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On The Wire

On The Wire

By: Adam Howe Kevin Hasting
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 Join Adam Howe (@EightyGrade) and Kevin Hasting (@HastingKevin) every Sunday with insights and updates on how to use your fantasy baseball FAAB before your bid deadlines hit.2022-2026 Pitcher List Baseball & Softball
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  • OTW 253 - FAAB #8; May 10, 2026

    OTW 253 - FAAB #8; May 10, 2026
    May 10 2026
    On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down one of the busiest FAAB periods of the season, covering top prospect promotions, injury fallout, bullpen movement, and emerging waiver-wire options for fantasy managers heading into Week 8. Episode Breakdown & Estimated Timestamps 0:00 – Intro, Week 8 FAAB Landscape & Returning Players Overview of the current waiver environment, recent promotions, and players returning to fantasy relevance. Players discussed: Ryan Waldschmidt, Alek Thomas, Addison Barger, Kazuma Okamoto, Jesús Sánchez, Alan Roden, Orelvis Martinez, Jhostynxon Garcia 9:00 – Injury News & Lineup Fallout Fantasy impact of key injuries and corresponding lineup or roster changes. Players discussed: Tyler Glasnow, Roman Anthony, Masataka Yoshida, Trevor Story, Ceddanne Rafaela, Cole Ragans, Carlos Estévez, Stephen Kolek 20:00 – Rotation Changes, Prospect Arms & Stashes Young starting pitchers, stash candidates, and speculative rotation additions. Players discussed: Noah Schultz, Bubba Chandler, Robby Snelling, Ben Brown, Bryce Miller, Bailey Ober, Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, Caden Dana 31:00 – Power Targets for Week 8 Corner infielders and bats capable of adding power production in the upcoming week. Players discussed: Nathaniel Lowe, Ezequiel Duran, Zack Gelof, Taylor Walls 42:00 – Speed Targets & Category Specialists Middle infielders and utility options offering stolen-base upside. Players discussed: Jorge Mateo, Jim Jarvis, Isaac Collins, Nasim Nuñez 50:00 – Playing Time Trends & Schedule Advantages Teams and hitters benefitting from injuries, favorable schedules, or expanded opportunities. Players discussed: Masataka Yoshida, Jorge Mateo, Jim Jarvis, Nathaniel Lowe 56:00 – Pitching Streamers, Ratio Arms & Two-Start Options Recommended streamers and short-term pitching adds for fantasy managers. Players discussed: Ben Brown, Robby Snelling, Caden Dana, Bryce Miller, Bailey Ober 1:03:00 – Bullpen News & Saves Speculation Closer committees, bullpen movement, and speculative saves targets. Players discussed: Lucas Erceg, Matt Strahm, Daniel Lynch IV, Orion Kerkering, Jhoan Duran 1:10:00 – Wild Card Targets & Prospect Watch High-upside speculative additions and emerging prospects to monitor. Players discussed: Kevin Alcantara, Michael Conforto, Robby Snelling 1:18:00 – FAAB Strategy Discussion & Closing Thoughts General FAAB strategy discussion, roster churn philosophy, and endgame planning. Players discussed: Payton Tolle, Blake Snell, Robby Snelling Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCAST Proud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • OTW 252 - FAAB #7; May 3, 2026

    OTW 252 - FAAB #7; May 3, 2026
    May 3 2026
    On The Wire - Adam and Kevin break down a lighter MLB news week while diving deep into bullpen chaos, injuries, and shifting roles impacting fantasy baseball. The episode focuses heavily on FAAB strategy, streaming options, and identifying short-term opportunity plays across all categories.3:30 – Yankees updates: Giancarlo Stanton IL, Jasson Domínguez call-upPlayers discussed: Giancarlo Stanton, Jasson Domínguez, Trent Grisham, Austin Wells, Ben Rice9:00 – Red Sox rotation: Garrett Crochet injury, Jake Bennett debutPlayers discussed: Garrett Crochet, Jake Bennett, Brayan Bello15:00 – Blue Jays lineup shifts with George Springer returnPlayers discussed: George Springer, Myles Straw, Davis Schneider, Lenyn Sosa19:30 – Brewers pitching concerns: Jacob Misiorowski scare, Brandon Woodruff ILPlayers discussed: Jacob Misiorowski, Brandon Woodruff, Logan Henderson, Robert Gasser24:30 – Rays pitching usage: Griffin Jax transition & bullpen strategyPlayers discussed: Griffin Jax, Ryan Pepiot30:00 – Orioles bullpen + Trevor Rogers ILPlayers discussed: Trevor Rogers, Cade Povich, Ryan Helsley, Yennier Cano, Andrew Kittredge, Anthony Nunez, Rico Garcia40:00 – Tigers injuries and playing time shiftsPlayers discussed: Casey Mize, Javier Báez, Jace Jung, Matt Vierling44:00 – Mets injuries and lineup changesPlayers discussed: Luis Robert Jr. Jr., MJ Melendez, Tyrone Taylor, Austin Slater, Tommy Pham50:00 – Reds rotation update: Brandon Williamson IL, Lodolo return outlookPlayers discussed: Brandon Williamson, Nick Lodolo52:30 – Spencer Strider return and start decisionsPlayers discussed: Spencer Strider55:30 – FAAB Targets: Power hittersPlayers discussed: MJ Melendez, Austin Hays, Jonny DeLuca, Gavin Sheets, Kody Clemens, JJ Bleday1:01:00 – FAAB Targets: Speed optionsPlayers discussed: David Hamilton, Jorge Mateo, Jake McCarthy, Austin Martin, Brandon Lockridge1:06:30 – Opportunity plays & schedule breakdownPlayers discussed: Travis Bazzana, Jhonkensy Noel, Jahmai Jones1:10:30 – Starting pitching targets (wins & Ks)Players discussed: Jake Bennett, Elmer Rodríguez, Nick Martinez, Davis Martin, Slade Cecconi, Cade Cavalli, Kyle Leahy1:17:30 – Ratio relievers & speculative armsPlayers discussed: Rico Garcia, Anthony Nunez, Hunter Gaddis, Kyle Finnegan1:21:00 – Saves speculation & bullpen chaosPlayers discussed: Jacob Latz, Pete Fairbanks, Calvin Faucher, Tyler Phillips1:24:00 – Wildcard stash & prospect talkPlayers discussed: Joshua Baez, Victor Scott II Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • OTW 251 - FAAB #6; April 26, 2026

    OTW 251 - FAAB #6; April 26, 2026
    Apr 26 2026
    On The Wire - Adam and Kevin break down a heavy week of injuries, prospect call-ups, and bullpen chaos while identifying key FAAB targets and streaming options. They emphasize adapting early to category needs and navigating a thinning pitching landscape in Week 6.00:00 | Intro + Injury Landscape & IL StrategyPlayers: Josh Hader, Blake Snell, Carlos Rodón, A.J. Puk, Félix BautistaWidespread injuries and IL management challengesStrategic adjustments and workload edge06:30 | Mets Injuries + Ronnie Mauricio OpportunityPlayers: Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Ronny Mauricio, Bo Bichette, Brett Baty, Marcus SemienLindor timeline concernsMauricio as everyday SS replacement12:30 | Mets Pitching + Christian Scott DebatePlayers: Christian Scott, David Peterson, Kodai SengaScott’s debut struggles vs. upsideFAAB expectations17:30 | Rangers Injury + Replacement WatchPlayers: Wyatt Langford, Ezequiel Duran, Alejandro OsunaLangford IL stintMonitoring short-term fill-ins21:30 | Phillies Notes + Catcher SituationPlayers: J.T. Realmuto, Garrett Stubbs, Rafael Marchán, Felix ReyesRealmuto injury falloutReyes emerging role25:30 | Royals Injuries + Playing Time ShiftsPlayers: Maikel Garcia, Jonathan India, Michael Massey, Salvador Perez, Carter JensenIndia losing relevanceMassey/Jensen gain opportunity30:00 | Mariners + Athletics UpdatesPlayers: Brendan Donovan, Leo Rivas, Denzel Clarke, Colby Thomas, Zack GelofReplacement-level batsGelof deep-league intrigue34:30 | Marlins Speed + Dodgers Bullpen ChaosPlayers: Esteury Ruiz, Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia, Blake Treinen, Edwin DíazRuiz situational stealsDodgers closer committee39:30 | Orioles Updates + Prospect WatchPlayers: Jackson Holliday, Jeremiah Jackson, Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo, Taylor WardHolliday setback concernsLineup juggling in Baltimore45:00 | Orioles Pitching + Twins Call-UpsPlayers: Dean Kremer, Brandon Young, Connor Prielipp, Mick Abel, Royce LewisPrielipp vs. other young armsLewis return outlook50:30 | Prospect Pitchers WavePlayers: Payton Tolle, Eduardo Rivera, Didier Fuentes, JR Ritchie, Riley CornelioRanking young pitchersWeak SP market discussion57:30 | Additional News + ReturnsPlayers: Kirby Yates, Lucas Giolito, Zack WheelerYates closer speculationGiolito landing spotWheeler return1:02:30 | Hitting FAAB Targets (Power & Speed)Players: Trevor Larnach, Nolan Arenado, Brice Matthews, David Hamilton, Jonny DeLucaPower bats heating upSpeed streamers1:09:00 | Schedule + Opportunity TargetsPlayers: Spencer HorwitzTeams with favorable schedulesVolume-based hitters1:13:30 | Pitching Targets + Streaming LandscapePlayers: Yusei Kikuchi, José Ureña, Eduardo Rodriguez, Brandon YoungThin pitching poolStreaming challenges1:18:30 | Ratio Relievers + Save SpeculationPlayers: Ben Brown, Jakob Junis, Daniel Lynch IV, Drew Pomeranz, Chase SilsethShift toward relieversSave-chasing strategy1:23:30 | Wild Card + Deep ProspectPlayers: Hunter Greene, Pedro RamirezStash strategyRamirez breakout1:26:30 | Strategy Takeaways + OutroEarly category managementIncremental gains approachFAAB and roster discipline Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 29 mins
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