Will MLB really mandate six innings per start? Paul Skenes is facing off against Logan Gilbert, Justin Verlander is closing in on a return, Bryce Miller continues to be overlooked in Seattle, and will Mike Trout be taken ahead of Christian Yelich in 2025 draft? Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) bring you the news, injury updates, best bets of the day, and much more!


Intro - 0:00:00

MLB 6 Inning Proposal - 0:02:27

Paul Skenes - 0:05:45

Bryce Miller - 0:08:43

Weston Wilson - 0:11:41

Justin Verlander - 0:12:49

Gunnar Henderson - 0:14:42

Wilyer Abreu - 0:14:47

Jackson Chourio - 0:15:02

Rookie Lookie - 0:17:48

3 Up: Mark Vientos, Keibert Ruiz, and Logan Webb - 0:25:17

3 Down: Mitchell Parker, Jose Quintana, and Mitch Spence - 0:26:47

Injury Updates - 0:27:07

MLB Best Bets - 0:33:17

HR Board and HR Calls - 0:39:03

Outro - 0:41:49

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Leading Off August 16th, 2024 (Ep. 886)

Has Zach Neto surpassed Luis Robert in Dynasty Rankings? Jarren Duran is making his case to be a 1st Round Pick in 2025, Johnny Cueto is making his return to MLB, Corbin Carroll just keeps on chugging, and what exactly has happened to Marcus Semien this season? Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) bring you the news, injury updates, best bets of the day, and much more!


Intro - 0:00:00

Zach Neto and Luis Robert - 0:04:30

Jarren Duran - 0:11:17

Reynaldo Lopez - 0:12:08

DJ Herz - 0:14:31

Cody Bradford - 0:14:40

Johnny Cueto - 0:14:57

Justin Verlander - 0:17:10

Corbin Carroll - 0:17:47

Justin Martinez - 0:18:00

Chat Q and A - 0:18:36

3 Up: George Springer, Spencer Torkelson, and Mitch Keller - 0:25:29

3 Down: Carson Spiers, Jose Quintana, and Marcus Semien - 0:27:06

Injury Updates - 0:29:41

MLB Best Bets - 0:32:04

HR Board and HR Calls - 0:37:08

Outro - 0:39:48

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Leading Off August 21st, 2024 (Ep. 889)

Jacob deGrom will be making his return soon, Spencer Schwellenbach continues to impress, Scott Servais is out in Seattle, and is Corbin Burnes no longer an ace? Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and KC Bubba (@bdentrek) bring you the news, injury updates, best bets of the day, and more!


Intro - 0:00:00

Corbin Burnes - 0:01:56

Paul Skenes - 0:07:13

Jacob deGrom - 0:12:38

Spencer Schwellenbach - 0:16:10

Scott Servais - 0:18:04

Playoff Prep - 0:19:20

3 Up: Justin Steele, Miguel Amaya, and Spencer Schwellenbach - 0:23:54

3 Down: Kenta Maeda, Nick Lodolo, and Francisco Alvarez - 0:24:19

Injury Updates - 0:25:20

MLB Best Bets - 0:27:10

HR Board and HR Calls - 0:32:37

Outro - 0:34:55

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Leading Off August 23rd, 2024 (Ep. 890)

In this week’s episode of The Cycle, Mike Maher and Kelly Kirby break down the latest injury updates, with key players like Austin Riley and Bo Bichette impacting fantasy rosters everywhere. Can replacements like Mark Vientos, Ernie Clement, or Ramon Urias fill the void? Are we trusting Corbin Burnes in September? And what does Paul Skenes’ workload mean for your fantasy championship run?

We also dive into the evolving landscape of baseball, including the intriguing developments in Japan’s free agency and the implications for MLB players and fantasy managers. Stay tuned as we tackle all this and more, ensuring you’re ready for the fantasy baseball home stretch and beyond.

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The Cycle: Returning Injured Players, Struggling Stud Pitchers, & Waivers (Ep. 891)

Bowden Francis was very close to making history on Saturday, but do we trust him heading into the playoffs? Jackson Merrill has passed Paul Skenes in ROY odds, Aaron Judge is doing things we’ve never seen before, and Dylan Crews will be making his highly anticipated debut today. Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) bring you the news, injury updates, best bets of the day, and more!


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Bowden Francis - 0:01:08

Aaron Judge - 0:07:18

Dylan Crews - 0:11:27

Griffin Conine - 0:17:25

Tyler Gentry - 0:17:37

Jackson Merrill - 0:18:24

Danny Jansen - 0:21:39

Babe Ruth Jersey - 0:24:43

3 Up: Eugenio Suarez, Kevin Gausman, and DJ Herz - 0:28:03

3 Down: Tanner Houck, Dillon Dingler, and Merrill Kelly - 0:28:47

Injury Updates - 0:30:05

MLB Best Best - 0:31:38

HR Board and HR Calls - 0:35:23

Outro - 0:36:56

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Leading Off August 26th, 2024 (Ep. 892)

There is a lot of excitement in the NL West as we get closer to September, Jarren Duran is making his case to go in the 1st round in 2025, Spencer Schwellenbach continues to establish himself as an ace, and Jared Jones just doesn’t look like his old self just yet. Join Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and KC Bubba (@bdentrek) for the latest news, injury updates, best bets of the day, and more!


Intro - 0:00:00

Jack Flaherty - 0:00:56

Brandon Pfaadt - 0:01:06

Jarren Duran - 0:07:05

Jackson Chourio - 0:09:29

Jeffrey Springs - 0:10:18

Schwellenbach vs Woods Richardson - 0:11:47

Oneil Cruz - 0:15:22

Justin Steele - 0:17:41

Chat Q and A - 0:19:01

3 Up: Ezequiel Tovar, Victor Robles, and Logan Gilbert - 0:26:32

3 Down: Roddery Munoz, Jared Jones, and Taylor Walls - 0:28:31

Injury Updates - 0:29:20

MLB Best Bets - 0:34:37

HR Board and HR Calls - 0:39:18

Outro - 0:40:25

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Leading Off August 28th, 2024 (Ep. 893)

Bowden Francis continues to look incredible, Lawrence Butler has started up another red hot streak, some former big names were placed on waivers, and the ROY races seem to be narrowing down in each league as September approaches. Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) bring you the news, injury updates, best bets of the day, and more!


Intro - 0:00:00

Lawrence Butler - 0:02:05

Bowden Francis - 0:07:09

Vinnie Pasquantino - 0:11:35

Thairo Estrada and Tommy Pham - 0:14:02

Rhett Lowder - 0:14:53

Colton Cowser and Jackson Merrill - 0:16:10

Jacob deGrom - 0:16:33

Playoff Prep - 0:20:42

3 Up: Matt Olson, Brendan Rodgers, Derek Hill, JJ Bleday, and Nathan Eovaldi - 0:32:46

3 Down: Valente Bellozo, Cade Povich, and Spencer Torkelson - 0:33:13

Injury Updates - 0:33:35

MLB Best Bets - 0:35:59

HR Board and HR Calls - 0:39:42

Outro - 0:42:05

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Leading Off August 30th, 2024 (Ep. 894)

This episode was taken from our BettingPros Podcast. Watch it out on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros or check it out wherever you listen to podcasts. 

The 2024 World Series is here, featuring the Yankees and Dodgers in a matchup baseball fans have been dreaming of. Chris Welsh covers top picks for the series, including Game 1 best bets, MVP predictions, and props. Tune in as he discusses how Gerrit Cole and Juan Soto could make a difference against the power of Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani. This is the ultimate betting guide for the Fall Classic!

Timestamps:
Introduction - 0:00:00
Shohei Ohtani - 0:02:44
Series Outcome - 0:08:22
Juan Soto - 0:11:30
Aaron Judge - 0:15:48
Gerrit Cole - 0:17:14
Gleyber Torres - 0:18:09
Outro - 0:19:11


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World Series Betting Preview: Yankees vs. Dodgers | Odds, Best Bets & MVP Predictions (Ep. 909)

The 2025 rookie class is here! Chris Welsh dives deep into Jason Dominguez, Dylan Crews, Andrew Painter, and other top MLB prospects you need to target for your fantasy baseball draft. Learn which players can give you a competitive edge, including other names like Coby Mayo and Roman Anthony. Don’t miss out on game-changing insights to dominate the upcoming season.

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Intro - 0:00:00
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Jason Dominguez - 0:02:00
Dylan Crews - 0:03:57
Andrew Painter - 0:05:33
Jackson Jobe - 0:07:09
Matt Shaw - 0:08:17
Jordan Lawlar - 0:09:25
Coby Mayo - 0:10:43
Kumar Rocker - 0:12:03
Roman Anthony - 0:13:35
Chase DeLauter - 0:14:53

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Top 10 MLB Rookies to Draft in 2025: Jason Dominguez, Dylan Crews, Andrew Painter & MORE! (Ep. 913)

STOP THE PRESSES! Baseball's biggest free agent Juan Soto has signed a MASSIVE 15-year, $765M contract with the New York Mets and a certain host could not be happier. Join insanely happy Mets Fan Joe Pisapia and The Welsh as they break down the fantasy implications for this historic free agency signing. 

Get an edge on your leaguemates in 2025 by never taking a break from the action. We don't and we will be here to help you every step of the way from insights into the winter meetings to all the big offseason moves. 

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Juan Soto SIgns with New York Mets - 0:00:00
Juan $oto's Power Move - 0:02:02
MLB Market History - 0:05:30
Mets' Organizational Culture Shift - 0:07:12
Mets' Valuable Prospects - 0:09:00
Is Pete Alonso Gone? - 0:10:47
Is Luis Castillo the next domino to fall? - 0:11:24
Juan Soto Statistical Overview - 0:13:17
Mark Vientos - 0:16:30
Jasson Dominguez - 0:18:26

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Juan Soto Signs HUGE Deal With New York Mets! | Fantasy Baseball Reactions & Predictions (Ep. 914)

FantasyPros provides hard-hitting baseball analysis while keeping you entertained. Get the tips needed to win your league from a trusted network of 100+ experts and correspondents. Find out who to draft, pick up and start while receiving analysis of the latest news from around the diamond. 

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