The Eyes Have It - A BaseballHQ Prospect Podcast

Chris Blessing, BaseballHQ.Com
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The Eyes Have it podcast combines in-person prospect looks with Dynasty/keeper analysis. Hosted by Brent Hershey (Co-General Manger, BaseballHQ.com) and Chris Blessing (Prospect writer, BaseballHQ.com), the podcast runs weekly throughout the season, discussing prospects at the minor league, college, and prep levels, with a fantasy tilt. The Eyes Have it podcast will also conduct interviews with other industry personalities and an occasional interview with others as well, possibly even front office types and players.

  1. May 25

    Episode 6.10: Arizona Complex Scouting with Jason Pennini

    Chris is joined by former Minnesota Twins scout Jason Pennini, who has been covering the Arizona Complex League throughout the spring. Jason walks through his scouting process while breaking down several emerging prospects, including Giants standouts Luis Hernandez and Josuar Gonzalez and Brewers right‑hander Brailyn Antunez. The two also dive into a group of intriguing young arms, such as Cubs prospect Kaleb Wing, Reds prospect Aaron Watson, and Diamondbacks prospect Dean Livingston.

    1h 18m

  2. May 20

    Episode 6.9: Reevaluating the Process with Jeffrey Paternostro

    Chris opens the episode with a look at several Atlanta Braves prospects, including Eric Hartman and John Gil, before welcoming Baseball Prospectus’ Jeffrey Paternostro for a wide‑ranging conversation. Together they dig into what it means to reevaluate the scouting process while breaking down a mix of emerging talent—rookies like Konnor Griffin and Carson Benge, as well as prospects such as Elian Peña and Kade Anderson.

    2h 4m

  3. May 14

    Episode 6.8: Inflation/Deflation Report with Jesse Severe

    Chris welcomes Jesse Severe of BaseballHQ to the show for a special inflation/deflation episode, breaking down which prospects are trending up—and which are losing steam. They dig into risers like Kaelen Culpepper and Seaver King, as well as players whose stock has cooled, including Max Clark. Chris also shares his thoughts on Ralphy Velazquez and Dixon Williams.

    1h 19m

  4. May 5

    Episode 6.7: West Coast Looks with Rhys White

    On this week’s episode, Chris is joined by Dynasty Dugout’s Rhys White to break down standout prospects from the California League. The conversation highlights Dodgers shortstop Emil Morales, Padres left-hander Kruz Schoolcraft, and other notable names making noise on the West Coast. They also take an early look ahead to the 2026 draft, discussing UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, who is widely viewed as the likely first overall pick and a future Chicago White Sox.

    1h 9m

  5. May 1

    Episode 6.6: Solo Ramblings from Georgia, not Minnesota

    On this week’s podcast, Chris goes solo and shares some lessons he’s learned about evaluating prospects after attending a Mariners/Twins matchup in person. Then, he dives into his thoughts on several notable prospects, including Pirates phenom Seth Hernandez—who could be the No. 1 prospect in baseball by June—Twins infielder Kaelen Culpepper, and a handful of other names worth tracking. A thoughtful episode packed with firsthand observations and prospect insight.

    49 min

  6. Apr 24

    Episode 6.5: Prospecting for prospects with Tanner Smith

    Chris is joined by BaseballHQ’s Tanner Smith for a wide-ranging prospect conversation, breaking down some of the most intriguing young players in the minors. The duo dives into Mets prospect AJ Ewing, Phillies standout Gage Wood, Brewers infielder Cooper Pratt, and several other names fantasy managers and prospect hounds should have on their radar. From skill sets to developmental paths, this episode is packed with insight for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve.

    58 min

  7. Apr 17

    Episode 6.4: Early Season Risers with James Anderson

    Early risers, sleeper breakouts, and a future No. 1 pitching prospect debate. Chris opens with recent BaseballHQ.com write-ups before bringing in RotoWire’s James Anderson to break down rising names like Theo Gillen, Taitn Gray, and Ralphy Velazquez—plus a showdown between Seth Hernandez and Kendry Chourio.

    59 min

  8. Apr 9

    Episode 6.3 Arizona prospect reports with Chris Welsh

    On the latest episode of the EHI Podcast, Chris breaks down the top Blue Jays prospects before welcoming RotoBaller Chris Welsh to the show. Welsh shares his in-person scouting takes from Arizona on several top prospects, including Rangers right-hander A.J. Russell, Reds outfielder Steele Hall, Diamondbacks infielder Kayson Cunningham, and more.

    1h 12m
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The Eyes Have it podcast combines in-person prospect looks with Dynasty/keeper analysis. Hosted by Brent Hershey (Co-General Manger, BaseballHQ.com) and Chris Blessing (Prospect writer, BaseballHQ.com), the podcast runs weekly throughout the season, discussing prospects at the minor league, college, and prep levels, with a fantasy tilt. The Eyes Have it podcast will also conduct interviews with other industry personalities and an occasional interview with others as well, possibly even front office types and players.

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