OTW 223 - Waiver Wire Adds for Sunday July 20; FAAB #18

On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by Lucas Biery to talk 2025 recap, 2025 Playoffs, and Playoff Hold'em Contest Strategy Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the past week, along with pick-up recommendations for the September 21st FAAB run Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the past week, along with pick-up recommendations for the September 7th FAAB run Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the past week, along with pick-up recommendations for the August 31st FAAB runNathan Eovaldi to IL with rotator cuff strain; out for the seasonMacKenzie Gore hits IL with left shoulder inflammation; Mason Thompson recalled to take his place on the rosterJacob Lopez to the IL with left flexor strainNoah Cameron has been replaced by Stephen Kolek for Saturday’s game. Worried about Cameron’s inning total down the stretch? Expect Ragans to be pushed to return before he’s ready?Kyle Bradish makes 2025 debut and looked just fineJohn Means is making his way back and could make his 2025 debut for CLE in the next two weeks. Jonah Tong debuts for NYM, and he's already announced he’ll get another startPayton Tolle debuts for BOS; Walker Buehler releasedRandy Rodriguez recommended TJS by multiple doctors. Ryan Walker has already taken over the closer role for SFTylor Megill hits the IL with a right elbow sprain. Jordan Lawler back in ARINick Kurtz left Friday’s game early with right oblique sorenessXander Bogaerts hits IL for SD with a non-displaced fracture in his left foot. Corey Seager had an appendectomy. Could still return before end of the season….maybe. Dylan Moore joins TEX roster to take his placeIsaiah Kiner-Falefa was placed on waivers by PIT. If he’s not claimed, he could stay on PIT’s roster for the rest of the seasonCLE placed Carlos Santana on outright waivers; he cleared and was released  Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the past week, along with pick-up recommendations for the August 24th FAAB runMarcus Semien is still in a walking boot after fouling a ball off his foot in Thursday’s game. Jordan Westburg to IL for BALAdley Rutchman hits the IL with an oblique injury (opposite oblique from the injury he had earlier in the year)Samuel Basallo makes his debut early in the week, then signs a 8 year deal with BAL a couple of games into his MLB career. Joe Boyle demoted by TBTampa called up Carson Williams, shortstop prospect, making his debut on Friday, going 2/4 with a home run, 3 RBI, and 2 runs scored.Mick Abel is expected to start for MIN on SaturdayBubba Chandler made his MLB debut for PIT on FridayShane Bieber made his 2025 and TOR debut on Friday, going 6 IP with 9 KBennett Sousa of the Astros’ bullpen hits the IL with left elbow inflammation. Replaced by none other than Craig KimbrelTanner Scott was activated off the IL for LAD on Friday. Kirby Yates is expected back on Saturday. Kenley Jansen is dealing with rib pain earlier in the week. Has since avoided the IL, but has stopped throwing on the side. Austin Riley had core injury surgery - miss the remainder of the yearCal Quantrill claimed by ATL after MIA put him on waiversLandon Roupp back to the IL after getting hit by a comebacker and appearing to twist his knee. Giants said it’s just inflammation, but more conclusive results should be available over the weekend. Carson Whisenhunt returns to SF to take his place in the rotation-Red Sox lose some minor leaguers with Cooper Criswell and Vaughn Grisson hitting the minor league IL with right elbow inflammation and right foot inflammation, respectively. -Sign Nathaniel Lowe, DFA Abraham Toro, bring back up David Hamilton-Jhostynxon Garcia got the call-up for BOS, making his debut on Friday. Shout out to Lamar Gibson (Inside Fastball) for giving him the nickname of The Password years ago.-Walker Buehler is out of the rotation  Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the past week, along with pick-up recommendations for the August 17th FAAB run Bob Seymour was called up by TB after leading the minors with 30 HR on the season. Does he get enough playing time in TB for his power to be relevant?Dylan Beavers does indeed join the BAL club on SaturdayNolan McLean makes his MLB debut for NYM today. Got the W after 5.1 IP, 4 BB, 2 H, 8 KMIN place Alan Roden on IL with thumb sprain, recall James Outmann, who they traded for from LAD in the Brock Stewart trade. Brock Stewart has also since been placed on the ILMax Muncy was placed on the IL with a grade 1 oblique strain. LAD recalls Buddy Kennedy in the corresponding move. Kyle Stowers to IL with a grade 1 strain of his left sideJhoan Duran was hit in the ankle with a comebacker. X-rays are negativ,e and he’s said to be feeling 100% going into Saturday’s gameZack Wheeler to IL with a blood clot in his shoulderJosh Hader to IL with shoulder strain. Not throwing for 3 weeks. CIN loses Chase Burns to the IL with a grade 1 right flexor strainWade Miley is starting a rehab assignmentSEA brings back Luke Raley while optioning Miles MastrobuoniSEA place Logan Evans on the IL with right shoulder inflammation; recall Taylor Saucedo to take his place on the rosterShane Bieber and George Springer are expected to return to TOR this weekend, with Bieber making his team debut next week. Springer is in the lineup for Saturday’s game.PowerPavin Smith, Ryan Mountcastle, Ramon Urias, JJ BledaySpeedTyler Tolbert, Andres Giminez, Brandon LockridgeOpportunityMiguel RojasPitching VolumeBrandon Young, Yoendrys Gomez, Patrick CorbinPitching RatiosSavesBryan AbreuWild CardJordan Lawler Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the past week, along with pick-up recommendations for the August 10th FAAB runSF Giants calling up Drew Gilbert, who came over from NYM in the Tyler Rogers trade at the deadline. WAS called up Cade Cavalli, making his first MLB start since his debut in 2022. CIN loses Nick Lodolo to the IL with a blister. CHC loses newly acquired Mike Soroka, who hits the IL with a shoulder strainVictor Robles starting rehab assignment next week, looking to get 40-50 AB before turning to SEA lineupJac Caglianone is going on a rehab assignment next weekBobby Dalbec signs a minor league deal with KCAlec Bohm on rehab starting SundayAaron Nola is starting for AAA on Tuesday, next start after that expected to be in PhillyMichael King back to SD rotation on SaturdayJonny DeLuca is back to the IL with a hamstring strainATL claims Vidal Brujan off waivers from BAL Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss the results of the MLB Trade Deadline, team by team, and pick-up recommendations for the August 3rd FAAB run  Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the week, more trade speculations, and pick-up recommendations for the July 27th FAAB run  News….David Festa to IL for MIN with right shoulder inflammationLanden Roupp to IL with elbow inflammation. Initial tests came back minimalHOU lose Brandon Walter to the IL with elbow inflammationBOS lose Marcelo Mayer with a wrist sprain. David Hamilton (not Vaughn Grissom) recalledKC have Hunter Harvey and MJ Melendez back in their bullpen/outfield rotation after finishing their rehab assignments this weekJac Caglianone exited game after his at-bat in the second inningJon Gray back with TEX, put in the bullpen. Future TEX closer?Troy Melton made his debut and looks to keep his rotation spot​​DET - Keider Montero optioned to Triple-A Toledo as Tarik Skubal comes back from the paternity listBAL trades Gregory Soto to NYMFelix Bautista hits IL with right shoulder discomfortJosh Naylor traded to SEAEugenio Suarez not traded yetRyan McMahon traded to NYYCOL expected to call up Warming BernabelAaron Judge Undergoing Testing For "Elbow Issue"Rays option Taj BradleySTL DFA Eric FeddePowerPavin Smith, Daulton Varsho, Tristain EnglishSpeedBlake Perkins, Jacob YoungOpportunityRomy Gonzalez, PIT BatsWins and K'sLuis Gil, Troy Melton, Justin VerlanderRatiosJon GraySavesA whole lot of speculationWild CardListen to find out Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Haasting discuss FAAB-related news from the week, what holes could be created at the trade deadline, and pick-up recommendations for the July 20th FAAB run Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.