The Fantasy Baseball Beat

A #fantasybaseball podcast getting you the best info from local beat writers. Part of the @pitcherlistpods network.

[Noah Hiles @_NoahHiles]

“We laugh at all of this [expletive] behind closed doors. ... It’s just a bad organization.”

The Pirates' 2025 season was frustrating for many, including those on the team. A few players explained why they believe things went wrong. Our exclusive story:
https://t.co/lHZfiPeG4b

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

Last episode of the season, “The Brew Crew” with Brewers beat writer @CyrtHogg is Live!

Topics discussed:

-Logan Henderson and Jacob Misiorowski for this season and beyond
-Bullpen decisions to be made
-Pocket Pancakes with Pat Murphy
-The rise of Jesus Made and Luis Pena
-The fall of Brandon Woodruff
-Curt's prediction for the Brewers in the playoffs.

Thanks for listening if you do, hope you enjoy!

https://t.co/gE6MKxpqpQ

[kennedi landry @kennlandry]

At Fan Fest in February, Jacob deGrom told us he wanted to make 30 starts. I cannot lie and say I expected it to actually happened. But this will be 30.

[Nick Pollack @PitcherList]

From over the weekend, @FantasyBBeat was joined by @ChrisCotillo to talk all things Red Sox!

- End of season rotation outlook
- Trevor Story's bounceback season
- Roman Anthony's injury status and recapping his rookie season

https://t.co/qjN5UUkFET

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

This week’s episode of the Fantasy Baseball Beat is live!

“The Roman Empire” w/Red Sox beat writer @ChrisCotillo where we discuss all things Boston Red Sox.

Topics discussed:
-First impressions of Payton Tolle and Connelly Early
-The players within their minor league system who are worth keeping an eye on
-Trevor Story's comeback season
-Roman Anthony injury update and his future outlook

Hope you enjoy!

https://t.co/1VBeUsFTz5

[Mike Carter @mdrc0508]

We’re getting to the end of the season and have a couple more shows. It’s been a great year for us, and thanks for listening if you did this season. We appreciate you! https://t.co/q6QnoMydwe

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

We had a great convo last night with Red Sox beat writer @ChrisCotillo check out the episode when it drops tomorrow!

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

Check out our latest episode of The Fantasy Baseball Beat!

Had a great conversation w/Pirates beat writer @_NoahHiles discussing all things Pittsburgh Pirates.

Players discussed:
Oneil Cruz
Konnor Griffin
Bubba Chandler
Braxton Ashcraft
Paul Skenes
Dennis Santana
and many more!

Then, Mike and Dave join Chris to discuss their favorite Pirates players heading into the 2026 season and speculate on where Oneil Cruz will and should land in drafts next year.

Finally, for our Mental Health Moment, we discuss the books that have had the most profound effect on our well-being.

https://t.co/3sq1ac8Fuc

[Mike Carter @mdrc0508]

Our latest on ⁦@FantasyBBeat⁩ this week. Nearing the end of the season, but we’re not done yet! Happy Saturday! https://t.co/3EJtj27QtD

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

@Tommygunn1544 Judge

[Jack Sommers @shoewizard59]

If you play Fantasy Baseball and not following this Pod you are leaving $ (or bragging rights) on the table

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

@AZScott22 @shoewizard59 Thanks Scott!

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

The latest episode of The Fantasy Baseball Beat is LIVE!!

Check out our discussion this week with @shoewizard59 talking all things D’Backs!

Topics discussed

Who could and should be traded before the upcoming trade deadline? Players discussed:

Josh Naylor
Eugenio Suárez
Zac Gallen
Shelby Miller

Who would benefit from additional playing time if these trades were to happen?
Jordan Lawlar
Blaze Alexander
Tristin English
Tim Tawa
Pavin Smith

What's the fantasy future for Corbin Carroll?
Making sense of the Diamondbacks' bullpen while reminiscing about how ravaged they have been with injuries.

What's in store for Adrian Del Castillo
What's the latest on Gabriel Moreno?

Which minor league player has caught Jack's eye?

Jack then gives us a unique "behind the scenes" story from his time with the team this season.

Finally, we invite Jack to take part in our Mental Health Moment, where we all discuss what we're doing to take care of ourselves mentally and physically these days.

https://t.co/mgvQXcarfz

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

Excellent article by @Chandler_Rome on how the Astros are helping Cam Smith adjust to a full MLB season

https://t.co/VmY3sHmEnX

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

What might San Francisco do with the giant hole in their rotation after demoting Hayden Birdsong? Giants reporter @mi_guardado examines this conundrum.

https://t.co/wWcfdXI7TA

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

Astros beat writer @brianmctaggart previews the trade deadline for Houston.

https://t.co/ugAEpcHzbG

[Nick Pollack @PitcherList]

From over the weekend, the latest episode of @FantasyBBeat includes a trade deadline preview, injured players that could be worth a stash, and a five-round draft for the second half

https://t.co/E9I11oSWkp

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

This week’s episode of The Fantasy Baseball Beat is live!

Listen in as @mdrc0508 tells you which closer specs you should have on your radar ahead of the MLB trade deadline

@sportz_nutt51 gives you the injury intel and identifies currently injured who you should be stashing for the 2nd half

The FBB crew also does their own live 2nd half draft and gives you player analysis along the way!

As always, we end with our Mental Heath Minute where this week we discuss distorted views of masculinity

Hope you enjoy!

https://t.co/mTRwIxuvTT

[The Fantasy Baseball Beat @FantasyBBeat]

This week's episode features a three-man draft for our own "Rest of Season" points league.

If you had the first pick overall in this draft, who would you select?