The Toolshed: A Fantasy Baseball Podcast

In their first in-season episode of 2022, Chris and Eric discuss some hot starts for Bregman and Robert, Tylor Megill's impressive debut, and some prospect promotions, headlined by CJ Abrams. Then after the break, the duo discusses early-season prospect standouts, give a deep league prospect target each, and close out the show with live scouting recaps from over the weekend. Learn more about y...

It's finally opening day and Chris and Eric kick off the season in style. They start by discussing all the big MLB news stories including Buxton's dominance, recent trades, and how to value deGrom and Sale before discussing all the prominent prospects that will debut on opening day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars Intern...

In their last episode before the regular season begins, Chris and Eric are joined by Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Michael Richards (@MPRichards1981) for a fun bold predictions show centered around dynasty and prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigars...

In this episode, Chris and Eric go over some spring training storylines and answer listener questions. They discuss Jo Adell, Cody Bellinger, Keston Hiura, Mitch Keller, Francisco Lindor, notable prospect performances and many more before answering plenty of listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and u...

In this episode, Chris and Eric dust off the crystal ball to project the top dynasty players at each position five years from now. They give heir top-5 at each infield position, top-10 outfielders, and top-25 starting pitchers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.c...

Chris and Eric are joined by Drew Wheeler (@Drewisokay) to discuss the first 150 picks of the ongoing Highlander Dynasty Invitational startup draft. The trio discusses their personal teams and break down the draft round by round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www...

With the recent flurry of moves, Chris and Eric discuss all the prospects and young players affected by each move and what it means for their short and long-term outlooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com Advertising Inquiries: https://re...

In this episode, Chris and Eric go position by position and discuss players that they're targeting the most in their 2022 drafts. Some names discussed are Will Smith, Jonathan India, Mitch Haniger, Luis Severino, Willy Adames, and Jarred Kelenic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a gr...

With so many notable storylines and moves over the last several days, Chris and Eric had to squeeze in another episode this week to talk about it all. The duo discusses injury updates to Acuña and Tatís, updates to Wheeler, Muncy, Flaherty, and McCullers, and the roles of Asbhy, Houck, and Whitlock before breaking down the fantasy implications of all the big signings and trades from the last sever...

In episode 100 of the Fantrax Toolshed, Chris and Eric welcome on Paul Sporer (@Sporer) to discuss intriguing young hitters for 2022. Some names discussed are Frank Schwindel, Willy Adames, Jazz Chisholm, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Wander Franco vs Bobby Witt Jr., Cody Bellinger, Akil Baddoo, a trio of catchers, and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Spons...

In this episode, Chris and Eric recap three of their industry drafts they've had so far (TGFBI, TOUT, and RazzSlam), discussing strategies in the different formats, their rosters, and plenty of player discussion mixed in as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https:/...

In this episode, Chris and Eric are joined by the pitching guru himself, Nick Pollack (@PitcherList) to discuss many intriguing pitchers for 2022 and whether they are buying or selling them for this season. Some arms discussed are Jesus Luzardo, Jon Gray Tanner Houck, Tony Gonsolin, Ranger Suarez, and many, many more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors...

In this episode, Chris and Eric discuss 16 total prospects that could break out this season, eight infielders and eight outfielders. Some names discussed are Miguel Bleis, Alberto Rodriguez, Endy Rodriguez, Anthony Garcia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www.cigars...

MLB might be in a lockout, but minor league camps are still going on. Chris and Eric welcome on John Brophy (@jbrophybaseball) and Eric Garfield (@Eric_Birdland) to discuss notable prospects in the Yankees and Orioles camps respectivelt that they've seen live so far. Some prospects discussed are Anthony Volpe, Trey Sweeney, Coby Mayo, Colton Cowser, and more! Learn more about your ad choices....

Chris and Eric are joined by Cristian Crespo (@CCres_26) to discuss some breakout pitching prospects for 2022. The trio gives a total of 12 breakout arms to target in dynasty leagues including Xzavion Curry, Ben Kudrna, and Dylan Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: http...

With many FYPD drafts starting up, Chris and Eric discuss the 2021 class including their updated rankings, risers/fallers, the international signees, answer listener questions, and give a sneak peek at the top of next year's FYPD rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great dea...

In this special interview episode, Chris and Eric spoke with Max Clark, one of the top prospects in the 2023 draft class. The trio talked about Max's last couple of years through the pandemic, some adjustments he's made, fun stories from his career, and the importance of analytics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars Interna...

In this episode, Chris and Eric break down all of the beneficiaries from the added National League DH, both in the Majors and long-term for prospects. Some players discussed include Gavin Lux, Rowdy Tellez, Daulton Varsho, and plenty of prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great...

Our 2022 positional previews conclude today with the relief pitcher position as Chris and Eric welcome in Greg Jewett (@gjewett9) and Aaron Pags (@FantasyTriage) from Reliever Recon. This was a phenomenal episode full of strategy, ADP analysis, player discussion, tiers to target avoid, bullpen situations, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Spons...

Chris and Eric bring in the SPStreamer podcast duo of Lauren Auerbach (@LKAuerbach) and Michael Simione (@SPStreamer) to discuss all things pitching for 2022 including strategy, top targets, values, avoids, and late-round fliers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars International and use my code TOOLSHED for a great deal: https://www...

Chris and Eric bring in the dynamic duo of Jorge Montanez (@Roto_Nino) and Mile Kurland (@Mike_Kurland) to preview outfielders for the 2022 season. After an initial discussion about the elite options, the quartet discusses speed strategy, Mullins vs O'Neill, Yelich vs Bellinger, players to avoid, and their favorite targets throughout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

The Toolshed positional previews wrap up the infield with the illustrious shortstop position with special guest Matt Heckman (@Heckman_Matt115). The trio discusses a bunch of intriguing names including a great Bo Bichette debate, players they're in/out on at ADP including Wander and Witt, their strategies for this position throughout drafts, and some mid and late-round targets. Learn more abou...

It's time for the hot corner here in the Toolshed 2022 positional previews as Chris and Eric dive into the 3rd base position. After discussing the top options which includes a nice Devers/Machado debate, the duo discusses if they're in or out on top-100 ADP bats, some mid-round targets, if they're buying back in on Moncada and Bohm, plus some late-round targets and much more. Learn mor...

Chris and Eric welcome Matt Williams (@MattWi77iams) & John Laghezza (@MLBMovingAvg) to preview the second base position for 2022. After dissecting the top options, the group analyzes ADP, gives their favorite mid and late-round targets, as well as some names they're avoiding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Cigars Internationa...

Chris and Eric are joined by Justin Mason (@JustinMasonFWFB) & Dave McDonald (@RunDMcD) to preview the first base position for 2022. After discussing strategy and the top options, the crew talks mid round targets, young rising talent, names they're avoiding, late-round favorites, and plenty of ADP analysis and player debates throughout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...