The Toolshed: A Fantasy Baseball Podcast

EP 344 | Arizona Fall League Preview

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric walk through each AFL roster with players they are excited to see, sleeper picks, and league MVP choices.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigar...

EP 343 | Behind the Toolshed

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric peel the curtain back and discuss their fantasy seasons, what they learned, how they plan to grow heading into 2025, and what life was ...

EP 342 | NL MiLB Players of the Year

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris pick MiLB Players of the year for each National League organization.Selections for (Chris/Eric)ARI: Demetrio Crisantes/Adrian Del Casti...

EP 341 | AL MiLB Players of the Year

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris pick MiLB Players of the year for each American League organization. Selections for (Chris/Eric)BAL:  Coby Mayo/Coby MayoBOS: Kristian...

EP 340 | Dynasty Risers and Fallers

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the final time during the 2024 season, Eric and Chris discuss risers and fallers among MLB players for dynasty rankings.The duo discusses:Corbin B...

EP 339 | Struggling Young Arms

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss five struggling young starting pitchers and their long term outlook:Taj BradleyGavin WilliamsBrandon PfaadtMax MeyerBobby Mille...

EP 338 | Prospect Risers and Faller w/Martin Sekulski

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Martin Sekulski of PitcherList and Fantrax to the show to discuss prospect risers and fallers including:Risers: Cam Smith, Mich...

EP 337 | Off the Rocker

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss surging players in Grant McCray and Connor Norby. Discuss Brent Rooker's dynasty value before talking some struggling playe...

EP 336 | Rookie Roundup

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss some strong rookie performances this year including:Jackson MerrillColton CowserWilyer AbreuJairo IriarteCaden DanaDavid FestaR...

EP 335 | Big Christmas Carroll

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris breakdown Corbin Carroll's surging August, how high to value Lawrence Butler, then talk some surging rookies in:Parker MeadowsAusti...

EP 334 | August Listener Mailbag

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric answer listener questions regarding prospects and dynasty.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a ...

EP 333 | Premium Pitching Performances

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric look at some dominant pitching performances in August, including:Spencer Schwellenbach, ARISpencer Arrighetti, HOUBowden Francis, TOROs...

EP 332 | Late Season Risers

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris take a look at some recent promotion and demotion news, including Spencer Torkelson and Nolan Gorman, as well as discuss some late seas...

EP 331 | Early 2024 Draftee Thoughts

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down the early looks at the 2024 draftees and how they have performed so far. The duo then play 3 up/3 down with hitting prospect...

EP 330 | P1ADP Mock Breakdowns w/Chris Welsh

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome Chris Welsh of FantasyPros and In This League to the show to break down his P1ADP mocks. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars Intern...

EP 329 | The Jackson Three

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric breaks down the trio of Jackson Holliday, Jackson Chourio, and Jackson Merrill before talking about the notable prospect promotions in ...

EP 328 | Eric Cross Activated Off the IL

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric makes his return to the show and he and Chris break down the recent MLB promotions in Coby Mayo, Jackson Holliday, Pedro Leon, Zach Dezenzo, Dill...

EP 327 | Trade Deadline Moves Pt. 2

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down all the trades that happened post Sunday Night, July 28 at 8 PM EST.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out t...

EP 326 | Trade Deadline Moves Pt. 1

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down all the trades that have taken place through Sunday Night, July 28 at 8 PM EST.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoClegg...

EP 325 | What Are We Doing With These Players?

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss the MLB Debuts of Jacob Wilson and Nacho Alvarez, Max Clark and Kevin McGonigle's promotions, Hayden Birdsong's dominan...

EP 324 | Early FYPD Thoughts and Top Prospects

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down their top 10s for FYPD from the 2024 MLB draft plus discuss some intriguing prospects to know from the draft cycle.Follow th...

EP 323 | Trust or Bust?

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric talk about some surprising players who are standing out in MLB and if they are legit. Players include: Lawrence Butler, Brent Rooker, A...

EP 322 | Are They Cooked?

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss recently debuted prospects + play a game of: "Are These Players Cooked?"Names discussed:Brooks Lee, Rece Hinds, Yilber ...

EP 321 | Surging Pitching Prospects

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss pitching prospects that are on the rise, plus some fallers in the process. Risers includeEmiliano TeodoJarlin SusanaBubba Chand...

EP 320 | Are We Concerned With These Players?

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss listener requested players and how to handle them in dynasty leagues such as:Jordan Walker, Michael Harris, Junior Caminero, Ma...

EP 319 | The Wood, The Bad, and the Ugly

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss the notable promoted prospects in James Wood, Jhonkensy Noel, David Festa, and Hayden Birdsong.They then discuss where Julio Ro...

EP 318 | June Listener Mailbag

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric answer listener questions.Follow them on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:https://www.thedynastydugout.com/https://www.to...

EP 317 | Hit The Kwan

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss two PED suspensions in Noelvi Marte and Orelvis Martinez. The duo then discusses some surging hitters before playing three up/t...

EP 316 | Pitchers and Prospects

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric talk about notable prospect promotions plus some pitchers who are breaking out but also struggling. Follow them on X @EricCross04, @Rot...

EP 315 | To Stash or Not To Stash..

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris breakdown hitters and pitchers that could be close to the Majors and if they are worth stashing or not before going three up/three down...

EP 314 | Pitching Prospect Risers and Fallers

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss pitching prospects moving up and down their rankings with detailed player breakdowns.Follow them on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggC...

EP 313 | June Hitting Prospect Risers & Fallers

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss hitting prospect risers and fallers in their latest ranking update. Plus the notable prospect promotions such as:Hurston Waldre...

EP 312 | Surprising Rookie Standouts

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down all the notable prospect promotions plus break down the rookies who are standing out, and surprisingly, most are not big nam...

EP 311 | Demotions Galore and Improbable Breakouts

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss the demotions of Spencer Torkelson, Reid Detmers, and Brett Baty, plus the surge of Luis Gil and Mitch Keller. The duo rounds o...

EP 310 | Slumping with the Stars

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss top players who have been struggling including how to handle Ronald Acuña Jr, Corbin Carroll, and Julio Rodriguez in dynasty. ...

EP 309 | Rookie Review

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric review the top prospects who have debuted and how they have performed this year.Follow them on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out thei...

EP 308 | Hot Hitters and Notable MiLB Promotions

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric breakdown some scorching players at the MLB level including: Bryson StottJoey OrtizLuis GilAs well as discussing notable MiLB promotion...

EP 307 | Post Top-100 Pitching Prospect Mock Draft

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Jesse Roche from Baseball Prospectus to draft pitching prospects not in their consensus top 100 overall prospect rankings. Foll...

EP 306 | Trust or Bust?

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss hitters and pitchers who are off to hot starts and others, like the Atlanta lineup, not so much. The duo also plays a game of t...

EP 305 | Dynasty Risers and Fallers + PAUL SKENES

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down the Paul Skenes promotions plus talk some MLB hitters and pitchers moving up and down their rankings. Gleyber TorresOneil Cr...

EP 304 | Prospect Call-up Palooza

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss all the latest promotions, some hitting prospects that are rising and falling, and other notable storylines.Follow them all on ...

EP 303 | Prospect Risers and Fallers

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric breakdown the notable prospect promotions, plus some risers and fallers in their newly updated prospect rankings. Jordan Beck - (3:00)T...

EP 302 | Blue Jays Blues

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down all the latest happenings around the league, notable prospect promotions, and three pitching prospects on the rise and three...

EP 301 | April Mailbag

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric answer questions from listeners with a ton of good discussion on prospects and MLB players.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleg...

EP 300 | Turning the Pages

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down some notable performances, recent prospect debuts, and play a new game of 3 up/3 down. The duo discusses:Elly De La CruzJord...

EP 299 | Early Dynasty Buys and Sells

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss some players they are buying and selling in a dynasty league including: Carlos Rodon, Ronel Blanco, Nolan Jones, Oswaldo Cabrer...

EP 298 | Early Prospect Standouts

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss early prospect standouts and how they are valuing them long term. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their ...

EP 297 | Hot or Not?

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss some hitters who are off to scorching hot starts and some that... aren't. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggChec...

EP 296 | How To Navigate The Pitching Landmines in Dynasty

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss the recent news of pitching injuries, strategy of how to navigate pitching in dynasty leagues, plus some early pitching standou...

EP 295 | The Morel of the Story

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down all the recent action including arms like Garrett Crochet, Shota Imanaga, Garrett Whitlock, and Tanner Houck. Plus surging b...

EP 294 | Week 1 Takeaways

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down standout performers over the first several days of MLB and MiLB action plus discuss wether to worry about certain players wi...

EP 293 | Prospects to Stash

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down a ton of prospects that did not make Opening Day rosters and when they expect them to debut and if they are worth stashing i...

EP 292 | 2024 Dynasty Bold Predictions

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris pull out the crystal ball and make their bold predictions for the 2024 season. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out t...

EP 291 | 2024 Prospect Bold Predictions

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris each give six bold predictions for prospects for the 2024 season. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:htt...

EP 290 | Dynasty Baseball Fallers

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris dive in one some pitchers and hitters that are trending down their dynasty rankings heading toward Opening Day.Follow them all on X @Er...

EP 289 | Dynasty Baseball Risers

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris dive in one some pitchers and hitters that are moving up their dynasty rankings heading toward Opening Day.Follow them all on X @EricCr...

EP 288 | Dynasty Crystal Ball

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris look into their crystal ball and project the top five players at each position heading into the 2027 season. Who are those players and ...

EP 287 | Spring Training Mailbag

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris answer mailbag question from listeners. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:https://www.thedynastydugout...

EP 286: Our Guys for 2024: MLB Pitchers

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss pitchers they are targeting this year that could return value in 2024.ChrisChris SaleBryce MillerBrayan BelloReese OlsonDL Hall...

EP 285 | Our Guys for 2024: MLB Hitters

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss players they think are undervalued that they are targeting at each position for 2024.ChrisC: Sean Murphy1B: Rhys Hoskins2B: Bra...

EP 284 | 2024 Spring Training Standout Prospects

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down some prospects and their early performance in Spring Training, including: Leo De VriesWyatt LangfordEvan CarterJames WoodCob...

EP 283 | 2024 Early Spring Training Thoughts

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down their early thoughts on top Spring Training performers live from Florida.Follow them on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out ...

EP 282 | 2024 Prospect Mock Draft w/Geoff Pontes

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to the show to do a mock draft of prospects for the 2024 season!Follow them on X @EricCross04,...

EP 281 | 2025 Prospect Crystal Ball

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric look into the crystal ball and project their top 25 prospects on Opening Day 2025. Follow them on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out t...

Ep 280 | Dynasty Pitcher Buys/Sells

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down eight buys and four sells for dynasty fantasy baseball around the outfield including:Blake SnellHunter GreeneMichael KingWal...

EP 279 | 2024 Dynasty Outfield Buys/Sells

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down eight buys and four sells for dynasty fantasy baseball around the outfield including:Luis RobertTJ FriedlCedric MullinsNolan...

EP 278 | 2024 Dynasty Infield Buys/Sells

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down six buys and six sells for dynasty fantasy baseball around the infield, including:Ha-Seong KimCJ AbramsIsaac ParedesFrancisc...

EP 277 | 2024 Breakout Pitching Prospects

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris each discuss prospects they see as breakouts for 2024.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:https://www.the...

EP 276 | 2024 Breakout Hitting Prospects

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris each discuss prospects they see as breakouts for 2024.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:https://www.the...

EP 275 | 2024 Post-Hype Pitchers

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss a handful of post-hype pitchers and whether they are buying or selling, including:Matt ManningCasey MizeTaj BradleyEdward Cabre...

EP 274 | 2024 Post-Hype Hitters

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss a handful of post-hype hitters and whether they are buying or selling, including:Miguel VargasBrett BatyJose MirandaOscar Colas...

EP 273 | Prospects to Target for Redraft: National League

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris run down every National League team and disccus prospects who may or may not be worth drafting in a redraft league.Follow them all on X...

EP 272 | 2024 Dynasty RP Rankings w/ Mike Carter

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome bullpen guru Mike Carter to the show to to discuss all things relief pitching!Follow them on X: @mdrc0508, @EricCross04, @RotoC...

EP 271 | 2024 Dynasty SP Rankings Pt. 2

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss their dynasty SP ranks 26-50 with some interesting talking points on:-How to handle injured pitchers in dynasty-Walker Buehler-...

EP 270 | 2024 Dynasty SP Rankings w/Nick Pollack

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome Nick Pollack to the show to talk all things starting pitchers for dynasty leagues with great insight from the pitching guru him...

EP 269 | 2024 Pitching Prospect Rankings

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris breakdown their top 50 pitching prospects for dynasty fantasy baseball with discussion on:Ricky TiedemannRobby SnellingKyle HarrisonMas...

EP 268 | Prospects to Target for Redrafts: American League

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris run down every American League team and disccus prospects who may or may not be worth drafting in a redraft league.Follow them all on X...

EP 267 | Dynasty Hitter Debates

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down 10 dynasty hitting debates of closely ranked players.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:https...

EP 266 | 2024 Dynasty Outfield Rankings

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down the top 50 dynasty outfielders and discuss points such as:What does Juan Soto's value look like in New York?Is Michael H...

EP 265 | 2024 Outfield Prospect Rankings Pt. 2

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down their 26th-50th rankings outfield prospects for 2024 with discussion on:Josue De PaulaDylan BeaversParker MeadowsMiguel Blei...

EP 264 | Outfield Prospect Rankings Pt. 1

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Chris Welsh to the Toolshed to break down the top outfield prospects for dynasty with potential breakouts and sleepers.Follow t...

EP 263 | 2024 Shortstop Prospect Rankings

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Greg Hoogkamp to the Toolshed to break down the top shortstop prospects for dynasty with potential breakouts and sleepers.Follo...

EP 262 | 2024 Dynasty Shortstop Rankings

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Michael Waterloo of The Athletic to the show to discuss all things dynasty shortstops. The trio discusses:- How to value Bo Bic...

EP 261 | 2024 Dynasty Third Base Rankings

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome James Anderson of Rotowire to the Toolshed to discuss all things dynasty third base. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCl...

EP 260 | Dynasty Pitching Debates

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris debate dynasty pitchers and pitching prospects that are similarly ranked. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their ...

EP 259 | 2024 Third Base Prospect Rankings

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down the top third base prospects for dynasty with potential breakouts and sleepers.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoClegg...

EP 258 | 2024 Dynasty Second Base Rankings

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down the top second baseman for dynasty leagues for 2024. Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleggCheck out their work:https...

EP 257 | 2024 Second Base Prospect Rankings

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down the top second base prospects for dynasty with potential breakouts and sleepers.Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @RotoCleg...

EP 256 | 2024 Dynasty First Base Rankings

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris breakdown the first base landscape for dynasty fantasy baseball landscape with their top 25 rankings at the position.Follow them all on...

EP 255 | 2024 First Base Prospect Rankings

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down their top-25 catching prospects for dynasty fantasy baseball, including: Kyle Manzardo, Xavier Isaac, Ryan Clifford and more...

EP 254 | 2024 Dynasty Catcher Rankings

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome Drew Wheeler of Prospects Live to the show to break down the dynasty catcher landscape for 2024.Follow them all on X @EricCross...

EP 253 | 2024 Catcher Prospect Rankings

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric break down their top-25 catching prospects for dynasty fantasy baseball, including: Samuel Basallo, Ethan Salas, Kyle Teel, and more. S...

EP 252 | Toolshed Mock Draft Review

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric breakdown the recent Toolshed Dynasty Mock in detail, looking at best picks, team builds, and more!Follow them all on X @EricCross04, @...

EP 251 | Difficult Players to Evaluate w/Lucas Biery Pt. 2

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome NFBC Auction Overall Champion and owner of DC Dynasty, Lucas Biery, to the show to discuss players that are hard to evaluate an...

EP 250 | Difficult Players to Evaluate w/Lucas Biery

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris welcome NFBC Auction Overall Champion and owner of DC Dynasty, Lucas Biery, to the show to discuss players that are hard to evaluate an...

EP 249 | Dynasty Pitcher Buys and Sells

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris break down four pitchers to sell in dynasty leagues and eight to buy. SellsBlake Snell - 5:00Max Fried - 9:00Tarik Skubal - 10:30Hunter...

EP 248 | Arizona Fall League Live Looks + Interviews

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric discuss all the players they saw live in the Arizona Fall Leauge plus interviews with Colson Montgomery, Eric Brown Jr, and Jace Jung s...

EP 247 | Dynasty Hitter Buys and Sells

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eric and Chris discuss 13 hitters to buy and sell in dynasty leagues this offseason.Adolis Garcia - (5:30)Cody Bellinger - (10:00)Isaac Paredes - (14:...

EP 246 | Arizona Fall League Standouts

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Now halfway through the Arizona Fall Leauge, Eric and Chris breakdown the top performers, what we should take away from the AFL, what the duo is watch...

EP 245 | FYPD Mock w/James Anderson and Chris Welsh

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Eric welcome Chris Welsh and James Anderson to the pod to participate in an FYPD Mock draft with 32 picks. Wyatt Langford - (8:45)Dylan Crew...