And how would YOU pitch to William Contreras? Like, subscribe and drop us a comment! **MORE RATES & BARRELS** Join our Discord for live game conversations and mailbag questions: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Shop Rates & Barrels merchandise: https://rates-and-barrels.printify.me/ **FOLLOW THE HOSTS** Derek VanRiper on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dvr.bsky.social Eno Sarris on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/enosarris.bsky.social Email: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Contributor: Trevor May Executive Producer & Editor: McEnroe Francis Rates & Barrels | The Athletic #MLBPlayoffs #NLCS #Brewers #Dodgers #Pitching #WilliamContreras #TrevorMay #Braves #RatesAndBarrels 00:00 – Intro 01:34 – Trevor May on Extreme Postseason Bullpen Usage 02:48 – Grant Taylor and Didier Fuentes: Longer Relief Outings 07:27 – The Short-Term and Long-Term Effects of Fatigue 08:55 – Eno's Research: Starters Pitching on Throw Days 11:17 – Relievers Exceeding Their Regular-Season Pitch Limits 12:32 – What Happens When Pitchers Work Three Days in a Row? 14:08 – The Hidden Cost of Losing Pitch Command 17:39 – Abner Uribe's Struggles in NLCS Game 3 19:33 – Should Teams Prepare Relievers for Longer Outings? 21:39 – Managing Uribe and Other High-Leverage Pitchers 22:16 – Did the Dodgers Leave Blake Snell in Too Long? 27:11 – Jake Bauers' Epic 11-Pitch At-Bat 28:43 – The Brewers' Unusual Postseason Offensive Profile 30:27 – Milwaukee's Defense and the NLCS Game 3 Recap 35:43 – NLCS Game 4 Preview: Tyler Glasnow and Milwaukee's Pitching Plan 38:05 – How I'd Pitch to William Contreras 43:05 – Where Can Pitchers Limit Contreras' Damage? 46:15 – Closing the Tab: Atlanta Braves 55:36 – Raisel Iglesias, Didier Fuentes and the Bullpen 58:52 – Final Thoughts and What's Next Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 5d ago

    MLB Championship Series Preview: Can the Dodgers & Rays Respond?

    The Milwaukee Brewers have a 2-0 NLCS lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers, while the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays are tied 1-1 in the ALCS. With Game 3 approaching in both Championship Series, what adjustments could decide who reaches the 2026 World Series? DVR, Eno and Jed Lowrie break down the latest MLB playoff action, preview the critical pitching matchups, and close the book on the Chicago White Sox's surprising 2026 season. Milwaukee has taken the first two games against Los Angeles, and a 12-pitch walk by Jake Bauers may have been one of the biggest turning points of Game 2. We analyze how Bauers battled Yoshinobu Yamamoto, drove up his pitch count and set up Christian Yelich's two-run single that knocked the Dodgers' ace out of the game. Looking ahead to Game 3, how should the Brewers approach Blake Snell? Can Robert Gasser's unique pitch mix keep the Dodgers' lineup off balance? And which team has the advantage as the NLCS shifts to Los Angeles? The Rays have evened the ALCS at 1-1 after Freddy Peralta delivered six scoreless innings in Game 2, reaching 99.4 mph and dominating with his elevated fastball. Plus, Rays infielder Taylor Walls gives a fascinating explanation of how elite defenders anticipate where a baseball will be hit. Jed Lowrie shares his own major league experience with defensive positioning, pitch recognition and reacting to contact. With the series heading to Cleveland, the crew takes a deep dive into Gavin Williams' arsenal and how Tampa Bay hitters should approach him. Can Griffin Jax deliver enough innings to give the Rays an advantage in Game 3? The White Sox made an incredible turnaround in 2026, but their season ended with a disappointing five-game ALDS loss to Cleveland. What went wrong for Chicago's high-strikeout offense? Can Colson Montgomery, Munetaka Murakami and Kyle Teel make the adjustments needed to take the next step? DVR, Eno and Jed examine the development of Chicago's young core, the future of Noah Schultz and Grant Taylor, and whether the White Sox should make a major investment in their starting rotation. Could a frontline free-agent pitcher turn the White Sox into legitimate World Series contenders in 2027? 💬 **JOIN THE CONVERSATION** Who wins Game 3 of the NLCS and ALCS? Are the Brewers the team to beat in the National League? And should the White Sox spend big this offseason? Like, subscribe and drop us a comment! **MORE RATES & BARRELS** 💬 Join our Discord for conversations and mailbag questions: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe 📰 Subscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels 👕 Shop Rates & Barrels merchandise: https://rates-and-barrels.printify.me/ **FOLLOW THE HOSTS** Derek VanRiper on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dvr.bsky.social Eno Sarris on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/enosarris.bsky.social 📧 Email: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Hosts:Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Contributor:Jed Lowrie Executive Producer & Editor: McEnroe Francis Rates & Barrels | The Athletic #MLBPlayoffs #Brewers #Dodgers #ALCS #NLCS #Guardians #Rays #WhiteSox #RatesAndBarrels 00:00 – Introduction: NLCS & ALCS Game 3 Preview 01:24 – The Moneyball Advantages 02:52 – Jake Bauers' 12-Pitch Walk vs. Yoshinobu Yamamoto 06:15 – How Long At-Bats Wear Down Elite Pitchers 14:05 – NLCS Game 3 Preview: Blake Snell vs. Robert Gasser 20:26 – Why Robert Gasser's Pitch Mix Is So Difficult 22:37 – Freddy Peralta's Dominant ALCS Game 2 25:49 – José Ramírez's Defensive Mistakes 32:36 – Taylor Walls Explains the Art of Infield Defense 39:39 – Jed Lowrie on Defensive Preparation & Positioning 44:25 – Parker Messick and the Guardians' Game 3 Outlook 45:48 – How Would You Hit Against Gavin Williams? 53:14 – Griffin Jax and Tampa Bay's Game 3 Strategy 54:20 – Closing the Tab: Chicago White Sox 56:25 – The White Sox's Emerging Young Core 1:05:02 – How the White Sox Can Reduce Their Strikeouts 1:06:36 – Final Thoughts & What's Next Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 6d ago

    Should the Dodgers BENCH Shohei Ohtani? | NLCS & ALCS Breakdowns

    Should the Los Angeles Dodgers actually consider BENCHING Shohei Ohtani? The Milwaukee Brewers have jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the NLCS, Cleveland has stolen Game 1 of the ALCS from Tampa Bay, and the New York Yankees are facing some uncomfortable questions after another disappointing October. Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris and Britt Ghiroli break down the latest MLB playoff action on Rates & Barrels, including Milwaukee's formula for beating the Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani's struggles, Cleveland's pitching strategy against the Rays, and a deep dive into what went wrong for the 2026 Yankees. Milwaukee has taken the first two games of the NLCS despite facing Tarik Skubal and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. What's making the Brewers so difficult to beat? Looking ahead to Game 3, can Blake Snell and the Dodgers turn the series around against Robert Gasser? The Guardians stunned Tampa Bay in ALCS Game 1, rallying against Drew Rasmussen and the Rays' bullpen. Did Kevin Cash leave Rasmussen in too long? How did Cleveland use Tampa Bay's platoon weaknesses to its advantage? And can the Guardians maintain their momentum against Freddy Peralta in Game 2? DVR, Eno and Britt examine Cleveland's aggressive approach at the plate, Parker Messick's workload, the impact of Chase DeLauter and Patrick Bailey, and Junior Caminero's injury scare. Another 90-win season. Another October disappointment. And another winter of questions in the Bronx. Britt Ghiroli examines the Yankees' lack of accountability, the health concerns surrounding Aaron Judge, and why the organizational culture may no longer resemble the Yankees teams that won championships. Should Aaron Boone return? What changes should Brian Cashman make? Can the Yankees build a roster that wins with contact, defense and situational baseball instead of relying so heavily on power? What do you think? Should the Dodgers bench Ohtani? Are the Brewers the NL favorites? And what needs to change for the Yankees to win another World Series? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Like, subscribe and drop us a comment! 💬 Join the Rates & Barrels Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe 📰 Subscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels 👕 Rates & Barrels Merch: https://rates-and-barrels.printify.me/ Follow Rates & Barrels: Derek VanRiper on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dvr.bsky.social Eno Sarris on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/enosarris.bsky.social 📧 ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Contributor:Britt Ghiroli Executive Producer & Editor:McEnroe Francis #MLBPlayoffs #Brewers #Dodgers #ShoheiOhtani #Yankees #RatesAndBarrels 00:00 – Guardians Win Game 1; Brewers Take Control of NLCS 02:34 – Did Kevin Cash Leave Drew Rasmussen in Too Long? 06:55 – How Cleveland Exploited Tampa Bay's Platoon Weaknesses 13:43 – Guardians' Aggressive Approach Against Rasmussen 15:18 – ALCS Game 2 Preview: Parker Messick vs. Freddy Peralta 21:43 – Brewers Lead Dodgers 2-0 in the NLCS 23:24 – Milwaukee's Winning Formula: Plate Discipline and Baserunning 25:40 – Shohei Ohtani's Health and Dodgers' Offensive Struggles 26:28 – Why Milwaukee's Fastball Strategy Is Working 28:15 – How the Dodgers Attacked Jacob Misiorowski 30:17 – The Brewers' Dominant Bullpen 32:17 – William Contreras, Christian Yelich and Cooper Pratt 38:39 – What Went Wrong with Yoshinobu Yamamoto? 39:57 – Why Haven't the Dodgers Used Edwin Díaz? 44:57 – NLCS Game 3 Preview: Robert Gasser vs. Blake Snell 48:05 – Should the Dodgers Bench Shohei Ohtani? 50:40 – Closing the Tab: The 2026 New York Yankees 01:02:36 – Are the Yankees Behind Baseball's Contact Revolution? 01:03:36 – Is the Yankees' Culture of Accountability Gone? 01:06:30 – The Yankees' Success Since Their Last World Series 01:08:12 – Final Thoughts and What's Next Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Oct 11

    Guardians vs. Rays ALCS Preview: Can Cleveland's Pitching Go the Distance?

    The 2026 ALCS is set! The Cleveland Guardians completed an incredible comeback against the Chicago White Sox, erasing a 2-0 ALDS deficit to advance to the American League Championship Series against the Tampa Bay Rays. But after surviving Chicago, does Cleveland have enough pitching left to take down Tampa Bay? Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris deliver their complete **Guardians vs. Rays ALCS preview**, breaking down projected starting pitching matchups, bullpen depth, lineup advantages, platoon strategies, X-factors and predictions for the best-of-seven series. José Ramírez delivered one of the most remarkable home runs in postseason history, Gavin Williams dominated Game 5, and Cade Smith has been nearly unhittable. Now the Guardians face a Rays team that won five of their six regular-season meetings and has a very different approach to managing its pitching staff. Can Cleveland navigate a potential bullpen game against Drew Rasmussen? How will Parker Messick and Gavin Williams match up against Tampa Bay's starters? And will Junior Caminero, Yandy Díaz or an unexpected Rays role player become the difference-maker? Who wins the ALCS — Guardians or Rays? And how many games will it take? Drop your predictions in the comments!** 👍 Like, subscribe and drop us a comment! ⚾ First Pitch Arizona: https://www.baseballhq.com/pricing/first-pitch-arizona-2026 💬 Join the Rates & Barrels Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe 📰 Subscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels 👕 Rates & Barrels Merch: https://rates-and-barrels.printify.me/ Follow Rates & Barrels: Derek VanRiper on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dvr.bsky.social Eno Sarris on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/enosarris.bsky.social 📧 Email: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com 🎧 Rates & Barrels — The Athletic's Baseball Podcast Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Executive Producer & Editor: McEnroe Francis #ALCS #Guardians #Rays #MLBPlayoffs #RatesAndBarrels 00:00 – Guardians Complete an Incredible ALDS Comeback 01:43 – Cleveland's Pitching Exposes Chicago's Biggest Weakness 06:56 – José Ramírez's Unbelievable Game 5 Home Run 11:45 – Guardians vs. Rays: Projected ALCS Pitching Matchups 14:24 – Comparing the Starting Rotations and Bullpens 16:22 – How Cleveland Can Attack Tampa Bay's Platoons 22:33 – Rays Dominate the Regular-Season Matchups 25:44 – Cade Smith and the Guardians' Bullpen Challenge 28:23 – Which Guardians Hitters Must Step Up? 33:14 – Breaking Down the Game 1 and Game 2 Matchups 39:36 – Tampa Bay's Pitching Depth and Defensive Advantage 42:16 – Why the ALCS Schedule Could Hurt Cleveland 44:40 – ALCS Predictions: Rays in Six? 49:24 – The Junior Caminero Trade Comes Back to Haunt Cleveland 51:29 – ALCS X-Factors and Unexpected Difference-Makers 52:18 – Could Tampa Bay's Outfield Defense Be Exposed? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Oct 10 ·  Video

    Starkville | Tim Kurkjian and Eduardo Pérez on Baseball’s Craziest October Moments, Controversies and Stories

    Tim Kurkjian and Eduardo Pérez return to Starkville! This week, Jayson and Doug welcome the baseball insiders to break down the wildest moments of the postseason, from Eduardo’s Dodgers and Yankees fumble to the best stories of October, including Bryan Baker’s buddies and the Tampa Bay Rays’ growth. They discuss the craziest things they’ve seen on the field, questionable umpire predictions, the Yankees’ wall controversy, and the lawyer explanations that followed. Plus, they dive into the baseball insanity surrounding the Guardians and White Sox, the challenges of retractable roofs in Tampa and Milwaukee, and Eduardo’s memorable encounter with a D-ring. And in Strange But True, a fair or foul call involving Milwaukee’s roof takes center stage. Finally, Tim and Eduardo share stories from their travels around baseball, including what makes Tim Kurkjian such a legendary storyteller. Rundown: 00:33 In The Booth 05:59 Up Next 06:03 Tim and Eduardo Visit Starkville! 13:48 Best Thing This Postseason 23:36 Craziest Things Seen 30:21 Guardians and White Sox 42:25 Let’s Talk About Roofs 47:41 Elite Shortstop Explanation 51:49 Top Tales About Traveling With Tim and Eduardo 1:00:00 Up Next 1:00:35 Strange But True 01:12:26 Wrap Up Follow Jayson on Bluesky: @jaysonst.bsky.social Follow Doug on Bluesky: @dougglanville.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.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: Tony Gwynn Jr. & Mark Grant Producer: Matthew Chilelli Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Oct 9

    Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS Preview: Who Has the Edge?

    The Dodgers have the star power, the Cy Young-caliber rotation and seemingly endless pitching depth. But are the Brewers actually the perfect team to beat them? Eno Sarris and Trevor May preview the Dodgers-Brewers NLCS, breaking down a loaded Los Angeles rotation featuring Tarik Skubal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow and how Milwaukee's contact-heavy, low-chase offense might attack it. Can the Brewers grind down L.A.'s starters and reach the vulnerable portions of the bullpen? Is Jacob Misiorowski the great equalizer? How important will Aaron Ashby, Abner Uribe and Trevor Megill be in a seven-game series? And could simply getting one blowout win — and saving the high-leverage arms for another night — ultimately swing the NLCS? Plus, Eno and Trevor reveal their X-factors and make their picks to reach the World Series. Who wins the NLCS: Dodgers or Brewers? Like, Subscribe and drop us a comment! e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Rates & Barrels MERCH: https://rates-and-barrels.printify.me/ 00:00 — Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS Preview 03:47 — Can Milwaukee Crack the Dodgers' Rotation? 09:03 — Breaking Down the Dodgers' Bullpen 11:47 — Is Edwin Díaz Back? 16:25 — What's Wrong With the Dodgers' Offense? 19:25 — Dodgers vs. Brewers Offense 23:03 — Jacob Misiorowski & the Brewers' Rotation 25:34 — Where the Dodgers Have the Pitching Edge 26:55 — The Key to the Series 28:06 — Brewers Bullpen & Aaron Ashby 31:33 — Death By A Thousand Cuts 32:20 — How Milwaukee Can Attack Dodgers Pitching 36:35 — Can the Brewers Grind Down Skubal? 38:41 — How Milwaukee Can Slow Down an Ace 41:20 — The Left-Handed Matchup Game 43:41 — NLCS X-Factors 48:54 — Trevor & Eno Make Their Picks 51:15 — Why Is Postseason Offense Disappearing? 58:13 — Has Baseball Come Full Circle? Hosts: Eno Sarris & Trevor May Executive Producer & Editor: McEnroe Francis 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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