Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball
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Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball
In baseball, numbers are everywhere. But they’re not just numbers. For Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris, they’re the keys to solving the most fun problem in sports.Every weekday, join DVR and Eno as they unpack baseball in ways you’ve never heard before, endeavoring to figure out all they can about a s...
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Separation Anxiety As MLB Trade Deadline Pressure Is Here
Jacob Misiorowski was rolling again Sunday, striking out 11 of the first 12 batters he faced. Eno and DVR discuss The Miz’s ongoing dominance and prep...
Starkville | Joe Buck Doesn’t Think He’s a Hall of Famer
There’s one thing sports fans can all agree on: Phillies fans love to boo. This week, Jayson and Doug look back at All-Star Week, share stories from t...
Starting Pitcher Rankings: July Update
A fresh batch of starting pitcher rankings is here, and Eno already has a few regrets. On this week's Fantasy Friday, Eno and DVR break down the lates...
Pitchers Are Adjusting Faster Than Ever!
Pitchers have to evolve fast to stay ahead, and this season has been no exception. Today, Eno, Trevor, and DVR break down the traits today's game valu...
Finding Trade Fits for Position Players
It’s time to fire up the Trade Master 3000! Today, Eno, Jed, and DVR unveil their boldest trade proposals ahead of the MLB trade deadline, including o...
It's Big Board Season! Why Trade Deadline Predictions are Difficult
The MLB Trade Deadline is almost here, and the Big Board is out! Eno, Britt, and DVR break down the players they think will be on the move before Augu...
The Red Sox Are Rolling & Kyle Bradish Gets Paid!
What is going on with Shohei Ohtani's knee? Eno and DVR break down the latest update, what it means that Ohtani has continued to serve as the Dodgers'...
Winning in Fantasy Without Top-Tier Stars
The guys head to the bullpen for Fantasy Friday. With DVR out, Eno is joined by Eric Samulski of Rotoworld to break down the latest injury news, inclu...
How AI Almost Ruined Baseball
MLB has cracked down on teams' increasing use of generative artificial intelligence for on-field decision making. Eno Sarris, Derek VanRiper and Trevo...
MLB Draft Recap & Futures Game Takeaways w/Keith Law
The MLB Draft is in the books, and The Athletic's senior writer Keith Law joins Eno and DVR to break it all down. They discuss the first two selection...
Jordan Walker, FOMO & Our 2026 Underperformers Draft
A new king has been crowned, and his name is Jordan Walker! Today, Eno and DVR recap the Home Run Derby, breaking down the new format, Netflix's prese...
Home Run Derby Changes & Fantasy All-Stars
We've made it to the Midsummer Classic! Today, Eno and DVR break down the new Home Run Derby rules and discuss which sluggers could benefit from the c...
Starkville | The Tigers' Impossible Deadline Dilemma
It's time to wrap up the first half of the baseball season, and there's no better guest to do it with than Ken Rosenthal. This week, Jayson and Doug a...
All-Star Weekend Waiver-Wire Preview
With All-Star Week approaching, it's time to get a head start on the weekend waiver wire. But first, Eno and DVR discuss the reduced suspensions for W...
Justin Verlander's Final Chapter
One of the greatest pitchers of his generation, Justin Verlander, has decided to hang up his cleats. Today, Eno, Trevor, and DVR reflect on Verlander'...
Which Prediction Do You Want to Take Back?
As the All-Star break nears, it's time to revisit some preseason predictions that didn't quite pan out. DVR explains why he'd be less bullish on Kyle...
How Do Fastball-Heavy Approaches Age?
After a few exciting weeks, the U.S. Men’s National Team came crashing back to earth Monday night and were eliminated from the World Cup. Eno and DVR...
Is Chasing Perfection a Fool’s Errand?
From a bullpen call that sparked chants of "Shame!" to the never-ending pile of streaming apps and another Tommy John surgery for Cole Ragans, the boy...
Starkville | The Great Stolen Base Controversy, and Mozzarella Sticks
Pete Crow-Armstrong was thrown out stealing on a walk... except he wasn't actually caught stealing on a walk. Confused? So were Jayson and Doug. This...
Paul Skenes' Recent Struggles, Trade Targets & Weekend Waiver Wire Preview
As America celebrates its birthday, fantasy managers are getting ready for the second half of the baseball season. This week, Eno and DVR take a close...
Breaking Down a Few Puzzling Pitchers
As the weather warms up, the guys are bringing the heat to some intriguing pitching storylines. Eno, Trevor, and DVR examine Tatsuya Imai's inconsiste...
National League Flyaround: Midseason Check-Ins
It’s time for a tour around the National League, where every division has its own storylines taking shape. Eno, Jed, and DVR begin in the NL West, whe...
Why the Baseball Started FLYING in June!
Baseballs started flying in June -- and it wasn't simply warmer weather -- it might be a manufacturing error! Eno and DVR explain why changes in drag...
American League Flyaround: Midseason Check-Ins
It’s time to take a tour around the American League, and there’s plenty to unpack. Eno, Britt, and DVR begin in the AL East, where the Rays have surge...
Big Changes for Mets & Angels as the Second Half Arrives
The first domino has fallen for two of baseball's most disappointing teams. Today, Eno and DVR break down the firings of Mets manager Carlos Mendoza a...
Starkville | Joe Davis Reads the History Books, While Shohei Ohtani Rewrites Them
A nickname is earned, not given—and after lighting up radar guns at 104 mph, Jacob Misiorowski’s fastball has certainly earned one. This week, we dive...
It's a Poltergeist, Right? What Is Happening to the 2026 Mets?
The Mets entered the season with plenty of optimism. Instead, they've been plagued by injuries, inconsistency, and an ever-growing payroll. Eno, Trevo...
Bat Speed Risers, Stuff Fallers & Buster's Blunders
As some hitters crank up their bat speed, a few pitchers are watching their stuff head in the opposite direction. Eno and DVR break down the biggest b...
A Closer Look at Monday's U-Turn in Run Production
It’s time to review some games, and this time we’re headed to San Diego, Los Angeles, and Detroit, as Eno, Britt, and DVR break down Braves-Padres, Or...
The Baseball is Flying Like It's 2019 Again
Don't blame us if this episode is a drag — blame baseball. Eno and DVR dig into why drag levels have climbed back to heights not seen since 2019, and...
Starkville | Jerry Dipoto’s Mariners Are Back On Track
Nolan Ryan had "The Express," so what do we call Jacob Misiorowski’s heater? This week on Starkville, Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville brainstorm the p...
June Starting Pitcher Rankings Update & Waiver Wire Preview
Fresh starting pitcher rankings have dropped, and it’s time to complain! Who is too high, who is too low — and should Eno and DVR watch *more* basebal...
Miss Distance for Pitchers is Here, What Are We Doing With It?
Why are some baseball fans still weird about Driveline? Eno, Trevor, and DVR tackle that question after Driveline founder Kyle Boddy left his advisory...
Is There a Stat That Shows Us How Much Pitchers Fear Hitters?
Drew Rasmussen’s incredible run continues. Today, Eno, Jed, and DVR dig into the factors behind the Rays right-hander owning the best ERA in baseball...
Starting Pitcher Rankings: Tough Calls in June
Who are the toughest starting pitchers to rank right now? Eno and DVR dig into a group of arms that defy easy placement, including Jared Jones, Chase...
The Injury Roller Coaster Speeds Up
What a weekend across baseball. A reigning Cy Young winner returned to the mound, runs piled up in Kansas City and Las Vegas, and two stars suffered a...
Starkville | Catching Up with J.T. Realmuto
J.T. Realmuto returns to Starkville this week, joining Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville to talk about everything from his last appearance on the show (...
Draft-Day Regrets, Prospect Talk & Waiver Wire Prep
It’s Fantasy Friday, and with Eno out today, DVR enlists a pair of special guests. First, James Anderson of RotoWire joins the show to discuss the dra...
Fear the Regression Monster, or Feed the Beast?
After news of a setback for Garrett Crochet’s injured lat, DVR and Stephen revisit the 2024 blockbuster that sent the ace to Boston and brought four p...
Breaking Down Five Young Hitters & Their Future Outlooks
Baseball Savant has given fans a new toy to play with. Today, DVR and Jed dig into the site's new swing timing and miss distance leaderboards and what...