Fastball Fantasy Baseball
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -Fantasy baseball podcast from veteran fantasy players, championship winners, and lifelong baseball fans. This podcast will offer a detailed look at analytics and how to use data to draft and make smart decisions to help your fantasy baseball team win the gold.
@Taylortarter
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Episodes
Panic or Patience!
April 17, 2024 14:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOn today’s episode, I’ll look at the best players from Matchup 2, review injuries, and pick streamers for the week ahead. Plus, I’ll talk panic or patience regarding some struggling players. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Early Buy Lows! Pitcher Injuries!
April 10, 2024 20:59 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBOn today's episode, we talk best of week 2, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. Plus we give our favorite early buy low players. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Week 2! Top Waiver Adds!
April 03, 2024 21:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBIn today’s episode, we look at the best players from Matchup 1, review injuries, and pick streamers for the week ahead. Plus, we go over our favorite week 2 waiver adds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Middle Infield Preview! ADP Battles! Matt McLain!
March 06, 2024 14:01 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBOn today's episode, we discuss middle infield rankings, ADP battles, and sleepers and busts. Plus we give our thoughts on potential superstar status for Matt McLain. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Corner Infield Ranks! ADPs!
February 28, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBOn today's episode, I give my top 10 1B and 3B and where I differ from consensus. I also look at some CI ADP groupings and focus on a few players that stand out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Starting Pitcher Preview! ADP Battles!
February 21, 2024 15:00 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBOn today's episode we discuss our biggest differences against consensus starting pitcher top-10 rankings, ADP battles, and three pitchers we especially like that may be off the radar. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Rangers and Red Sox Previews! Insider Interviews!
February 16, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBOn today's episode, I talk with Red Sox beat writer Jen McCaffrey and Rangers writer Alex Plinck. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Mini NL East Preview Part 2! Mets and Marlins Interviews!
February 14, 2024 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBOn today's episode, I talk with radio announcer Kyle Sielaff about the Marlins, and with Mets beat writer Michael Baron. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Mini AL Central Preview! Royals and Twins Interviews!
February 12, 2024 15:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBOn today's episode, I chat with Royals beat writer Jaylon Thompson, and Twins with reporter Bobby Nightengale Jr. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Mini NL Central Preview! Reds and Cardinals Discussions!
February 09, 2024 13:41 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBOn today's episode, I talk Reds with writer C. Trent Rosecrans, and discuss the Cardinals with writer John Denton. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Mini AL West Preview! Giants and D-Backs Discussions!
February 07, 2024 14:39 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBOn today's episode I chat with columnist John Shea about the Giants, and with reporter Nick Piecoro about the Diamondbacks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Rockies Fantasy Outlook! Sneaky Studs!
February 03, 2024 01:16 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBOn today's episode, you'll hear my chats with Rockies writers Thomas Harding and Patrick Lyons. We talk - Rotation and Bullpen - Charlie Blackmon - Playing Time Issues - Kris Bryant - Post Hype Sleepers - Prospects And More! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Mini NL East Preview! Nats and Braves Insiders!
February 01, 2024 01:52 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBOn today's episode, I discuss the Nats and Braves with Kevin McAlpin and Andrew Golden. This was recorded pre-Joey Gallo signing with the Nats. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Pirates and Mariners Fantasy Baseball Outlooks! Interviews!
January 25, 2024 00:58 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBOn today's episode I interview legendary Mariners announcer Dave Sims. I also talk with Kody Duncan, who covers the Pirates. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
We Are Back! Interviews With 2 LA Times Writers!
January 19, 2024 21:08 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBI interview Bill Shaikin and Mike DiGiovanna of the LA Times to discuss the fantasy outlook for the Angels and Dodgers --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
2024 Pitcher Expectations!
September 07, 2023 15:02 - 29 minutes - 54.8 MBOn today's episode, I review the best players from the last matchup, recent injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. Plus, I go through the pitchers I think will get drafted too high or low next season. Follow us on our socials! On Twitter @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mrkirk87, and Instagram @Fastballfantasybaseball. Contact us! [email protected]
Best Rest of Season Pitchers!
August 23, 2023 19:43 - 46 minutes - 86 MBOn today's episode, we cover the best players from the last matchup, recent injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. Plus, we discuss the top pitchers to add now from the waiver wire that will help you win for the rest of the season. Follow us on our socials! On Twitter @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mrkirk87, and Instagram @Fastballfantasybaseball. Contact us! [email protected]
Best Rest of Season Waiver Adds!
August 16, 2023 18:42 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBOn today's episode, I cover the best players from the last matchup, recent injuries and recoveries (this episode was recorded prior to the news of Shane McClanahan’s Tommy John update), and streamers for the week ahead. Plus, I review my favorite players to add now from the waiver wire that will help you win for the rest of the season. Follow us on our socials! On Twitter @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mrkirk87, and Instagram @Fastballfantasybaseball. Contact us! [email protected]
Fantasy Baseball Trade Targets!
August 09, 2023 15:37 - 39 minutes - 71.7 MBOn today's episode, I cover the best players from the last matchup, recent injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. Plus, I’ll go through some of my top fantasy baseball trade targets. Follow us on our socials! On Twitter @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mrkirk87 and Instagram: @Fastballfantasybaseball Contact us! [email protected]
MLB Trade Deadline! Fantasy Stock Up or Down!?
August 02, 2023 15:38 - 1 hour - 115 MBOn today’s episode we cover The best players of week 18 Injuries and recoveries for Week 18 Streamers for Weeks 18 and 19 Fantasy stock fallout from the MLB trade deadline Follow us on our socials! Twitter: @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mrkirk87 Instagram: @Fastballfantasybaseball Contact us! [email protected]
Second Half Regression Candidates!
July 26, 2023 19:25 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBOn today’s episode we cover The best players of the first two weeks of July Injuries and recoveries for Week 16 Streamers for Weeks 16 and 17 Our favorite second half bounceback candidates Follow us on our socials! Twitter: @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mattkirk87 Instagram: @Fastballfantasybaseball Contact us! [email protected]
We Are Fantrax! Second Half Bouncebacks!
July 19, 2023 15:58 - 1 hour - 114 MBOn today’s episode we cover The best players of the first two weeks of July Injuries and recoveries for Week 16 Streamers for Weeks 16 and 17 Our favorite second half bounceback candidates Follow us on our socials! Twitter: @Fastballpod @TaylorTarter @Mattkirk87 Instagram: @Fastballfantasybaseball Contact us! [email protected]
Biggest Busts So Far! Sneaky Streamers!
June 09, 2023 20:11 - 45 minutes - 42 MBIn today's episode, I review the best players from matchup 9, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. Plus, I look at the biggest busts of the season so far and whether or not they can improve. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Biggest Surprises So Far! Major Comebacks!
May 27, 2023 17:17 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBOn today's episode, I look at the best players of Matchup 7. I review injuries and recoveries (some major ones), and provide my favorite streamers for the week ahead. Plus I look at the biggest surprises of the season so far and whether or not to trust them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Best Player So Far! BABIP BOIZ! Prioritizing Prospects!
May 12, 2023 21:14 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBOn today's episode, I review the best players of the season so far. I go through injuries and recoveries and how they impact playing time for others. You'll hear my favorite streamers for the next week, plus how to prioritize prospects and buy low/sell high hitters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Best of Matchup 1! Streamers! Ouchies!
April 15, 2023 18:12 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBOn today's episode, I cover the best players from matchup 1, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Top 10 3B for 2023! How to Draft 3B This Year!
March 24, 2023 17:39 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn today's episode, I review my top-10 3B, along with some strategy on how to best draft 3B this season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Top 10 2B! Draft Strategy!
March 16, 2023 17:24 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBIn today's episode, I cover my top 10 2B for the 2023 Fantasy Baseball season, plus some draft strategy on how to attack the position. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Top 10 1B for 2023! 1B Draft Strategy!
March 08, 2023 17:32 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBOn today's episode we discuss our top 10 1B for 2023 fantasy baseball and some strategies on how we plan on addressing the position in drafts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Pitchers Hurt By The Shift Ban!
February 22, 2023 15:14 - 47 minutes - 44.3 MBIn this episode, we discuss pitchers that are likely to be hurt by the shift ban. Why should you avoid Cristian Javier, Tony Gonsolin, and Logan Webb? Only one way to find out. Tune in today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Interviews with Dodgers and Reds Writers!
February 15, 2023 23:59 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIn today's episode, I share my interviews with LA Times writer Mike DiGiovanna who discusses the Dodgers, and Cincinnati Enquirer Bobby Nightengale Jr to talk Reds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Interviews with Dodgers and Reds Writers!
February 15, 2023 23:59 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn today's episode, I share my interviews with LA Times writer Mike DiGiovanna who discusses the Dodgers, and Cincinnati Enquirer Bobby Nightengale Jr to talk Reds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Hitters Helped by the Shift Ban! Interview with O's Insider Nathan Ruiz!
February 02, 2023 01:43 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBIn this episode, we discuss hitters helped by the shift ban and a little preview into pitchers we think will be hurt by it. Plus, I share my interview with Orioles insider Nathan Ruiz. We talk all things O's including lineup and rotation decisions, prospects, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Interview with Diamondbacks Insider Nick Piecoro!
January 25, 2023 23:15 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode I share my interview with D-Backs insider Nick Piecoro. We talk all things AZ including lineup and rotation decisions, prospects, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
100 Facts! Draft Prep!
January 19, 2023 00:04 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBOn today's episode I go through 100 facts to help you prepare for the drafts ahead. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Dylan Cease Even Better? Interview with White Sox reporter Scott Merkin
January 16, 2023 22:04 - 23 minutes - 22 MBOn today's episode, you'll hear my interview with White Sox reporter Scott Merkin where we discuss Dylan Cease and other young stars, as well as some stories about past White Sox players. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Stock Down! Interview with Nats Insider Jesse Dougherty!
January 12, 2023 01:46 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBToday we review players whose fantasy stock has gone down after moving to a new team. Plus, we share our interview with Nats insider Jesse Dougherty. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Stock Up! Interview w/Twins Reporter Brandon Warne!
January 06, 2023 18:58 - 59 minutes - 55.5 MBSPECIAL FRIDAY EPISODE! Today we discuss players whose fantasy baseball stock has gone up after moving to a new team. Plus, we share our interview with Twins reporter Brandon Warne. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Best Calls of the Year! Upcoming FAs!
October 05, 2022 16:30 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBOn today's episode I review some important injuries at the end of the season, I review possible upcoming free agents, plus I review my best calls of the season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Worst Calls of the Year! Playoff Streamers!
September 29, 2022 17:24 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MBIn today's episode, we review the best players of the last week, injuries and recoveries that may impact your playoff run, and streamers for the final days of the season. We also review some of our worst calls of the year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
100th Episode! Players to Target with Anti-Shift Rules!
September 14, 2022 19:55 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MBOn today's episode we review the best players from matchup 21, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the next seven days. We also discuss which players have the highest chance of improving next season without the shift in place. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Players to Add NOW for Your Playoff Run!
September 07, 2022 19:48 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBIn today's episode I review the best players from matchup 20, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the next 7 days. Plus, I give you some off-the-radar, widely available players that can help you with your playoff run. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Sneaky Streamers! Nats and Reds Trade Deadline Reporter Interviews!
August 24, 2022 22:25 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBOn today's episode we discuss the best players of matchup 18, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the week ahead. We also share our interviews with Reds reporter Bobby Nightengale Jr. and Nats reporter Jesse Dougherty discussing some trade deadline fallout. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Fantasy Trade Deadline Strategies! Reporter Interviews!
August 17, 2022 22:53 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBOn today's episode we discuss the Fernando Tatis Jr. news, tips and strategies for the fantasy baseball trade deadline, and we share our interviews with Boston reporter Jen McCaffrey (The Athletic) and Minnesota reporter Brandon Warne (AccessTwins) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
MLB Trade Deadline Fantasy Fallout! Stock Watch!
August 03, 2022 18:32 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn today's episode I review the best players from the last 15 days, injuries and recoveries, and streamers for the next 7 days. I also review the MLB trade deadline and the fantasy baseball aftermath. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
MLB Draft Recap! Best Undrafted Fantasy Players!
July 27, 2022 13:52 - 58 minutes - 54.4 MBOn today's episode we discuss top prospects from the MLB Draft, injuries and recoveries, streamers for the next 7 days, and the best fantasy baseball players who went mostly undrafted this year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
All Star Snubs! Streamers to Target!
July 20, 2022 20:56 - 46 minutes - 43.5 MBThis week, we discuss the best players of Matchup 13, injuries and recoveries, streamers, and All Star Snubs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Second Half Targets! Add Them Now!
July 06, 2022 20:26 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBOn today's episode I cover the best performances of matchup 12, injuries and recoveries, streamers for the next 7 days, and players you should acquire for the second half of the season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Top 10 Lists! Sneaky Value Players!
June 29, 2022 20:04 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBOn today's episode we cover the best players of week 11, injuries and recoveries, streamers for the next 7 days, and top 10 players at various stats. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support
Under-rostered Players to Add NOW!
June 22, 2022 21:38 - 55 minutes - 51 MBOn today's episode, we discuss: best of matchup 10, injuries and recoveries, streamers, and under-rostered players you should add right now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taylor-tarter/support