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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 254 - FAAB #9; May 17, 2026

    OTW 254 - FAAB #9; May 17, 2026
    May 17 2026
    On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down one of the busiest injury and roster movement weeks of the 2026 fantasy baseball season, covering major call-ups, closer chaos, rotation shakeups, and the top FAAB priorities heading into Week 9. The episode also dives into schedule analysis, category streaming targets, and under-the-radar opportunities across both shallow and deep leagues. Full Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Intro / Massive Week of MLB News Overview of the hectic injury landscape, roster churn, and why Week 9 FAAB could dramatically alter fantasy leagues. Players Discussed: Max Muncy, Zack Gelof 7:00 – Athletics & Mets Prospect Promotions Discussion around the MLB debuts and fantasy outlooks for young outfielders getting immediate opportunities. Players Discussed: Henry Bolte, A.J. Ewing, Luis Robert Jr. 14:00 – Dodgers, Rotation Speculation & Depth Chart Changes Rotation uncertainty and potential streaming options, plus Dodgers roster maneuvering. Players Discussed: Zach Thornton, Jonah Tong, Alek Thomas, Alex Call 21:00 – Yankees Infield Questions & Playing Time Battles Anthony Volpe’s return, New York’s shortstop situation, and how injuries are reshaping opportunities. Players Discussed: Anthony Volpe, José Caballero, Max Schuemann 28:00 – AL East Injury Roundup & Rotation Fallout A deeper dive into pitching injuries, replacement options, and the fantasy ramifications for multiple clubs. Players Discussed: Eduardo Rodriguez, Tampa Bay pitchers, various AL East arms 35:00 – Mariners Platoons & Weekly Schedule Strategy Seattle’s difficult weekly setup and how left/right splits could impact lineup decisions. Players Discussed: Dominic Canzone, Luke Raley, Brendan Donovan, Connor Joe 43:00 – Tigers Rotation Stability & Veteran Concerns Detroit’s rotation picture following Casey Mize’s return and what it means for the rest of the staff. Players Discussed: Casey Mize, Justin Verlander, Ty Madden, Jack Flaherty 50:00 – Red Sox Injuries & Opportunity Openings Trevor Story’s injury creates another opening in Boston while fantasy managers search for short-term production. Players Discussed: Trevor Story 57:00 – Astros Playing Time Shifts & Deep League Targets Houston’s lineup flexibility, emerging names, and speculative adds for deeper formats. Players Discussed: Braden Shoemake, Yordan Alvarez, Cam Smith, Zach Cole 1:05:00 – Power Streamers & Weekly Home Run Targets Discussion of hitters with favorable matchups, lineup spots, and short-term power upside for the upcoming scoring period. Players Discussed: Zach Neto, Mike Trout, Detroit hitters 1:10:00 – Speed Streamers & Category Specialists Focus on stolen base targets, speed-only specialists, and lineup trends that could create category advantages in weekly formats. Players Discussed: José Caballero, Connor Joe, Dominic Canzone 1:13:00 – Weekly Schedule Breakdown & Seven-Game Teams Analysis of the upcoming MLB schedule and which teams offer the most streaming and volume advantages. Teams Highlighted: Yankees, Blue Jays, Guardians, Tigers, Athletics, Angels, Braves, Marlins, Mets, Nationals, Diamondbacks, Rockies 1:20:00 – Starting Pitcher Streamers & Two-Start Options Discussion of viable streaming pitchers, upside plays, and risky matchups for Week 9. Players Discussed: Jacob Lopez, Griffin Canning 1:29:00 – Ratio Helpers, Relievers & Saves Speculation Relievers who can help stabilize ERA/WHIP while potentially earning high-leverage roles. Players Discussed: Brooks Raley, Justin Slaten, Erik Miller 1:37:00 – Prospect Watch & Late-Season Stashes Additional prospect names to monitor and speculative stash discussions. Players Discussed: Joshua Baez 1:41:00 – Breaking News: Jose Altuve Injury Reaction Live reaction to late-breaking Jose Altuve injury news and how the Astros could adjust their lineup. Players Discussed: Jose Altuve, Brice Matthews, Cam Smith, Zach Cole 1:45:00 – Final FAAB Thoughts & Closing Strategy Notes Closing recommendations, roster construction thoughts, and final Week 9 FAAB priorities. 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 48 mins
  • 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
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