Fantasy Baseball Today Mets Promote Jonah Tong & Kyle Bradish Dominates! (8/27 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)
Aug 27, 2025
The Mets are making headlines by promoting prospect Jonah Tong, who boasts an impressive minor league record. Kyle Bradish shines with a standout season debut, while Parker Messick impresses after returning from surgery. The podcast dives into injury updates, notably Nathan Eovaldi's season-ending shoulder issue, and discusses promising waiver wire options. Additionally, the hosts explore the latest performances of emerging talents and how to navigate the unpredictable landscape of fantasy baseball as the season advances.
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Eovaldi's Season Ends With Shoulder Injury
- Nathan Eovaldi suffered a rotator cuff strain and likely will miss the rest of the season after a stellar 1.73 ERA campaign.
- Hosts note the injury creates roster openings and suggests grabbing top rookie callups as replacements.
Start Alcantara If Recent Plan Continues
- Start Sandy Alcantara if his next start(s) continue the recent quality-start streak against tough matchups.
- Monitor his pitch selection shift (calling/changeup emphasis) as the key to sustainable improvement.
Veterans Deliver Surprise Second‑Half Power
- Several veteran hitters (Springer, Stanton, Story, Adell) are producing unexpectedly strong second-half stretches.
- The hosts highlight these hot streaks as undervalued fantasy pickups despite playing-time or BABIP concerns.