In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode one of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the fan experience may change: how going to games, watching games at home and how memorabilia is shifting from physical to digital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al assess this week's group of waiver wire targets, and while it's not creating much buzz, they look at the appeal offered by several hitters, including Luke Voit, Josh Naylor, Alek Thomas and Brandon Drury. They also consider some pitchers for the longer haul, like George Kirby, Kyle Bradish and Reid Detmers, and some streaming options, including Drew Smyly, Daniel Lynch, Yusei Kikuchi and Jeffrey Springs. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Al and Nando consider whether the early rebounds from Christian Yelich, Gleyber Torres and DJ LeMahieu are sustainable, and they discuss their level of interest in Dodgers righty Ryan Pepiot in light of his Wednesday debut. They also determine which slow-starting players are worth dropping, including Trevor Story, Justin Turner, Charlie Morton and Trevor Rogers. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss Jo Adell?s future, Paul DeJong?s demotion and the expected opportunity for Nolan Gorman ? the tough adjustment period for several rookies earlier this season ? a new ?Nando Guy? in the Bronx, Leody Taveras? path back to Texas, a reminder of how humbling fantasy baseball can be on a day-to-day basis, the Dodgers winning by too much for Craig Kimbrel to get saves, and more.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al revisit the debuts of George Kirby and Alek Thomas and look at an increasingly crowded Tigers rotation with the emergence of Alex Faedo and Joey Wentz. They also discuss the increasingly prominent fantasy profiles of Robert Hassell III and Michael Harris II. DVR and Al wind up with their weekly minor league level roundup, this time focusing on Double-A standouts like Moisés Gómez and Eury Pérez. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al break down a particularly busy week for sorting out waiver wire options, which features a number of recent and potential prospect call-ups, including Jose Miranda, Royce Lewis, MJ Melendez and George Kirby. They looked at the shallow-league appeal of Jameson Taillon and Glenn Otto, and considered some deeper-league hitting and pitching options as well, such as Edward Olivares, Yadiel Hernandez, Drew Smyly and Austin Gomber. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another beat writer day here on The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast. On this episode, we discuss Mariners with Corey Brock, Astros with Jake Kaplan, and White Sox with James Fegan. Follow Corey (Mariners) on Twitter: @CoreyBrockMLB Follow Jake (Astros) on Twitter: @jakemkaplan Follow James (White Sox) on Twitter: @JRFegan Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few names emerging on the dynasty league radar, Joey Votto v. Nelson Cruz as rebound candidates, sticking with highly-regarded prospects long after they have debuted, Jo Adell as a buy-low trade target, Jose Miranda's famous cousin, and if the Yankees' pitching staff has improved with Gary Sánchez in Minnesota.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al look into the fantasy relevance of several prospect call-ups, including the Twins' Jose Miranda and Josh Winder, and they discuss prospects with rising roster rates, led by Nolan Gorman and Corbin Carroll. The week's prospect roundup focuses on Triple-A standouts, including Royce Lewis, Vinnie Pasquantino and Matthew Liberatore. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al consider whether Taylor Ward, Brandon Marsh and Andrew Vaughn are worth adding in the shallowest of leagues and where more highly-available hitters like Joey Wendle and Santiago Espinal should be rostered. They also discuss the latest prospect call-up, Orioles righty Kyle Bradish, and other pitchers who could be added, such as Glenn Otto, Bruce Zimmermann and Jake Junis. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you get when you mix statistical stabilization points with the end of the first month of the baseball season. A mAprilstrom, of course. Nick Groke joins Beller and Al on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast to discuss which hot starts we can take at face value, and which ones we should look at dubiously. Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickgroke Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the early-season value of long relievers like Keegan Thompson, why they may become less interesting as rosters shrink, Nando's fast start in the "Nap League", Nolan Gorman v. Jo Adell in long-term leagues, patience with Spencer Howard, and whether it's a good idea to target a few bats in Oakland for improved power production later this season.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Prospect Tuesday edition of the show, DVR and Al consider Adley Rutschman's value for single-catcher redraft leagues, while also looking at the longer-term appeal of recently-demoted Bryson Stott and recently-promoted Richie Palacios. They peruse the Z-Contact% leaderboard for rookie pitchers, assess whether to stash Triston Casas, Nolan Gorman and Max Meyer, and discuss some Class A standouts, such as Pete Crow-Armstrong, Carson Williams and Kahlil Watson. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al explain whether it makes sense to pursue Jurickson Profar in FAB after his hot start, and they also look into other hitters on waivers, including Aaron Hicks, Taylor Ward, Tyler Wade and Cristian Pache., They also consider Paul Blackburn's surprising start, as well as the fantasy appeal of Tyler Anderson, Ross Stripling and two-start pitchers like Mitch Keller and Josh Fleming. Tanner Rainey, Hansel Robles and Dany Jiménez are among the relievers discussed for this week's bidding. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's our first beat writer episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast this season, with Katie Woo checking in from St. Louis, and Steve Berman giving us the latest on the A's. Beller and Al wrap up the episode with a buy-sell-hold-based look at players who have gotten off to surprisingly strong starts over the first few weeks of the year. Follow Katie (Cardinals) on Twitter: @katiejwoo Follow Steve (A's) on Twitter: @BASportsGuy Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the league-wide drop in offensive output and try to parse blame between a new baseball, the shortened spring training, and other factors. Plus, Mookie Betts' quiet start, Gerrit Cole, Luke Voit & Tyler Stephenson, Jameson Taillon's early value jump, and a big milestone for Ian.   Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al zero in on the major league debuts of three pitchers -- MacKenzie Gore, Nick Lodolo and Bryce Elder -- on Prospect Tuesday, and they consider the redraft league appeal of Grayson Rodriguez and Max Meyer. They also gauge their level of concern regarding Kevin Smith, Bobby Witt Jr.., Bryson Stott and other rookies who have possibly been a little too aggressive so far. Then they discuss the hot starts of Noelvi Marte, Robert Hassell III, Kyle Harrison, Owen White and a few other players who are beginning the season at High-A. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al consider whether the rush to add Steven Kwan from waivers has run its course, and they look at other possible hitters to add, including Connor Joe, Anthony Santander, Oscar Mercado and Owen Miller. They discuss how aggressively fantasy managers should bid on MacKenzie Gore and Kyle Wright, and sort out a number of bullpen options, such as Tanner Rainey, Dany Jiménez and Jake Diekman. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reliever guru Greg Jewett joins Beller and Al to discuss Ryan Pressly, Craig Kimbrel, HLRs, FAAB strategy and more on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball podcast. Follow Greg on Twitter: @gjewett9 Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this prospects edition of the show, DVR and Al consider the redraft league appeal of Matt Brash, Heliot Ramos and C.J. Abrams and discuss several trending players, including Steven Kwan, Kyle Wright, Jhoan Duran and Triston Casas. They also take a look at a number of intriguing players who are starting the season at Double-A, including this week's deep sleeper prospect from the Brewers system. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss the fast start to Steven Kwan?s rookie campaign, life with baseball on TV around the clock, what they?re looking for in the early days of the new season, Ian?s concern about Michael Kopech, Jo Adell?s bumpy opening series, Jurickson Profar (!?), and very under-the-radar prospect that Nando is pursuing in Texas, and more.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al dig into the waiver options heading into the first full week of the 2022 season. C.J. Abrams, Josh Lowe, Jeremy Peña and Andrew McCutchen are among the hitters who are available in many 12-team leagues, while Drew Rasmussen, Matt Brash and Tylor Megill headline the list of available pitchers. They also consider how much to bid on relief options, including David Robertson and Tony Santillan. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB's opening weekend is here! Lineup guru Mike Kurland joins Michael Beller and Al Melchior to discuss the lineup construction intrigue they'll be watching over the first few days of the season. Follow Mike on Twitter: @Mike_Kurland Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few late spring risers -- including a favorite in Kansas City securing his rotation spot, and an interesting sleeper bat in Pittsburgh -- before considering the risk-reward balance of injured aces, Byron Buxton, and the top prospects set to debut for their teams on Opening Day including Bobby Witt Jr., Spencer Torkelson, and Julio Rodríguez. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Al Melchior and Michael Beller look at the impact of Austin Meadows' departure on the Rays' roster, particularly in reference to playing time for Isaac Paredes, Josh Lowe and Vidal Bruján. They also assess the fantasy value of numerous prospects who have already secured major league roster spots for opening day, from big names like Julio Rodríguez, Bobby Witt Jr. and Hunter Greene, to less-heralded players like Diego Castillo, Seth Beer and Spencer Strider. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al look at the fantasy implications of the Craig Kimbrel-for-A.J. Pollock trade and then break down a large selection of waiver options to consider just before opening day. The discussion ranges from shallow-league-viable players like Randal Grichuk, Alejandro Kirk and Hunter Greene to deeper league options that include Brad Miller, Tyler Wade and Spencer Howard. They also mull over some potentially available relievers, such as Chris Stratton, Art Warren and Anthony Bender. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter when you listen to this episode, Opening Day will be less than one week away. So with that in mind, Al Melchior and Michael Beller decided that it's time to put down their final markers of draft season. The guys name the players they?re reaching for, those they're passing on at ADP, and those they want just for fun on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast. Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss several players who appear to be going too low in drafts this spring, Luis Robert's ceiling, Plus, fallout from the GDD draft including the downside to cheap pitching staffs (and the pursuit of discounted saves), and picking spots carefully with prospects in redraft leagues.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al kick off their prospects coverage for the 2022 season with a discussion of prospects who are being targeted in drafts and could have an impact this season. Bobby Witt Jr., Adley Rutschman, Oneil Cruz, Seiya Suzuki and Spencer Torkelson are among the hitters discussed, while DVR and Al dive into some analysis of pitching prospects that includes Shane Baz, Joe Ryan, Matt Brash, Hunter Greene and several others. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a keeper dilemma for Nando, Jackson Kowar, building a new dynasty league, Steven Kwan, hesitation with Shane Bieber in redraft leagues, trusting Jacob deGrom, buying in on Jorge Mateo's opportunity in Baltimore, and a few favorites for the AL Rookie of the Year award.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/fantasybaseballpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al compare March and February ADPs from NFBC leagues and assess how they like the new values for the biggest movers. Seiya Suzuki, Gary Sánchez, Mitch Garver, Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Jonathan Villar are among the fastest rising hitters they discuss, and they consider several pitchers on the rise, including Carlos Rodón, Yusei Kikuchi and Alex Colomé. Among the rapid fallers they discuss are Kyle Lewis, Jack Flaherty and Craig Kimbrel. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando & DVR are joined by Ariel Cohen (@ATCNY) to discuss the benefits of co-managing teams in a salary cap draft, a few undervalued Reds, opportunities in Oakland, Nelson Cruz's great landing spot with the Nationals, Gary Sánchez outside of New York, Luke Voit in San Diego, Zack Greinke's reunion with the Royals, and more.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ariel on Twitter: @ATCNY Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al conclude their series of divisional previews with a focus on the National League East. They consider the fantasy impact of Matt Olson's move to Atlanta as well as the latest update on Zack Wheeler. DVR and Al also do deep dives on the Nationals' outfield, the Mets' platoon possibilities and the Marlins' bullpen situation. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss their experiences in NL LABR, AL LABR and the ongoing Tout Wars Draft and Hold league including auction missteps, roster build strategies, the value of making a quick trade if a roster is imbalanced, and much more. When Adalberto Mondesi falls in a draft, is he worth the risk? Can Jameson Taillon bounce back in Year 2 with the Yankees? Draft Results:  NL LABR: https://rtsports.com/labr-nl-auction AL LABR: https://rtsports.com/labr-al-auction Tout Draft & Hold: https://bit.ly/ToutDH22 (Baseball came back about five minutes after we finished recording this episode. We look forward to a return to "normalcy" on our next episode.) Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al continue their series of divisional previews, turning their attention to the American League East. They consider the fantasy appeal of Vidal Bruján and Josh Lowe, highlight fantasy options they like in the Red Sox's and Yankees' rotations, discuss their expectations for Randal Grichuk and contemplate the impact of the new dimensions at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss an undervalued Frankie Montas, balancing evaluations against the tendencies of your opponents on draft day to maximize value on your roster, the uncertainty of a potential Kenley Jansen-Dodgers reunion, being selective about joining in-progress long-term leagues, and interest in Byron Buxton as a long-shot candidate to win the AL MVP award in 2022.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al make another stop on their series of divisional previews, this time focusing on the depth charts for each team in the National League Central. They look at some enticing fantasy options in the crowded Brewers and Reds rotations, consider some hitters to target in the Cubs' and Pirates' lineups and assess the fantasy value of Giovanny Gallegos. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss a few potential deep sleepers, potential draft eligibility tweaks to include Seiya Suzuki despite the ongoing lockout, giving falling prospects a pass for disappointing 2021 seasons, long-term interest in Forrest Whitley, and more.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando and Al move forward with the divisional preview series by taking a close look at the American League Central. They consider the late-round appeal of Bailey Ober, Daz Cameron and Gavin Sheets and make bold predictions for Eli Morgan, Dylan Bundy, Yolbert Sanchez and several other players. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando & DVR discuss an overzealous approach to starting pitchers, a few more winners in the NL DH playing time shuffle, and a few intriguing deep league flyers vying for opportunities in 2022.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al continue their series of divisional previews by zeroing in on the depth charts for each team in the National League West. They consider the playing time potential for Gavin Lux and Jordan Luplow, size up the closer situations in San Diego and San Francisco and look for viable fantasy pitchers in the Rockies' rotation. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR examine a few potential winners with the expected return of the DH to the National League before discussing the challenge of Daulton?s Varsho?s 2022 ADP, Alek Manoah?s Year 2 expectations, Tarik Skubal, and more.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al kick off a series of divisional previews by breaking down the depth charts for each team in the American League West. Topics of interest include hitters who could gain a surprisingly prominent role for the A's, the depth and quality of the Angels' rotation and the Astros' shortstop situation. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss Cavan Biggio as a rebound candidate, their concerns about Shane Bieber ? short and long-term ? how to leverage improperly valued young pitching in most leagues, Robbie Grossman?s chances of sustaining his 2021 performance, and more.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DVR and Al discuss some of the unique challenges on the table in 2022 fantasy baseball drafts including the still unhelpful 2020 data points and lost minor league season, the uncertainty on current pending free agents and currently rehabbing players in the midst of the lockout, early-round picks with very questionable health, and the growing trend of closer-by-committee. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Email us: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss Nando's approach to The Athletic's MLB Mega Draft before examining the short and long-term value of Jazz Chisholm Jr., their varying interest in Jo Adell, and how they try to close the gap on dominant managers in the leagues. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR discuss a few of their late-round darts from a recent draft-and-hold league, the risk v. reward of targeting Stephen Strasburg now compared to waiting until a potentially healthy spring training, and becoming more excited about Orioles pitchers with the adjustments that are being made to Camden Yards.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian & DVR recently joined a 12-team, 50-round draft-and-hold league with a slow draft (it's still going on). Using that framework, they outline the strategies they used for their roster foundations and some of their thought process as the draft played out with several round-by-round decisions. Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nando, Ian and DVR discuss a few early draft season observations -- Ian's blockbuster trade thanks to a long car ride -- the XFL auction, pre-lockout activity including Thor in Anaheim, Andrew Heaney's fresh start with the Dodgers, and the Rangers' aggressive approach. Plus, Clint Frazier's move to Chicago, a divided group of hosts about Robbie Ray's 2022 outlook, and Eloy Jiménez v. Nick Castellanos as an early-round power bat toss-up.  Follow Nando on Twitter: @nandodifino Follow Ian on Twitter: @IanKahn4 Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices