Locked On Fantasy Baseball - Daily MLB Fantasy Podcast

Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood is rewriting expectations with a jaw-dropping surge—could he be a surefire 2027 first-round fantasy pick? Dominick Martino breaks down Wood’s electrifying 2024 stats: leading MLB in runs, unleashing 15 home runs, stealing nine bases, and boasting elite plate discipline at just 23 years old. Wood’s power-speed combo and rising batting average make him the...

Cincinnati Reds’ ace Hunter Greene headlines a group of must-stash fantasy options as he ramps up bullpen sessions, signaling a possible mid-July return. Can fantasy managers afford to overlook the high-upside righty and potential league-winner Jared Jones of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who’s nearing activation after strong rehab starts? Spencer Schwellenbach (Atlanta Braves) and Chris Bubich (Kansas...

Shane McClanahan powers the Tampa Bay Rays’ rotation, boasting a sub-3.00 ERA and flashing pre-injury dominance in his 2026 comeback. Is McClanahan a must-hold ace, or is now the perfect time to trade high on his resurgent value? Matthew Ahne breaks down McClanahan’s stats—47 strikeouts in 44 innings, a 2.82 ERA, and nasty off-speed stuff—while examining concerns like his hard-hit and barrel perce...

Ketam Marte powers the Arizona Diamondbacks with a red-hot May, but can he sustain this surge and keep fantasy managers winning? Matthew Onan scrutinizes Marte’s recent breakout, Ryan Walderschmidt’s impressive rookie stats, and the emerging value of Max Meyer. Get the latest on whether to keep, trade, or cut big fantasy names based on advanced metrics and lineup scarcity. Fantasy owners face toug...

New York Yankees catcher Ben Rice emerges as a fantasy baseball powerhouse, smashing 16 home runs and tallying 33 RBIs in just 48 games. Can Rice maintain his breakout pace and finish among the league’s elite first basemen? Dominick Martino examines Rice’s underlying metrics, including a .624 slugging percentage and top-tier barrel rates, pointing to sustainable production for the rest of the seas...

Fantasy baseball contenders scramble as breakout pitchers ignite waiver wire frenzy—who will be the difference-maker in your league? Dominick Martino spotlights Bryce Miller’s electric return for the Seattle Mariners, Logan Henderson’s dominance for the Milwaukee Brewers, and Zebby Matthews chasing a breakout for the Minnesota Twins. Closers Louis Varland (Toronto Blue Jays) and Paul Sewald (Arizo...

Milwaukee Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski is rewriting the fantasy baseball script with a blistering fastball and sky-high strikeout totals. Can this sophomore sensation keep up his unprecedented dominance and emerge as a top-five fantasy pitcher by season’s end? Host Dominick Martino spotlights Misiorowski’s explosive sophomore stats—1.89 ERA, 88 strikeouts in 57 innings, and an eye-popping 0.88 WHIP—...

Fantasy managers face crucial trade decisions as Justin Robleski emerges as the waiver wire darling—can his hot streak last, or is now the time to sell high? Matthew Ahne breaks down Robleski’s surprising stats, analyzes Ozzy Albies’ warning signs, and questions the sustainability of strong starts from Dylan Cease, Nick Martinez, and Byron Buxton, urging listeners to consider capitalizing on peak...

Boston Red Sox rookie Connor Early is turning heads with a strong debut season—can fantasy managers trust him to sustain this breakout? Analyst Matthew Ahne a examines Early’s recent performances, highlighting dominant outings against heavy-hitting teams and dissecting concerning starts versus Houston and the Yankees. While Early’s impressive strikeout rates and fastball movement suggest long-term...

Miami Marlins top prospect Thomas White could be the next breakout arm to shake up your fantasy league—are you ready to make the move before your rivals? Solo host Dominick Martino spotlights White’s upside, analyzing the Marlins’ pitcher’s fastball, strikeout dominance, and control issues, while weighing the likelihood and impact of an imminent call-up. Other must-add arms featured include J.T. G...

Pittsburgh Pirates’ emerging ace Jared Jones dominates his minor league rehab, fueling speculation about a breakout return to the majors. Is he the next must-add fantasy baseball pitcher set to shake up your roster? With a blistering fastball that touches 100 mph and an electric slider, Jones is building momentum post-Tommy John surgery, boasting a 0.188 ERA, 18 strikeouts, and a minuscule 0.97 WH...

Top fantasy baseball prospects are heating up—could a late-season call-up swing your league? Matthew Ahne spotlights emerging stars like Leo de Vries of the Las Vegas Athletics, Max Clark for the Detroit Tigers, and Dodgers talents Jose de Paula and Zaire Hope. He breaks down each player’s stats, power-speed potential, and the likelihood of them forcing a promotion, while also questioning if age,...

Gavin Sheets powers the Chicago White Sox with a blistering start to the 2026 MLB season—could a late-career breakout reshape fantasy baseball leagues? With 9 home runs, 21 RBIs, and a .262 batting average so far, Sheets remains shockingly under-rostered at just 29% ownership. His elite 12.5% barrel rate, 46.9% hard-hit percentage, and a remarkable 20% walk rate point to sustainable production tha...

Jordan Walker powers the St. Louis Cardinals with another monster week—can his explosive breakout last the full season ? Dominick Martino analyzes Walker’s scorching stats, historic regression patterns, and why fantasy managers should hold tight unless an irresistible offer emerges. The episode spotlights a key arm in Logan Gilbert and Martino discusses what's wrong with Gilbert and if he can boun...

Waiver wire sleepers could tip the balance in your fantasy baseball league. Colt Emerson gets the call for the Seattle Mariners , and with 10 runs, 2 homers, 9 RBIs, 3 steals, and a .400+ average over his last eight games , he’s forcing his way onto fantasy rosters everywhere. Should you grab him before his ownership spikes? Matthew and Dominic break down his hit tool, lineup placement, and long‑t...

New York Yankees fans and fantasy managers, is Gerrit Cole still an elite ace or simply a high-upside gamble as he nears his MLB return? Stats from Cole's minor league rehab—466 ERA, 29 strikeouts in 29 innings, and a promising 1.06 WHIP—spark debate about his future value for both the Yankees rotation and fantasy baseball lineups. Host Dominick Martino breaks down Cole’s ownership trends, trade p...

San Diego Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. remains homerless three months into the 2026 MLB season, leaving fantasy managers baffled. Is this just a cold streak, or the sign of deeper struggles? Matthew Ahne dissects Tatis Jr.’s rare drought, breaking down advanced metrics like barrel rate, hard-hit percentage, and launch angle while spotlighting the impact of his new role at second base on his fantasy...

Waiver wire sleepers could tip the balance in your fantasy baseball league. Zebby Matthews dazzles in his 2026 debut for the Minnesota Twins—should you gamble on him before everyone else does? Matthew Ahne spotlights must-add pitchers like Eduardo Rodriguez and Jameson Taillon, dissecting their matchup potential and statistical trends. Is Grayson Rodriguez’s return for the Los Angeles Angels the h...

MLB’s top 100 prospects list gets a seismic shakeup—are these emerging stars your secret weapon in fantasy baseball? Dominick Martino spotlights red-hot call-ups like A.J. Ewing, whose stolen base prowess could make him a game-changer for the New York Mets, and Henry Bolte’s surprising power-speed blend for the Athletics. Unheralded names are making noise, setting off waiver wire frenzy and raisin...

New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler dominates Fantasy Baseball Week 8, emerging as a must-keep asset—does he have true ace potential? DominicK Martino dissects Schlittler’s electric season, including his impressive strikeout rate and arsenal upgrades, while also spotlighting Ben Rice and Michael Harris II as players fantasy managers shouldn’t let go. Are you missing out on a secret weapon at t...

Atlanta Braves’ Michael Harris II powers up for a monster breakout season—has he become this year’s league-winning fantasy asset? Matthew Ahne spotlights Harris’s surge to the cleanup spot, dissecting how his barrel rate, hard-hit percentage, and lineup role signal even bigger things ahead. Can fantasy managers capitalize before his value skyrockets? Onan breaks down Harris’s underlying metrics, b...

Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Ryan Waldschmidt is turning heads with a blazing .375 average in his first MLB games. Could this breakout rookie be the secret weapon you need for a championship push? Matthew Ahne spotlights Waldschmidt’s upside and spotlights must-add fantasy baseball players poised to transform your lineup, including Travis Bazzana (Cleveland Guardians), Josh Jung (Texas Rangers),...

Top pitching prospect Robby Snelling gets the call for the Miami Marlins, igniting fantasy buzz—can he anchor your rotation down the stretch? Matthew Ahne and Dominick Martino break down Snelling's must-add status, evaluating his impressive minor league numbers, park factors, and immediate fantasy impact. The conversation spotlights other top waiver adds, including Griffin Canning, Rico Garcia, Ja...

Kansas City Royals ace Cole Ragans lands on the IL with a concerning VEo (valgus extension overload) diagnosis. Should fantasy owners panic, or is this a buy-low opportunity? Matt Ahne explains what VEo means for Ragans’ elbow, how long the Royals’ strikeout machine could be sidelined, and why his pitch mix reduces reinjury risk. Key insight: Ragans’ heavy reliance on the fastball and changeup, as...

Davis Martin’s electric start for the Chicago White Sox—boasting a 1.64 ERA and 43 strikeouts—has fantasy managers buzzing, but is this breakout sustainable or the perfect time to sell high? Matthew Ahne breaks down key trade strategies, spotlighting which hot hands like Martin, Mickey Moniak (Colorado Rockies), Justin Robleski (Los Angeles Dodgers), and Taj Bradley (Tampa Bay Rays) could bring pe...