Pitcher/Hitter Planner For the Weekend; Juan Soto Has COVID (07/23 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)

After a 118-day delay, OPENING DAY IS HERE! What are some of our favorite Opening Day traditions and memories (2:54)? ... Onto our Fantasy philosophy question, how should somebody weigh a great matchup from an okay pitcher vs. a bad matchup for a great pitcher (6:27)? Who are Scott's favorite sleepers for the weekend (10:28)? Are all of the Dodgers pitchers must-start options? Will Alex Verdugo play against left-handed pitching? ... We have news and notes (14:58)! Will the Blue Jays play in Camden Yards? Also, it sounds like Dustin May and Nate Pearson will be back rather quickly. ... After speculation that Zack Wheeler would miss time for the birth of his child, it turns out he will make his Phillies debut this Saturday (19:11). ... Chris needs something regulated (22:55)! ... For our pitching planner, we address Roto strategy for the weekend, sleepers, and discuss whether or not you should bench Matthew Boyd in Cincinnati (28:14). ... Aanndd Juan Soto has tested positive for COVID-19 (36:45). Who are some replacements? Is Howie Kendrick a must-own player? ... We have 30-man active roster updates (43:38)! ... Who are some of Scott's favorite hitter sleepers for this weekend (47:58)? ... Email us at fantasybaseball@cbsi.com.

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