The Baseball Prospectus Podcast Network

Smith and Nathan discuss a Chicago Cubs system bolstered by their sell off of the 2016 World Series winning core.

In Episode 401 of For All You Kids Out There, Jeffrey and Jarrett discuss the Edwin Díaz's knee injury, the WBC, and the Mets bullpen.

Smith and Jarrett chat about an improving, but still quirky Brewers system.

In Episode 270, Patrick and Craig chat about towels and coming out of the darkness to the New York Jets, then discuss the five teams in the AL Central. 1. /slaps hood of the Minnesota Twins "You can fit so many two-win players in here." 2. The Guardians once again have plenty of pitching 3. The White Sox are betting on positive regression. 4. The Tigers will need significantly more positive regres...

It's shortstop week on Flags Fly Forever. Mike, Jon, and a large number of fans at Mike's house are here to close out the infield portion of our series. There's a lot of big names in this spot, a lot of things to consider when drafting, but fear not. The lads get you where you want to be, and you'll be blown away by their analysis! Got a content idea for the show? Shoot us an email at flagsflyfore...

In Episode 269, Jeffrey and Craig discuss the five teams in the NL Central. PECOTA loves the Brewers again. The Cardinals always have a guy or three. The Cubs have spent a lot of money on heirloom tomatoes. It's a metaphor. The Pirates are slightly more interesting. We think the Reds are probably better than the Pirates, for all that matters. Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our P...

In Episode 400 of For All You Kids Out There, Jeffrey and Jarrett are joined by David Roth to chat about movies he didn't watch on a bus, the Jets QB situation, Mets giveaways, whether Wally Joyner is a guy to remember, eventually the Mets outfield, but mostly Abraham Almonte, and who the next Mets president might be. You only become more yourself as you age. This podcast is probably proof.

Jesse dives into the deep outfield position, discussing the exciting top of the position that includes seven first-round picks, high-end players poised for a further breakout, risky veterans, pop-up players, and post-hype sleepers to target/avoid, and a handful of the top prospects at the position in the short- and long-term.

In Episode 268, Patrick and Craig this discuss the five teams in the AL East. 1. The Yankees are boringly competent 2. The Blue Jays are certainly not boring, but if you are a Toronto fan might prefer them to be slightly more competent 3. The Rays are the Rays 4. The Red Sox are doing something, but not enough. 5. The Orioles should be better than this. Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can...

In Episode 399 of For All You Kids Out There, well we forgot to include the catchers in the infield preview last week, and that was the position group Thomas actually wanted to talk about. So he's back. To talk catchers. As was the original plan. Plus, your correspondence.

Our positional series continues with the hot corner. Mike Gianella and Jon Hegglund take you through third base, a position with a strong top end but that curves out real poorly. How should you handle the second tier and lower of the position? The lads make sure you're well taken care of so you'll avoid the pitfalls and ride the wave to success. Got a content idea for the show? Shoot us an email a...

In Episode 267, Jeffrey and Craig chat about watching spring training games and this discuss the five teams in the NL East. 1. Because we are a Mets podcast, the Mets segment is very long 2. PECOTA is probably a bit too far down on. Atlanta, but did they really do enough in the offseason? 3. The Phillies remain extremely the Phillies and Jeffrey's one to watch is already hurt. 4. The Marlins are w...

In Episode 266, Patrick and Craig discuss five mostly baseball topics. 1. Spring Training Stats Matter (They Do Not Matter): Let's check in on the Cactus League Home Run leaders and commemorative coins. 2. Lux-ury Tax: Patrick has some regrets about the segment title. Craig has some regrets about the Dodgers offseason. 3. On the Clock: Pitch Clock (Timer) discourse 4. Everybody Hurts: The usual sp...

The closer expert himself, Greg Jewett of Reliever Recon and The Athletic , joins Jesse to discuss how to approach relievers this year, situations to target and avoid, and late-round sleeper options, and predicts who rises to the top of several undecided and crowded bullpens.

In Episode 265, Patrick and Craig chat about children's education and then discuss five mostly baseball topics. 1. Natty BOH'NO: Yes, another John Angelos segment 2. I mean it’s one winning baseball team, Michael, what could it cost, Ten Dollars?: Yes, another ownership is mad about teams spending too much segment. 3. Burnes After Reading: What to do about the arbitration process...well, probably...

Jesse talks shortstops, including the position's depth and why it is advisable to wait on the position in redraft and dynasty formats, how to approach Fernando Tatis Jr. this year, the values to be found in veterans outside the first five rounds (top 75), and a handful of high-upside prospects.

The positional series continues this week with one of the most robust categories, second base. This is a depth position in 2023, with no one stand out star but plenty of options at the very good and below levels. Mike Gianella and Jon Hegglund dive all the way in, giving you insights on how to parse through each tier and make the best selection for what you need. Got a content idea for the show? S...

Smith and Jeffrey chat about future members of the Rays arm clock, loads of not-particularly-good infielders who can really hit, and some good infielders with bat questions.

“The $100,000 Muff” as a state of being and the tale of a shortstop who tried to play only when he felt up to it. TABLE OF CONTENTS Casey Stengel’s Imitation of Fred Snodgrass in America*A Very Simple But Important Note About the Hazardous Nature of an Open Drawbridge*Ray Chapman vs. Charlie Hollocher*How Many Shortstops Have Hit .340?*The Phantom Stomachache*Playing Through Pain*Going Home and th...

In Episode 264, Jeffrey and Craig chat about Valentine's Day and then discuss five mostly baseball topics. The Laws of the Game: The Manfred Man is permanent, plus new pitcher rules and big ol' bases. Thanks We Hate It: 2023 PECOTA projections are out and no we don't hate your favorite team. Whirling Dervish: The Padres lock up You Darvish into his 40s, may do the same with Manny Machado, Dick Mon...

Smith and Jeffrey disucss the state of the Astros system, bolstered by finally having some Day One draft picks. However it's not yet deep enough to prevent us from going on long tangents about the shapes of prospect projection.

Smith and Marc discuss what is left of the San Diego Padres system after about three years of buy now trades.

Jesse discusses the top-heavy third base position, including why you should target a 3B early in redraft formats, how the top options rival any other position, the underwhelming mid-tier options, and the up-and-coming exciting young prospects.

In Episode 396 of For All You Kids Out There, Jeffrey and Jarrett discuss the Super Bowl, the historical difficulty curve in sports, and answer your correspondence.

Don't call it a comeback, we've been here for like two days. Mike Gianella, Jon Hegglund, and Samuel Hale are back in the saddle talking all about fantasy baseball once again. It's positional series time, and this week they tackle first base with a pinch of DH mixed in. It's a position which has pretty well defined rank. Mike and Jon help guide you through all the nooks and crannies to help you su...