Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

2025 NL Central Team Previews

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR return to their 2025 Team Previews Series in the NL Central. Can the Brewers continue to exceed projections? Who will emerge from the Card...

Starting Pitchers that Eno Loves in 2025

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR catch up on a few intriguing baseball news items from the first week of spring training before diving into Eno's recently released 2025 St...

Alex Bregman to the Red Sox, Nick Pivetta to the Padres & The Neverending Search for an Edge

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Alex Bregman's decision to sign with the Red Sox -- how the pieces might fit in Boston without another move -- and the st...

2025 AL West Team Previews

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their 2025 Team Preview series in the America League West! Is the Astros’ control of the division finally winding down? Are the...

2025 NL West Team Previews

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR begin their 2025 Team Preview series in the National League West! How much have the Dodgers improved following their World Series title in...

Early Draft Season Observations as Spring Training Begins

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR share a takeaways from the early part of draft season as spring training camps get underway, including the benefits of waiting to build a ...

Pete Alonso Back to the Mets & Other News

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno is joined by Sleeper & the Bust co-hosts Justin Mason and Jason Collette to talk about how they got into baseball, their upcoming drafts, some...

2025 Rookies of Interest with Keith Law

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Keith Law joins Eno and DVR discuss several players from his recently released Top 100 prospects list that should make an impact at the big-league lev...

2025 Relief Pitcher Preview

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR wrap up their 2025 position preview series with relievers, focusing specifically on leagues that use saves as a category. How early should...

2025 Starting Pitcher Preview, Part 4

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Jack Flaherty's reunion with the Tigers before closing the book on starting pitchers (for now) -- with the fourth installment of t...

Max Scherzer to the Blue Jays & Late January Moves

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR take a quick break from their 2025 Position Preview series to catch up on news from around the league. Max Scherzer has landed with the Bl...

2025 Starting Pitcher Preview, Part 3

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue Pitcher Week with the third installment of the 2025 Starting Pitcher Preview! This episode focuses on the starting pitchers often...

2025 Starting Pitcher Preview, Part 2

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue Pitcher Week with the second installment of the 2025 Starting Pitcher Preview! This episode focuses on the starting pitchers ofte...

2025 Starting Pitcher Preview, Part 1

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR begin Pitcher Week with the first installment of the 2025 Starting Pitcher Preview! This episode focuses on the starting pitchers often dr...

2025 UT Preview & Late Outfielders

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their position preview series with UT/Utility players -- where a potential choice with the first overall pick awaits thanks to Sh...

2025 Outfield Preview, Part 3

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their position preview series in the outfield with a focus on middle and late-round options (~Pick 200-300 overall). Can you find...

2025 Outfield Preview, Part 2

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their position preview series in the outfield with a focus on early-middle round options (~Pick 120-210 overall). As you accumula...

2025 Outfield Preview, Part 1

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their position preview series in the outfield! With a slew of players carrying first and second-round Average Draft Positions -- ...

Roki Sasaki Joins the Dodgers (Oh Yeah, Tanner Scott Did Too)

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR catch up on recent baseball news including Roki Sasaki's decision to join the Dodgers, Tanner Scott's four-year deal with the defending Wo...

2025 Catcher Preview

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their position preview series at catcher, where the league formats (one-catcher leagues v. two-catcher leagues) have a considerab...

2025 First Base Preview

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR begin this episode with a few memories of the legendary Bob Uecker, who passed away Thursday at 90 years old.The position preview series c...

2025 Third Base Preview

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their 2025 Position Preview series at third base. If the early-round options end up on the rosters of your league mates, which al...

2025 Second Base Preview

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR continue their 2025 Position Preview series at second base. Does Ketel Marte offer enough to target him as an early-round foundational pie...

2025 Shortstop Preview

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR begin their 2025 Position Preview series at shortstop! Are traps looming in Tier 2 for those who take the plunge? Is there enough value be...

Justin Verlander's Next Chapter & Gavin Lux to the Reds

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Justin Verlander's fit with the Giants -- including the potential adjustments he could make to try and rebound from a down year in...

How to Become a Pitching Nerd

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss their paths into becoming pitching nerds while pulling back to discuss the baseline metrics they care about, and digging i...

Another Dodgers Signing, Mookie's First-Round Status & Jarren Duran's Encore

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Hye-seong Kim's fit with the Dodgers after he signed a three-year deal with the club Friday, Mookie Betts' outlook as a first-roun...

Corbin Burnes to the D-backs as the 'Mystery Team' Strikes Again!

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Corbin Burnes' surprising move to the D-backs on a six-year, $210 million contract -- plus, Teoscar Hernández's reunion with the ...

Remembering Rickey Henderson & More December Movement

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the legacy of Rickey Henderson after he passed away at the age of 65 last week. Plus, they examine the latest round of trades and ...

Cody Bellinger is a Yankee, Nolan Arenado Blocks a Trade & Christian Walker Blasts Off to Houston

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Cody Bellinger's fit with the Yankees after the Cubs moved him in a trade earlier this week, and Matt Shaw's opportunity to take o...

Kyle Tucker to the Cubs, Devin Williams to the Yankees & Moves Aplenty

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are back from the Winter Meetings and the big moves around baseball just keep flowing. They discuss Kyle Tucker to the Cubs in a huge trad...

Garrett Crochet to the Red Sox — Day 3 from the Winter Meetings in Dallas

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are joined by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal to discuss Wednesday’s trade that sent Garrett Crochet to the Red Sox, the importance of a ...

Max Fried to the Yankees! Day 2 from the Winter Meetings in Dallas

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss an eight-year deal for Max Fried and the Yankees, and an Andrés Giménez trade involving the Guardians and Blue Jays. Plus, Keith...

Dick Allen & Dave Parker to Cooperstown -- Day 1 from the Winter Meetings

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are in Dallas for Day 1 of the Winter Meetings with a trio of excellent guests! Jayson Stark of The Athletic joins the show to discuss Dic...

Juan Soto to the Mets on a 15-Year, $765 Million Deal -- Emergency Pod!

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are live in Dallas for an emergency pod as Juan Soto signs a record-shattering $765 million deal to spend the next 15 years with the Mets....

Catching Up with Brent Rooker, Hall of Fame Ballots & Baseball's Worst Idea

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor and DVR are joined by Brent Rooker to discuss his offseason so far on the heels of a career year in 2024. Plus, they examine a few tough c...

2024 Hitter Takeaways

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss a few of their big-picture takeaways from the hitter pool in 2024 including a heavy dose of injuries in the early rounds, Atlanta'...

Blake Snell to the Dodgers & Early Pitching Movers in Free Agency

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are back from the holiday to discuss Blake Snell's five-year pact with the Dodgers (and an extension for Tommy Edman), plus Frankie Montas...

Where Will This Year's Top Free Agents Land?

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the top free-agents available this winter and attempt to predict where that group will land when the dust settles in the weeks ahe...

Fantasy Baseball in November?! Draft-and-Hold Strategy w/JH Schroeder

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are joined by John Henry Schroeder to discuss draft-and-hold formats -- fantasy baseball leagues with no in-season pickups -- and how to a...

Roki Sasaki is Headed to MLB, Andrew Painter's Fall League Run & November News

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR return from a brief break to discuss Roki Sasaki's decision to head to MLB for the 2025 season. Now that he's on the way, they discuss a f...

Ohtani's Shoulder Surgery, Roki Sasaki's Pitch Mix & An Early Offseason Acuña Update

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are back from First Pitch Arizona with a flurry of early offseason updates including a shoulder procedure for Shohei Ohtani, a closer look...

Live From First Pitch Arizona 2024!

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are live at First Pitch Arizona. Max Bay, parent of Stuff+ joins the show to discuss a few changes with the latest update to the model. Da...

The Dodgers Are World Series Champions & Baseball's Death Star

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Dodgers' series-clinching Game 5 victory over the Yankees that made them the 2024 World Series Champions, which featured a str...

Anthony Volpe's Big Swing & Hitters That Missed Their Projections in 2024

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Anthony Volpe's huge Game 4 -- including a grand slam -- that may help the Yankees turn the World Series around as they continue t...

The Dodgers Are One Win Away & More Second-Half Takeaways

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Dodgers' commanding lead over the Yankees after a 4-2 win in Game 3. Plus, they wonder if the TV strike-zone box is ready for ...

Freddie Freeman's Epic October Moment, Judge's Slump & Long-Term Questions About Ohtani's Shoulder

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss an eventful start to the World Series -- including Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam, and the Yankees' choice to use Nestor Co...

World Series Preview & Predictions: Yankees v. Dodgers

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR preview the World Series matchup between the Yankees and Dodgers, examining the team's position player groups -- including defense and bas...

World Series Reliever Rankings & Critical Matchups

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, DVR, Trevor discuss the passing of Fernando Valenzuela, whose dominant 1981 season led to Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award honors in the sam...

Is This The Dream World Series?

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss a few compelling things about this year's World Series matchup and wonder if this round of Yankees v. Dodgers is a 'Dream W...

The Yankees & Dodgers Advance to the World Series

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR look back at the conclusion of the LCS matchups as the Dodgers eliminated the Mets and the Yankees eliminated the Guardians to advance to ...

An Instant Classic in Cleveland & Early Starting Pitcher Thoughts

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss an instant classic in Cleveland as the Guardians took Game 3 of the ALCS in dramatic fashion. Plus, they see another night of incr...

Walker Buehler's Stuff Plays Up & The October Struggles of Catchers

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Walker Buehler's outing in Game 3 of the NLCS and the overall uptick in pitch movement at Citi Field on Wednesday night. Plus, the...

Can the Guardians Battle Back in the ALCS?

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Yankees' Game 2 over the Guardians and the missed opportunities for Cleveland as the series heads to Ohio and wonder how the G...

Will Bullpen Decay & The Mets' Success Against Relievers Define This Postseason?

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Dodgers' altered bullpen game approach in Game 2 of the NLCS which included an earlier usage of Landon Knack, who surrendered ...

LCS Matchup Thoughts, Offseason Plans for Padres & Tigers

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the LCS matchups between the Dodgers and Mets, and the Yankees and Guardians -- including the Dodgers' pitching staff going on an ...

The Yankees Reach the ALCS & Two Game 5s On Tap

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Yankees' series-clinching win over the Royals, and what comes next after big step forward in Kansas City in 2024. Plus, they e...

The Tigers Are One Win Away From the ALCS, The Mets Are Through to the NLCS!

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss the Tigers' Game 3 win over the Guardians that has put them one win away from the ALCS, the Dodgers' bullpen game shutout ...

The Mets & Padres Are One Win Away From the NLCS

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss critical Game 3 wins for the Mets and Padres that have the Phillies and Dodgers facing elimination Wednesday. Plus, they dig into ...

Kerry Carpenter Delivers a Game-Winning Homer & Four Division Series Knotted at 1-1

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss all four Division Series being level at one game apiece and preview the Game 3 matchups between the Phillies and Mets, and Padres ...

A Drama Packed Weekend of Playoff Action

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend for all four Division Series -- including the early outburst from the Cleveland lineup that set up a Guardians' Gam...

Division Series Matchup Breakdown

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Mets' thrilling comeback win over the Brewers to advance to the NLDS -- and Eno looks ahead and what's next for Milwaukee in 2...

One Game 3 From the Wild Card Round & Three Teams Sent Packing

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the action from Day 2 of the Wild Card Round which featured three teams advancing -- including the Tigers, Royals and Padres -- a...

A Wild Day 1 & Four Teams Facing Elimination on Day 2

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Britt and DVR look back at fun opening day of the 2024 postseason and consider the implications of Game 1 in each series as four teams -- the Ast...

NL Wild Card Matchup Breakdown

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After an incredible Game 1 of Monday's Mets-Braves doubleheader, the NL Wild Card round matchups are set! Eno and DVR discuss the potential carryover ...

AL Wild Card Matchup Breakdown

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the two AL Wild Card matchups with the Tigers' second-half surge bringing them to Houston, with an opportunity to end the Astros' ...

Saying Goodbye to the Oakland A's

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR are joined by Melissa Lockard on the heels of Thursday's final game for the Oakland A's at the Coliseum. They discuss Melissa's path into ...

Why Each Team in Contention Will Get Bounced (& Why They'll Win it All)

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the flaws for each of the 15 remaining teams in contention for the playoffs and explain why that could lead to their elimin...

How We Would Improve the End of Fantasy Baseball Season

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss a few potential tweaks to the endgame of fantasy baseball season, which always brings a plethora of odd and challenging decisions....

Never Doubt Shohei Ohtani

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Shohei Ohtani's 50-50 campaign -- and the incredible performance he turned in Thursday to reach that milestone. Plus, they examine...

Build-A-Pitcher: Our 2024 Pitching Traits Draft

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In their final regular season livestream of 2024, Eno, Trevor, and DVR have a draft of pitcher traits, in hopes of honing in on the most important qua...

Why We Need Separate Rookie of the Year Awards for Hitters and Pitchers

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the possibility of having separate Rookie of the Year awards for hitters and pitchers in future seasons, and the difficulty...

Adjusting Future Expectations as the 2024 Season Winds Down

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Tyler Glasnow's sprained elbow -- and the likelihood that his 2024 season is now over. How much will Glasnow's risk-reward profile...

The Biggest Prospect Risers of 2024

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Corey Seager's season-ending surgery and long-term outlook, Kumar Rocker's debut, and an impressive rotation coming together for t...

How to Keep Hitters Guessing

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor and DVR consider a few ways that pitchers could keep hitters guessing more often, a question about the possibility of great command being ...

The Wild Card Races Are Heating Up!

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the return of Jasson Dominguez for the stretch run, Kumar Rocker's upcoming debut with the Rangers, and the Mets' continued...

The Push for September Roster Reinforcements

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss an adjustment from Luis Castillo that might help to prolong his peak in 2025 and beyond in the wake of a hamstring injury that cou...

Pleasant Surprises & Making Better Decisions in September

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Reynaldo López and Ronel Blanco as two of this season's pleasant pitching surprises and wonder what's next for the duo, as well a...

The Search for Baseball's Most Unpredictable Pitches & Pitchers

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss Matt Chapman's six-year extension with the Giants, a combined no-hitter for the Cubs, who are clinging to slim playoff hop...

The Padres & Astros Are Returning to Full Strength at the Right Time

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the Padres getting healthy for the stretch run as Yu Darvish will rejoin the rotation this week on the heels of Fernando Tatis Jr....

Pitching Prospects Promoted for the Stretch Run

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss an unfortunate sequence that led to two Royals players suffering an injury Thursday night, uncertainty regarding the availability ...

The Fast Adjustments of Jackson Merrill & Jackson Chourio

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss Oneil Cruz's move to center field and the Pirates' needs in order to take a step forward in 2025, the fast adjustments bei...

Aaron Judge and Juan Soto Are Having an All-Time Great Season

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the historical context of the 2024 season from Aaron Judge and Juan Soto by taking a look back at elite duos that have had ...

Dylan Crews Gets the Call & Saber Conference Highlights

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion Dylan Crews and one major change in his profile with the move from Double-A to Triple-A earlier this season. After a...

Looking Ahead at a 2025 Draft Board

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Bloomfield of Baseball HQ and the Bubba & The Bloom podcast joins DVR discuss the third annual "Meatball Draft" a 15-team draft-and-hold leag...

Joey Votto's Case for Cooperstown & A Closer Look at Park Factors for Pitchers

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Joey Votto's retirement and his case for Cooperstown, the Mariners' decision to fire manager Scott Servais, and a few par...

Do We Need 100-Win Teams?

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As things currently stand, no team will finish the regular season with 100+ wins for the first time since 2014. Does the unusual shape of the standing...

Starting Pitchers Facing Reduced Workloads & Biggest Underperformers of 2024

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the expectations of a tapering per-start workload for Paul Skenes as the season winds down, the second-half adjustments to usage o...

Searching for Paths to Playing Time & Keeper League Stashes

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss season-ending back surgery for Christian Yelich and the Brewers' search for a left-handed bat to use near the heart of their lineu...

Will New Pitch Data Help Us Quantify Deception?

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a report from ESPN's Jesse Rogers that MLB might consider a future rule requiring a six-inning minimum for starting pitch...

Which MLB Players Will Make Team USA in 2028?

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the 2024 Olympics completed, Eno, Britt and DVR wonder -- if MLB players are participating in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, who among current...

Is It Time to Lower Expectations for Underperforming Hitters?

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss a soon-to-debut prospect pitching at his *fourth* level of 2024 with the arrival of Zebby Matthews on Tuesday, the demotion of Cam...

How Can Keeper Leagues Make You a Better Redraft Player?

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the pros (and a few potential cons) of playing in keeper leagues and how long-term formats can make you a better redraft league pl...

How Do You Prepare to Face Blake Snell?

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With Blake Snell's return to Cy Snell levels since coming back from the injured list, DVR, Eno and Trevor discuss how teams should game plan against h...

The White Sox Are the Worst Team In Baseball, But Which Team is Baseball's Best?

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, DVR and Britt consider several options for the 'Best Team in Baseball' title, with just under two months before the playoffs. Plus, they discuss ...

A No-No for Blake Snell, Intriguing Free Agent Pitchers & A Mailbag Monday

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss Blake Snell's no-hitter, the path for Snell to opt out of his current deal with the Giants and get a longer contract this winter, ...

Mid-Summer Prospecting & Playing Time Winners & Losers After the Trade Deadline

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the difficulty of trading for top-end prospects -- in fantasy and reality -- and whether we should pay extra attention to the play...

The Best Pitching Staffs in Baseball & The Worst Pitches of 2024 (So Far)

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, DVR and Trevor discuss the best pitching staffs in baseball coming out of the 2024 Trade Deadline -- comparing the Stuff+ and WAR projections to ...

Trade Deadline Recap: Yusei Kikuchi, Jack Flaherty & Lane Thomas on the Move

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno, DVR and Britt recap the final moves leading into the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline including the Astros' addition of Yusei Kikuchi, the Padres' continu...

This Trade Deadline is Glorious -- Jazz Chisholm Jr., Randy Arozarena & Isaac Paredes On the Move

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eno and DVR discuss the heavy activity in the week leading up to the MLB Trade Deadline (Tuesday, 6p ET) including Jazz Chisholm Jr. to the Yankees, R...