The Fantasy Six Pack Hour

Joe Bond and A.J. Applegarth
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Joe Bond and A.J. Applegarth get you prepared for your Fantasy Football and Fantasy Baseball leagues so you can dominate your competition. Join them as they crack open a beer (or two), share a few laughs, and discuss the hot topics from the week!

  1. 2D AGO

    2026 Fantasy Baseball ADP Risers & Fallers: Spring Training Movers

    Is Carlos Estévez throwing 88 mph a red flag or spring training noise? Should you buy Spencer Strider's velocity dip at pick 112? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down the biggest 2026 fantasy baseball ADP movers using live NFBC datam from injured closers crashing 40+ spots to red-hot prospects climbing the draft board. The guys debate which fallers are worth buying (Eugenio Suárez back in Cincinnati for 40+ bombs?) and which risers are traps (Jarren Durán crushing spring but was Corey's bust pick). Plus: FanDuel betting props on Rafael Devers (30.5 HR over/under) and Spencer Strider (168.5 K over/under). Biggest fallers: Carlos Estévez: 95 mph → 88 mph velocity, Matt Strom lurking (dropped 10 spots) Spencer Strider: Velocity at 94-95 vs peak 98, Corey takes the under on 168.5 K prop Hunter Greene: Elbow surgery, won't pitch until July, ADP crashed from 42 to 330 Josh Hader: Bicep injury, Brian Abreu ready to close (dropped from 109 to 119) Jordan Westburg: Torn UCL, won't return until at least after April (fell to pick 329) Biggest risers: Jarren Durán: 6 HR in 30 spring at-bats including bombs off Sale/Scubal (up 7-8 spots) Matt McLain: .607 spring avg, 2 K in 28 AB, Corey admits "I can be proven wrong" (up to 169) Jac Caglianone: "Could make a run at 40 home runs" - Corey (up to 182) Shane McClanahan: Velocity climbing, only throwing 80% effort (still 195 ADP) Konnor Griffin: Great talent, but are we buying the hype too much? (up to 132) Heated debates: Devers 30.5 HR prop: All three take the over despite .236 avg in San Francisco Hunter Greene innings: Joe says 80, Corey says 40, who do you agree with? Sal Stewart vs Matt McLain: Who's the Reds first baseman to trust? Ivan Herrera utility-only: Still worth it at pick 170? Plus: Why Corey's taking Blake Snell at pick 171 in deep leagues, AJ's Andrew Painter hype as a "generational talent," and the Kevin McGonigle Tigers breakout nobody's talking about. Rankings and cheat sheets at fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 29m

  2. MAR 6

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft: Building Championship Teams

    What happens when three fantasy baseball experts draft four teams each? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper run a live 12-team mock draft, debating every pick in real time, from Shohei Ohtani at #1 to the chaos of finding a second baseman past Round 7. The guys battle through eight rounds of sniping each other's targets, defending controversial picks, and revealing their actual draft strategies. AJ goes Judge-Lindor-Sanchez-Mookie Betts for a Yankees/Mets powerhouse. Corey builds the injury-risk all-star team with Acuña, Harper, Byron Buxton, and Jacob deGrom. Joe reaches for George Springer in Round 5 ("If I can get 25/15 out of him, I'm good") and takes three pitchers in a row (Rounds 4-5-6). Link to Draft Board: https://fantasysixpack.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-F6P-Hour-Fantasy-Baseball-Mock-Draft.jpg Heated debates: Ohtani vs Judge at #1: Utility flexibility or pure production? When to draft pitching: Joe takes Scubal Round 1, others wait until Round 3+ The second base wasteland: Only 5 drafted in 8 rounds, none between Rounds 3-7 George Springer in Round 5: Bold value play or massive reach? O'Neal Cruz: Joe scrolls past him for Riley Greene ("God, no") Controversial picks: AJ takes Crochet early, then admits "I'm regretting it" by Round 4 Corey's injury-prone team: Acuña, Buxton, Harper, deGrom, Christian Yelich Joe: "I just went three pitchers in a row. I don't think I've ever done that." Mason Miller in Round 6 as the first closer off the board Plus: Why every team has 2-3 pitchers after 8 rounds (nobody planned it, it just happened), the Fireball Draft story, and AJ's admission that he usually goes heavy on saves but drafted zero closers. Rankings and cheat sheets at fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 32m

  3. FEB 27

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: Value Picks at Every Position

    Should you draft Francisco Alvarez at pick 221 after injuries derailed his breakout? Is Luis Robert Jr. a league-winning steal in the Mets lineup? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down 2026 fantasy baseball sleepers at every position—value targets outside the top 150 who can smash their ADP. The guys debate late-round steals like Carter Jensen (95.4 mph exit velo tied with Aaron Judge), Andrew Vaughn after his .308 Milwaukee breakout, and Matt McLain batting second for the Reds. Plus: Max Muncy's vision correction unlocked 18 homers in half a season, Dansby Swanson's boring-but-reliable 20/15 upside at pick 148, and why Chris Bubic at pick 200+ is absurd value compared to Spencer Strider at 100. Key debates: Francisco Alvarez: Can he finally stay healthy and unlock 30-homer upside? Luis Robert Jr. vs injury concerns: 30/30 potential or bust? Matt McLain batting second: Real breakout or batting average drain? Shota Imanaga's velocity up 3 mph: Spring training noise or legit bounce-back? Plus: Joe loves Bryan Reynolds (shocking no one), AJ goes all-in on Mets players, and Corey breaks down why Carter Jensen should catch full-time over Salvy Perez. Rankings and cheat sheets at fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 13m

  4. FEB 20

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Busts to Avoid

    Are you about to draft Cal Raleigh in the second round? Paying up for Bryce Turang after his breakout? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down the 2026 fantasy baseball players whose draft cost doesn't match their projected production—from catchers to starting pitchers. The guys debate what "bust" actually means (spoiler: it's about draft cost, not total disaster), then rip through position-by-position overvalued players. Cal Raleigh after 60 homers? Will Smith with 150 fewer at-bats than other catchers? Josh Naylor after somehow stealing 30 bases with bottom-3% sprint speed? Colson Montgomery's 44% hard-hit rate that screams regression? O'Neal Cruz hitting .102 against lefties? Heated moments: Joe and Corey clash on Geraldo Perdomo (Joe's out, Corey's in at the cost) Spencer Strider going at pick 100 after two awful seasons? All three are out The George Springer debate: 32 homers at age 37—fluke or repeatable? O'Neal Cruz: "Quite possibly one of the worst hitters in baseball" (Joe's words) Plus: Why Ozzie Albies' flip-flop injury pattern is a problem, Trevor Story's strikeout rate concerns, and Jacob deGrom's name-value trap at 38 years old. Rankings and cheat sheets at fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 20m

  5. FEB 13

    2026 Pitching Draft Strategy: Aces, Anchors & the Closer Gamble

    Should you pay up for Tarik Skubal in the first round, or is loading up on hitters the smarter play? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper debate the pitching draft strategy that actually wins 2026 fantasy baseball leagues—and they don't all agree. With pitcher IL days skyrocketing (15,000+ days missed in 2024) and starters averaging just 5.19 innings per outing, the old "pocket aces" strategy is getting flipped on its head. The guys hash out whether you need one elite arm or four mid-tier anchors, when it's too early to draft an ace (spoiler: Joe will never take one in the early first), and why Christopher Sanchez at SP6 makes Joe uncomfortable but Corey's all in. Plus: Why chasing wins is a "fool's errand" (Brady Singer had more wins than Skubal—let that sink in), the closers worth paying up for (hint: it's a very short list), and why Grant Hollar might be this year's league-winning waiver add in saves+holds leagues. Key Debates: Is Skubal worth a top-6 pick? (They disagree) Sanchez at SP6: Breakout or one-year mirage? Should you draft Jacob deGrom? (Hard pass from all three) Quality starts are dead—switch to quality appearances Join Fantasy Six Pack for rankings, projections, and Discord access: fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 13m

  6. FEB 10

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Draft Strategy: Hitters

    How do you build a championship-caliber offense in your 2026 fantasy baseball draft? Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down the hitter draft strategy you need to dominate, covering core philosophy, positional scarcity, category targets, and roster construction mistakes to avoid. In this comprehensive strategy episode, we tackle the biggest questions drafters face: Is shortstop really that deep? Which hitting categories are hardest to recover? Should you lock in elite SS/OF early or wait for value? How do you balance batting average risk with power and speed? We analyze how MLB trends should shift your approach, which positions require early investment, and the roster-building landmines that derail drafts in rounds 1-10. Whether you play on Yahoo, ESPN, NFBC, or Fantrax in roto or H2H formats, this is your guide to constructing a balanced, lethal hitting lineup for 2026. Key Topics: Core hitting philosophy for 12-team leagues, hardest categories to recover, protecting yourself in SB/HR/R/RBI, positional scarcity strategy, when to address each position, common roster construction mistakes, balancing upside with stability Get the Edge: Visit FantasySixPack.net for complete rankings, custom cheat sheets, and Discord access. Use code F6PPODS to save 15% on All-Access membership. Move your leagues to Fantrax, the best place to play fantasy baseball for free: Fantrax.com/FantasySixPack Hosted by Joe Bond (@F6P_Joe), A.J. Applegarth (@AppleGarthAlgar), and Corey Pieper (@copieps) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 11m

  7. FEB 2

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Offseason Losers: Bregman, Gray, Baz

    2026 FANTASY BASEBALL DRAFTS ARE WON IN THE OFFSEASON. In this episode, we break down the BIGGEST free agency signings and trades to identify the true LOSERS and exactly how these offseason moves change your 2026 fantasy baseball draft board in a typical 12‑team redraft league. Get actionable draft strategy, not just ta ransaction recap. Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper host The Fantasy Six Pack Hour (The F6P Hour), digging into who got buried by new competition from offseason trades and signings and where the landmines are hiding at their current ADP. If you draft on Yahoo, ESPN, NFBC, or Fantrax, this is your roadmap to updating your rankings for the 2026 season. LOSERS COVERED: Hitters: Alex Bregman, Coby Mayo, Brandon Lowe Pitchers: Shane Baz, Pete Fairbanks, Sonny Gray, Freddy Peralta Plus: Still Not Signed Players to Monitor WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Which bats lost playing time, lineup spots, or park factors and are now overdrafted Offseason losers and landmines you should let your league‑mates draft instead How free agency and trades should change your rankings, tiers, and draft plan Get Exclusive Fantasy Baseball Advice! Join Fantasy Six Pack for award-winning draft rankings, draft cheat sheet, projections and in-depth fantasy baseball analysis: https://fantasysixpack.net/plans Use Promocode F6PPODS to save 15%! Follow the Hosts: Joe: @F6P_Joe | AJ: @AppleGarthAlgar | Corey: @copieps More Fantasy Baseball Content: https://fantasysixpack.net/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    35 min

  8. JAN 30

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Offseason Winners: Tucker, Bichette, Cease

    2026 FANTASY BASEBALL DRAFTS ARE WON IN THE OFFSEASON. In this episode, we break down the BIGGEST free agency signings and trades to identify the true WINNERS and exactly how these offseason moves change your 2026 fantasy baseball draft board in a typical 12‑team redraft league. Get actionable draft strategy, not just transaction recap. Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper host The Fantasy Six Pack Hour (The F6P Hour), digging into which hitters and pitchers gained real value from offseason trades and signings and where the opportunity is hiding at current ADP. If you draft on Yahoo, ESPN, NFBC, or Fantrax, this is your roadmap to updating your rankings for the 2026 season. WINNERS COVERED: Hitters: Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, Willson Contreras, Luis Robert Pitchers: Dylan Cease, Ryan Helsley, Edward Cabrera, Devin Williams, Tatsuya Imai WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Which hitters are TRUE offseason winners and worth targeting aggressively in 2026 drafts The starting pitchers and closers who gained roles, run support, or job security How free agency and trades should change your rankings, tiers, and draft plan Get Exclusive Fantasy Baseball Advice! Join Fantasy Six Pack for award-winning draft rankings, draft cheat sheet, projections and in-depth fantasy baseball analysis: https://fantasysixpack.net/plans Use Promocode F6PPODS to save 15%! Follow the Hosts: Joe: @F6P_Joe | AJ: @AppleGarthAlgar | Corey: @copieps More Fantasy Baseball Content: https://fantasysixpack.net/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    41 min
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Joe Bond and A.J. Applegarth get you prepared for your Fantasy Football and Fantasy Baseball leagues so you can dominate your competition. Join them as they crack open a beer (or two), share a few laughs, and discuss the hot topics from the week!

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  • Creator
    Joe Bond and A.J. Applegarth
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    434
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joe Bond and A.J. Applegarth
  • Show Website
    The Fantasy Six Pack Hour

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