Locked On Fantasy Baseball - Daily MLB Fantasy Podcast

Boston Red Sox rookie Ceddanne Rafaela turns heads with a monster stretch—6 runs, 4 home runs, and a .444 average—but is his surge built to last? Matthew Onan scrutinizes Rafaela’s underlying stats, offering keen advice on whether fantasy managers should sell high before the trade deadline. The spotlight shifts to Gavin Williams’ strikeout dominance for the Cleveland Guardians, and Detroit Tigers prospects Kevin McGonigle and Eduardo Valencia make waves with their power potential and elusive playing time.

Key segments analyze Sandy Alcantara’s up-and-down value in Miami’s rotation, Logan Webb’s outlook as he battles inconsistency for the San Francisco Giants, and Sal Stewart’s breakout power with multi-position eligibility for Cincinnati. Can Yanier Diaz carve out a bigger impact for the Houston Astros down the stretch? Matthew Ahne breaks down which stat surges are sustainable and highlights actionable fantasy strategies to help listeners win their leagues.

00:00 Discussing MLB top players

03:33 Sell high on Zidane Rafael

07:44 Analysis of Kevin McGonigal's Potential

10:14 Daily Dingers home run picks

15:33 Evaluating Sandy Alcantara's performance

18:41 Predicting Logan Webb's performance

19:33 Back-to-school shopping struggles

23:37 Analyzing Yanny Diaz's Performance

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Dodgers steal headlines by landing Tarik Skubal in a blockbuster deal, while Freddy Peralta’s sharp decline raises questions about his future after the Mets. Can the Dodgers’ rotation become the league’s most dominant, or will Skubal’s fantasy value plateau in Los Angeles?

Dominick Martino breaks down the MLB trade deadline’s biggest surprises: Adley Rutschman heads to the Red Sox, the Cubs bolster their staff with Kevin Gaussman, Clay Holmes, and Braxton Garrett, and Dustin May finds a fresh start with the Brewers. Key discussions center on Jose Soriano’s outlook with the Blue Jays, Luis Garcia’s potential in the Yankees’ lineup, and whether Luis Arraez’s move to the Phillies unlocks new fantasy relevance. Plus, are Jo Adell and Taylor Ward’s new homes enough to spark breakout runs? Get all the fantasy insight and strategic takeaways to shape your roster for the playoff push.

00:00 Breaking Down Trade Deadline Moves

05:45 Trade deadline moves and analysis

06:36 Freddy Peralta trade analysis

11:08 FanDuel and GameTime promotions

13:29 Discussing Adley Rutschman Trade

18:30 Nationals vs Yankees lineup talk

22:32 Discussing team moves and trades

23:49 Luis Arraez's fantasy baseball value

27:07 Wrapping up the trade deadline episode

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Young phenoms are shaking up the MLB waiver wire—are you ready to cash in before your rivals? Matthew Ahne spotlights surging prospects Spencer Jones (New York Yankees) and Max Clark (Detroit Tigers), breaking down eye-popping power numbers, stolen base potential, and the secret stats that could make them league-winners down the stretch. Will Jones’ hard-hit rates and home run binge translate into lasting value, or is this a fleeting hot streak?

Key pickup highlights include deep dives on Brady House (Washington Nationals), Kobe Mayo (Baltimore Orioles), and under-the-radar pitchers like Jared Jones, Jordan Romano, Hermán Márquez, and Bryce Elder. Matthew Onan explains which arms offer must-add upside for Rotisserie formats and who’s primed for streaming success against favorable matchups. Don’t miss these actionable waiver wire recommendations and the strategy to stay ahead in playoff races.

00:00 Waiver wire pickups discussion

06:06 Evaluating Max Clark's potential

07:42 Adding a promising baseball prospect

10:09 Back-to-school shopping costs

14:42 Young prospect's development struggles

17:48 Evaluating Jordan Romano for leagues

20:40 Discussion on Jared Jones' potential

25:04 Creating a new fantasy platform

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Which ace will rule fantasy baseball in 2027? Dom unveils his way-too-early top 12 starting pitcher rankings, spotlighting breakout stars like Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler, while questioning whether mainstays like Paul Skenes, Tarik Skubal, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto can maintain their dominance. Could Chase Burns be the next monster strikeout king despite pitching in hitter-friendly Cincinnati, and is Shohei Ohtani's dual-threat impact enough to keep him among fantasy’s elite arms?

Digging into key stats, rising talents, and potential comeback stories, Dom debates Dylan Cease’s roller-coaster consistency, the future of Logan Gilbert and Chris Sale, and which young arms—like Nolan McClean or Garrett Crochet—might crack the upper echelon next year. The episode wraps with rapid-fire honorable mentions, giving fantasy managers an early edge on tomorrow's pitching landscape. Which ace will headline your draft board in 2027?

00:00 Baseball draft picks discussion

03:49 Impressive stats from Schlittler

07:15 Discussing Chase Burns vs. Skeens

09:55 Dylan Cease's Unexpected Dominance

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Waiver wire shakeup: Baltimore Orioles’ Christian Encarnacion-Strand explodes after a midseason move to Baltimore, leading a dynamic list of must-add fantasy baseball players for Week 19. Is he finally realizing his power potential? Luis Rengifo heats up in San Diego, Ezequiel Duran offers unmatched lineup flexibility for the Texas Rangers, and Dylan Crews emerges as Washington Nationals’ next breakout star—can these surging bats anchor your fantasy push?

Pitching questions dominate as Roki Sasaki flashes ace-level stuff but leaves managers guessing, while Shane Bieber’s recent turnaround hints at revived value for the stretch run. Kyle Leahy (St. Louis Cardinals) and Brandon Young (Baltimore Orioles) offer stability from unexpected sources, and Clayton Beeter nails down closing duties for the ascending Nationals. Which arms—and multi-position assets—are essential for a late-season championship run? Don’t miss expert analysis, deep-league targets, and actionable insights for maximizing your fantasy roster.

00:00 Must-add fantasy players week 19

04:13 Luis Rengifo's recent performance

09:14 Making daily home run predictions

13:13 Evaluating Dylan Crews for Fantasy Baseball

15:51 Joey Ortiz's recent performance

19:39 Back-to-school shopping tips

22:25 Discussing potential call-ups

26:31 Clayton Beeter's Performance Insights

26:58 Signing off with podcast updates

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Gametime

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