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Bauer Deals, Kim in Command, and Yankees Sluggers on the Mend Sep 15, 2020

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Trevor Bauer had another dominant outing on Monday, and he could be among the biggest risers from 2020 to 2021. Kwang-hyun Kim has the right schedule to be a fantasy baseball hero over the next two weeks. Meanwhile, Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton could be getting back into the Yankees' lineup just in time to make one final push for their fantasy mangers. Al Melchior and Michael Beller discuss all that, and more, on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15.
Rundown
1:17 Rhys Hoskins (Elbow) on the IL
2:19 Any Love for Phil Gosselin?
4:42 Scott Kingery in Position to Contribute
5:47 Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge Expected Back Later This Week
10:29 Trevor Bauer's 2021 Fantasy Value
13:30 Kwang-hyun Kim Has a Great Remaining Schedule
14:52 Josh Bell and Ke'Bryan Hayes Turning it On
Featured Read: 'Meet the cigar-loving, nearly 33-year-old rookie without a baseball card' by Brittany Ghiroli
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A No-No, More Injuries & Start-Sit Dilemmas for the Stretch Run Sep 14, 2020

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Al and DVR discuss Alec Mills' no-hitter, Brad Keller's impressive Sunday outing, a rash of injuries -- including a season-ending hip ailment for Matt Chapman -- and difficult start-sit dilemmas for the upcoming week.

Rundown
1:00 Trust Level Following Alec Mills’ No-Hitter & Brad Keller’s Shutout
4:13 Injuries to Matt Chapman & Nolan Arenado
6:47 J.T. Realmuto, Rhys Hoskins & Zack Wheeler Dinged Up
8:31 Interest in Drew Smyly?
12:50 Braxton Garrett & Jonathan Stiever Make Debuts
15:35 Sit-Start Dilemmas

Featured Read: 'Phil Maton, Devin Williams and the unheralded RPs who can help you win a title' by Gene McCaffrey

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Paddack Injured, Singer Flirts with a No-No, and Mookie Plays Second Sep 11, 2020

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Al Melchior and Michael Beller catch you up on the news from across the MLB on Thursday on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15. The guys discuss injuries to Chris Paddack and Giovanny Gallegos, Brady Singer's flirtation with a no-hitter, Mookie Betts getting a start at second base, and more.
Rundown
1:23 Chris Paddack Exits after Two Innings
2:53 Brady Singer No-Hits Cleveland for 7 2/3 Innings
4:44 Mookie Betts Gets a Start at Second Base
6:30 A Few More Quick Injury Updates
7:38 Giovanny Gallegos Dealing with a Groin Injury
9:27 Bryan Garcia Earns Second Straight Save
10:47 Changing of the Guard in the Ninth for Miami?
12:12 Two-Start Pitchers for Next Week
Featured Read: 'Eno Sarris' updated starting pitcher rankings (now with strength of schedule)' by Eno Sarris
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Verlander Progressing & Corbin Burnes' Breakout Continues Sep 10, 2020

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Al Melchior and Derek VanRiper discuss the progress of Justin Verlander toward a return to the Astros' rotation, Daz Cameron's big-league debut, and Corbin Burnes' 2020 breakout.

Rundown
2:19 Justin Verlander Progressing Toward a Return
4:32 Daz Cameron's Debut & Future Outlook
7:25 Corbin Burnes Continues His 2020 Breakout
8:42 Matthew Boyd's Struggles
11:18 Ketel Marte Goes to the IL; Who Plays In His Absence?
13:18 Tommy Pham & Justin Turner Nearing Returns
14:39 Interest in Joe Panik?

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Featured Read: 'Players who opted out find themselves in unfamiliar role as spectator' by Ken Rosenthal

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Fried & Soler to the IL, Victor Robles Leading Off & Sixto's Soaring Stock Sep 09, 2020

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Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss another round of injuries -- including Max Fried's move to the IL -- a new possible closer in Toronto, Victor Robles' move to the top of the order, and another gem from Sixto Sánchez.

Rundown
2:10 Max Fried to the IL; Atlanta’s Depth Starters
4:50 Jorge Soler Goes Down with Oblique Injury
6:16 Eric Hosmer Fractures Finger; Out 2-6 Weeks
7:40 A New Closer in Toronto?
9:34 Victor Robles in Leadoff Role
12:01 Interest in Randy Arozarena
13:48 Sixto Sánchez Shoves Again

Featured Read: 'The second baseball life of Oliver Pérez' by Andy McCullough: https://theathletic.com/2046215/

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José Ramírez Injured, Brandon Kintzler Struggles, and Rowdy Tellez Can't Get Any Attention Sep 08, 2020

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Monday was another injury-filled day across MLB, with José Ramírez's thumb injury taking center stage. Al and Beller discuss that on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15. They also get into Derek Fisher's value with Teoscar Hernandez out, Brandon Kintzler's recent struggles, Rowdy Tellez's stubbornly low roster rate, and more.
Rundown
1:21 José Ramírez's Thumb Injury
2:56 Derek Fisher's Value with Teoscar Hernandez Out
4:04 The Latest on Jason Heyward and Alex Bregman
4:44 Jorge Oña Makes His Debut
7:05 Brandon Kintzler Struggles; Speculate on Saves in Miami?
11:17 Rowdy Tellez Keeps on Hitting; Paul Goldschmidt an On-Base Machine
14:18 An Early Look at Zac Gallen in 2021
Featured Read: 'Stock watch: The Gary Sánchez quagmire, embracing Kevin Gausman and more' by Gene McCaffrey
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More Astros Injuries, Corner-Infield Help & Corbin Struggles Again Sep 07, 2020

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Al and DVR discuss another injury to a member of the Houston rotation, corner-infield help as Matt Chapman is scheduled for an MRI, and another rough start from Patrick Corbin.

Rundown
1:52 Lance McCullers to the IL; Luis Garcia as a Replacement?
3:38 Dallas Keuchel's Quietly Strong Season on the South Side
5:35 Carlos Martinez Moves Back Into St. Louis Rotation
7:03 Teoscar Hernandez Suffers a Rib Injury
8:29 Opportunity for Adam Haseley in Philly?
9:35 Matt Chapman (Hip) Scheduled for MRI; Potential Waiver Help?
11:40 Patrick Corbin's Ongoing Struggles
13:26 Interest in Dean Kremer & Tejay Antone?
15:03 Is Tyler Rogers Taking Hold of the Giants' Closer Role?

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Featured Read: ‘Statcast sleepers: 10 widely-available players primed for a hot fantasy run’ by Michael Salfino:

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Doubleheader: Second Base Surprises & Interview w/Kavitha Davidson & Jessica Luther Sep 04, 2020

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Al and DVR discuss Jose Altuve's knee injury, the state of the second base position and another strong outing from Martín Pérez, before Al is joined by Kavitha Davidson and Jessica Luther, co-authors of 'Loving Sports When They Don't Love You Back' to discuss inspiration for their book, how they find enjoyment in sports despite internal conflict, ethical dilemmas while playing fantasy sports, and more.

Rundown
2:22 Jose Altuve Scheduled for MRI
4:05 Second Base Has Been Full of Surprises in 2020
6:40 How Much Will This Season Impact Our Decison Making in 2021?
9:31 James Paxton is Progressing
11:14 Reynaldo López Optioned by White Sox
12:31 Kyle Cody Joining Texas Rotation
14:59 Martín Pérez Turns In Another Strong Outing
16:57 Looking Ahead at Two-Start Pitchers

Interview with Kavitha Davidson & Jessica Luther
20:00 Inspiration for the Book
21:40 Finding Enjoyment in Watching Sports Despite Internal Conflict
26:09 Dealing with Ethical Dilemmas While Playing in Fantasy Leagues
28:29 How Can We Make Fantasy Sports More Inclusive?

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Featured Read: 'In appreciation of The Franchise' by Marc Carig:

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Aroldis Chapman's Suspension, Too Many Injuries, and Z-Contact Laggards Sep 03, 2020

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Aroldis Chapman faces a three-game suspension for throwing at Mike Brousseau, Wil Myers and José Quintana are on the IL, and Cody Bellinger, Jorge Soler and Max Kepler are all dealing with nagging injuries. Derek VanRiper and Michael Beller discuss all the fantasy fallout, plus look at some in-zone contact laggards they'd bet on improving, on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15.
Rundown
1:44 Aroldis Chapman Suspended for Three Games
3:24 Wil Myers to the IL; Buying His Hot Start?
6:47 José Quintana Back on the IL
8:09 Injury Situations for Cody Bellinger, Jorge Soler and Max Kepler
8:58 Selling Josh Donaldson?
11:49 In-Zone Contact Laggards We're Still Buying
Featured Read: 'How Chadwick Boseman went from baseball novice to channeling Jackie Robinson' by Zach Buchanan
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Jazz in Miami, Pineda Deals & Nate Lowe is Back! Sep 02, 2020

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Al Melchior and Derek VanRiper discuss the arrival of another top prospect in Miami, Michael Pineda's impressive 2020 debut, Nate Lowe's return to the big leagues, Z-Contact% for starting pitchers, and Tuesday's standout performers.

Rundown
1:48 Marlins Promote Jazz Chisholm; Jon Berti Impact?
4:23 Interest in Michael Pineda
6:11 Will Nate Lowe Find Playing Time in Tampa Bay?
7:46 Making Sense of the Cincinnati Closer Situation
10:13 Looking at Z-Contact% for Pitchers
13:33 Concerns About Patrick Corbin?
15:33 Robbie Ray Curbs Walks in Jays Debut
16:43 Standout Performances at the Plate

Featured Read: 'Loving Sports When They Don't Love You Back: Dilemmas of the Modern Fan" by Kavitha A. Davidson and Jessica Luther

https://theathletic.com/2034659/2020/09/01/loving-sports-when-they-dont-love-you-back-dilemmas-of-the-modern-fan/

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