Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball · The Athletic

Team Previews: Mets, Blue Jays & Guardians

March 2, 2026·1 hr 12 min·5 clips

The Mets are betting Bo Bichette's arm can handle third base—but one errant throw could unravel their entire infield defense.

Derek VanRiper previews three MLB teams—Mets, Blue Jays, and Guardians—with beat writers Tim Britton, Mitch Bannon, and Zach Meisel. They analyze roster construction, defensive risks, pitching depth, and playoff expectations, highlighting each team's key strengths and vulnerabilities heading into the season.

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