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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 257 - FAAB #12; June 7, 2026

    OTW 257 - FAAB #12; June 7, 2026
    Jun 7 2026
    On The Wire Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Opening, News & Injury Roundup Players discussed: Aaron Judge, Spencer Jones, Jacob Gonzalez, Mookie Betts, Shohei Ohtani, Seiya Suzuki, Kyle Tucker, Byron Buxton, Daulton Varsho, J.C. Escarra, Alí Sánchez Aaron Judge lands on the IL with a rib stress injury and the fantasy fallout.Spencer Jones receives another opportunity with the Yankees.Additional injury and roster news from around MLB. 20:00 – News Continued & Prospect Promotions Players discussed: Spencer Jones, Jacob Gonzalez, Munetaka Murakami, Samad Taylor, Mitch Garver, Evan Carter, Justin Foscue, Ezequiel Duran, Nicky Lopez, Corey Seager, Josh Jung Playing-time implications from recent call-ups and roster moves.Prospect opportunities and changing depth charts around the league. 39:30 – Power FAAB Targets Players discussed: Jacob Gonzalez, James Tibbs III, Munetaka Murakami Top power-focused additions for managers chasing home runs and RBI.Discussion of Gonzalez's opportunity with the White Sox and long-term outlook. 44:45 – Speed FAAB Targets Players discussed: Jonah Cox, Leody Taveras Speed-focused pickups for stolen bases and runs scored.Playing-time outlooks and weekly schedule advantages. 51:00 – Pitching FAAB Targets Players discussed: Grant Holmes, Martín Pérez, Stephen Kolek, Trevor Rogers Streaming options and rotation adds for wins and strikeouts.Two-start pitchers and favorable matchups highlighted. 59:00 – Saves & Ratio Targets Players discussed: Alex Lange, Lucas Erceg Bullpen situations to monitor.Potential changing of the guard in Kansas City's ninth inning. 1:05:00 – Wildcard Targets & Final Notes Players discussed: James Tibbs III, Daulton Varsho, Byron Buxton, Alí Sánchez, J.C. Escarra High-upside stash candidates and watch-list names.Final injury updates and FAAB strategy thoughts for June. 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 14 mins
  • OTW 256 - FAAB #11; May 31, 2026

    OTW 256 - FAAB #11; May 31, 2026
    May 31 2026
    Episode Breakdown & Timestamps 0:00 – Intro & College Baseball Discussion College World Series talkOpening weekend storylines 2:30 – MLB News & Notes Munetaka Murakami injury updateNathan Church injuryKenley Jansen loses the closer roleCraig Kimbrel joins Tampa BayRyan Helsley injury ramificationsBaltimore bullpen falloutPlayers Discussed: Munetaka Murakami, Nathan Church, Kenley Jansen, Craig Kimbrel, Ryan Helsley, Josh Hader, Yennier Cano, Gregory Soto, Juan Nuñez 19:00 – Break 20:00 – Additional News, Injuries & Roster Moves Carson Williams optionedBen Williamson returnsGraham Ashcraft updateRotation and roster movement discussionPlayers Discussed: Carson Williams, Ben Williamson, Graham Ashcraft, Jared Jones, Logan Webb, Carmen Mlodzinski 28:00 – Main Event FAAB Overview Overall FAAB strategyHigh-dollar targetsLeague context discussionPlayers Discussed: Troy Melton, David Sandlin, Jared Jones 47:41 – Hitter FAAB Targets Playing-time opportunitiesSpeculative batsDeep-league optionsPlayers Discussed: Kevin Alcantara, Pedro Ramirez, Jacob Gonzalez 56:30 – Starting Pitcher FAAB Targets Rotation additionsProspect armsInjury replacementsPlayers Discussed: Gage Jump, Troy Melton, David Sandlin, Luis Morales, Aaron Civale, Joey Estes 1:05:00 – Two-Start Pitchers Upcoming schedule analysisStreaming recommendationsPlayers Discussed: Jared Jones, Chad Patrick, Trevor McDonald, Troy Melton, David Sandlin 1:11:00 – Relievers, Ratio Arms & Speculative Saves Bullpen targetsRatio stabilizersEmerging leverage relieversPlayers Discussed: Brock Stewart, Brooks Raley, Sam Hentges, Coleman Crow, Luinder Avila 1:13:00 – Wild Card Targets Prospect stashesLong-term upside playsOrganization-specific prospect discussionPlayers Discussed: Kade Anderson, Ryan Sloan, Jacob Gonzalez, Emerson Hancock, Bryan Woo, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, Bryce Miller 1:24:00 – Final FAAB Thoughts & Wrap-Up Budget recommendationsClosing strategy notes 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 26 mins
  • OTW 255 - FAAB #10; May 24, 2026

    OTW 255 - FAAB #10; May 24, 2026
    May 24 2026
    On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hastings break down the key fantasy baseball news heading into the 10th FAAB period, including several notable prospect promotions, injured-list developments, changing playing-time situations, and a deep collection of waiver-wire targets for every roster need. The episode closes with category-specific speed and power plays, bullpen updates, and wild-card upside stashes for the stretch run toward Memorial Day. Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Opening, Memorial Day Check-In & PL Pro Promotion Memorial Day standings discussionPL Pro tools, weekly projections, and roster-management resources Players Mentioned: None 0:05 – Mets Prospect Promotions & Rotation Shakeups Zach Thornton's debutJonah Tong called upChristian Scott nearing returnRotation outlook and roster implications Players Mentioned: Jonah Tong, Zach Thornton, Christian Scott, Freddy Peralta, Nolan McLean, David Peterson, Craig Kimbrel 0:09 – Nationals, Prospect Returns & NL East News Dylan Crews recalledPlaying-time outlooksEarly fantasy expectations Players Mentioned: Dylan Crews, Brady House, Joey Wiemer 0:12 – Infield Playing-Time Battles Around the League Astros middle-infield changesReds prospect movementInjury replacements and lineup opportunities Players Mentioned: Jeremy Peña, Sal Stewart and additional emerging infield options 0:20 – Prospect Promotions, Emerging Hitters & Deep-League Bats New opportunities created by injuries and demotionsEvaluating short-term versus long-term roster valueSpeculative adds gaining everyday at-bats Players Mentioned: Various AL and NL waiver targets discussed throughout the segment 0:42 – Catcher Palooza: Injury Fallout & Waiver Replacements Ryan Jeffers' hamate surgeryRoyce Lewis demotion discussionMinnesota lineup falloutCatcher streaming and replacement options Players Mentioned: Ryan Jeffers, Royce Lewis, Victor Caratini, Alex Jackson, Orlando Arcia, Tristan Gray, Brooks Lee, Ryan Kreidler 0:50 – Corner Infield & Multi-Position FAAB Targets First-base and corner-infield replacementsPlaying-time trendsSchedule-based pickup recommendations Players Mentioned: Multiple waiver-wire corner bats discussed throughout the segment 1:00 – Speed Targets for Category Chasers Stolen-base specialistsPlaying-time trends that create speed upsideDeep-league runners and speculative adds Players Mentioned: Richie Palacios, Taylor Walls, Derek Hill and additional speed-focused options 1:10 – Power Streamers & Home Run Upside Short-term power batsSchedule-driven offensive targetsPlayers capable of helping in HR and RBI categories Players Mentioned: Multiple corner bats and outfield power options highlighted for FAAB consideration 1:20 – Starting Pitcher FAAB Targets Rotation additionsStreaming candidatesStrikeout upside and favorable upcoming matchups Players Mentioned: Jonah Tong, Zach Thornton and numerous weekly streaming options 1:28 – Bullpen Movement & Saves Speculation Closer volatilityReliever injuriesEmerging ninth-inning opportunities Players Mentioned: Several changing bullpen situations and speculative saves targets 1:34 – Wild Card Targets High-upside prospectsDeep-league lottery ticketsMulti-category contributors with uncertain roles Players Mentioned: Additional speculative FAAB targets highlighted as end-of-bench upside plays 1:45 – Final FAAB Strategy & Closing Thoughts Bid recommendationsRoster construction considerationsMemorial Day checkpoint discussionFinal waiver priorities for Week 10 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 51 mins
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