Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball · The Athletic

How Do We Keep Up With Baseball Every Day?

March 27, 2026·1 hr 13 min·5 clips

Jordan Romano's velocity is down, making Drew Pomerantz the most likely next closer for the Angels.

Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris discuss how they manage 30 fantasy baseball teams while keeping up with daily MLB action, using opening day as a case study. They analyze key players like Jordan Romano, O'Neal Cruz, and Cam Schlittler, sharing insights on pitching analytics, bullpen hierarchies, and waiver wire strategies.

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