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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 271 - 2027 Opportunity Knocking: AL East

    OTW 271 - 2027 Opportunity Knocking: AL East
    Oct 24 2026
    On The Wire Episode 271 — Opportunity Knocking: AL EastAdam and Kevin take “Opportunity Knocking” to the AL East as the Rays close in on the World Series. The division’s lineups have more open questions than its rotations, especially crowded infields in Boston and New York. Kevin shares live ADP from in-progress NFBC draft-and-holds, and the hosts look at how Teruaki Sato’s posting could play out around the CBA’s December 1 expiration.Welcome and Introduction 0:00-5:00AL East kickoff as Tampa Bay nears a World Series berthBoston Red Sox 5:00-25:00Few free-agent holes, but a crowded, banged-up infield clouds playing timePlayers Discussed: Sonny Gray, Garrett Whitlock, Curtis Mead, Caleb Durbin, Trevor Story, Franklin Arias, Nick Sogard, Mickey Gasper, Jarren DuranRotation set if Gray returns; Chapman stays the closerPlayers Discussed: Garrett Crochet, Payton Tolle, Ranger Suarez, Jake Bennett, Brayan Bello, Aroldis ChapmanNew York Yankees 25:00-40:00Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s exit opens second base; Spencer Jones takes center fieldPlayers Discussed: Jazz Chisholm Jr., Trent Grisham, Spencer Jones, José Caballero, Anthony Volpe, Luis García Jr., Ben Rice, Teruaki SatoBullpen rebuild starts with Bednar’s free agency; rotation stays deepPlayers Discussed: David Bednar, Cam Schlittler, Max Fried, Gerrit Cole, Will Warren, Carlos LagrangeToronto Blue Jays 40:00-50:00Five starters hit free agency, leaving two rotation spots openPlayers Discussed: José Berríos, Shane Bieber, Max Scherzer, Dylan Cease, José Soriano, Trey Yesavage, Cody Ponce, Louis VarlandLeft field opens with Springer gone; Barger likely slides to the outfieldPlayers Discussed: George Springer, Kazuma Okamoto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Ernie Clement, Andrés Giménez, Nathan Lukes, Addison BargerBaltimore Orioles 50:00-1:10:00Late-season injuries cloud the lineup; Basallo is a top-10 catcherPlayers Discussed: Luis Robert Jr., Jordan Westburg, Jackson Holliday, Blaze Alexander, Samuel Basallo, Coby Mayo, Gunnar Henderson, Pete AlonsoRotation needs a starter; Bautista vs. Helsley for the closer jobPlayers Discussed: Kyle Bradish, Shane Baz, Cade Povich, Anthony Eyanson, Félix Bautista, Ryan HelsleyTampa Bay Rays 1:10:00-1:30:00Peralta departs; expect a one-year veteran signingPlayers Discussed: Freddy Peralta, Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez, Shane McClanahan, Ryan Pepiot, Bryan BakerLate-season outfield breakouts and an Aranda leap could mean more plate appearancesPlayers Discussed: Junior Caminero, Jonathan Aranda, Yandy Díaz, Chandler Simpson, Liam Hicks, Jonny DeLuca, Victor Mesa Jr., Ryan Vilade, Carson Williams 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 30 mins
  • OTW 270 - 2027 Opportunity Knocking: NL Central

    OTW 270 - 2027 Opportunity Knocking: NL Central
    Oct 17 2026
    On The Wire Episode 270 — Opportunity Knocking: NL CentralAdam and Kevin continue “Opportunity Knocking” in the NL Central. They cover second base after Brandon Lowe, Konnor Griffin’s early draft price, the Cubs’ outfield and rotation holes, St. Louis’ young core, and first base in Milwaukee if Jake Bauers leaves. Most rotations in the division could use a veteran innings eater.Welcome and Introduction 0:00-5:00NL Central kickoff as the Brewers close in on the World SeriesPittsburgh Pirates 5:00-35:00Lowe’s exit leaves a power hole at second; Griffin goes at the 1-2 turnPlayers Discussed: Brandon Lowe, Jacob Gonzalez, Luis Arraez, Gleyber Torres, Konnor Griffin, Jake Mangum, Ryan O’HearnAll-righty rotation returns; Mason Montgomery projects as closerPlayers Discussed: Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Bubba Chandler, Braxton Ashcraft, Mitch Keller, Mason MontgomeryChicago Cubs 35:00-45:00Happ and Suzuki hit free agency, opening outfield spotsPlayers Discussed: Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Matt Shaw, Pedro Ramírez, Kevin Alcantara, Alex BregmanRotation could lose four or five starters; Palencia likely closesPlayers Discussed: Shota Imanaga, Kevin Gausman, Justin Steele, Edward Cabrera, Cade Horton, Daniel PalenciaSt. Louis Cardinals 45:00-55:00Young core and payroll room; third base the spot for a splashPlayers Discussed: Jordan Walker, Ivan Herrera, Joshua Báez, JJ Wetherholt, Nolan Gorman, Blaze Jordan, Bo Bichette, Rainiel RodriguezYoung rotation needs veteran depth; O’Brien holds the closer rolePlayers Discussed: Kyle Leahy, Andre Pallante, Quinn Mathews, Michael McGreevy, Riley O’Brien, Liam DoyleMilwaukee Brewers 55:00-1:10:00Pratt settles in at short; first base opens if Bauers walksPlayers Discussed: Cooper Pratt, Joey Ortiz, David Hamilton, Jake Bauers, Josh Bell, Jackson Chourio, Luis LaraRotation needs a veteran as Woodruff likely departsPlayers Discussed: Jacob Misiorowski, Logan Henderson, Kyle Harrison, Brandon Woodruff, Trevor Megill, Tyler MahleCincinnati Reds 1:10:00-1:30:00Steer is the swing piece; Duno or Trevino behind the platePlayers Discussed: Sal Stewart, Elly De La Cruz, Spencer Steer, Héctor Rodríguez, JJ Bleday, Alfredo Duno, Jose TrevinoLodolo is a question mark and Pagán’s option decides the closer picturePlayers Discussed: Chase Burns, Nick Lodolo, Rhett Lowder, Emilio Pagán, TJ Antone, Adrian Morejon Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud 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 32 mins
  • OTW 269 - 2027 Opportunity Knocking: AL Central

    OTW 269 - 2027 Opportunity Knocking: AL Central
    Oct 14 2026
    On The Wire Episode 269 — Opportunity Knocking: AL CentralAdam and Kevin launch “Opportunity Knocking,” a six-episode offseason series going division by division to find roster holes and playing-time openings for early draft-and-holds. They start with the AL Central, using the final six weeks of stats to spot players who finished stronger than their season lines. Kevin also makes the case for waiting on first base in 2027 drafts.Welcome and Introduction 0:00-10:00Series launch, ALCS recap, and early mock draft trendsMinnesota Twins 10:00-30:00Josh Bell’s exit opens DH at-bats for a young core; Royce Lewis moves to first basePlayers Discussed: Josh Bell, Royce Lewis, Kody Clemens, Luke Keaschall, Brooks Lee, Kaelen Culpepper, Byron Buxton, Emmanuel Rodriguez, Walker JenkinsJoe Ryan likely gone as internal options fill the rotationPlayers Discussed: Joe Ryan, Pablo López, Zebby Matthews, Mick Abel, Dean Kremer, Connor PrielippKansas City Royals 30:00-45:00Left field is the biggest hole; Pasquantino is a value after a strong finishPlayers Discussed: Vinnie Pasquantino, Jac Caglianone, Salvador Perez, Isaac Collins, Kyle Isbel, Taylor Ward, Randal Grichuk, Carson RoccaforteKevin was wrong on Carter Jensen; Massey projects as an everyday second basemanPlayers Discussed: Carter Jensen, Michael Massey, Nick Loftin, Cole Ragans, Seth LugoCleveland Guardians 45:00-55:00First base is the biggest gap if Nathaniel Lowe walksPlayers Discussed: Nathaniel Lowe, Ralphy Velazquez, Kyle Manzardo, Jo Adell, Jake Bauers, Cooper IngleBack-end rotation depth expected; Cade Smith’s workload isn’t a concern yetPlayers Discussed: Parker Messick, Gavin Williams, Tanner Bibee, Slade Cecconi, Cade SmithChicago White Sox 55:00-1:10:00Kyle Teel catches, Colson Montgomery holds shortstop, young outfield surgesPlayers Discussed: Kyle Teel, Joey Bart, Colson Montgomery, Chase Meidroth, Miguel Vargas, Tristan Peters, Sam Antonacci, Braden MontgomeryVeteran rotation help needed; Grant Taylor is a starter-or-closer wild cardPlayers Discussed: Luis Castillo, Shane Smith, Noah Schultz, Trevor Rogers, Tyler Mahle, Grant TaylorDetroit Tigers 1:10:00-1:29:00Hao-Yu Lee steps in at second base; River Ryan joins the rotationPlayers Discussed: Gleyber Torres, Hao-Yu Lee, Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, Troy Melton, Framber Valdez, Jackson JobeJansen likely returns to close; wait on first base in 2027 draftsPlayers Discussed: Kenley Jansen, Spencer Torkelson, Salvador Perez Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud 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 29 mins
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