Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss the Tigers' Game 3 win over the Guardians that has put them one win away from the ALCS, the Dodgers' bullpen game shutout of the Padres that will send their series back to LA for a Game 5, Francisco Lindor's heroics that vaulted the Mets into the NLCS, what's next for the Phillies, and the Yankees-Royals matchup in Game 4 that features a rematch of Gerrit Cole v. Michael Wacha.Rundown7:30 The Tigers' Staff Cruises (Again) in Game 311:30 Matt Vierling's Catch Halts a Guardians Rally19:45 The Dodgers' Bullpen Game Shutout Win in Game 430:41 Francisco Lindor's Grand Slam Sends the Mets to the NLCS36:30 The Phillies' Current Window; Offseason Needs41:59 The Yankees Push the Royals to the Brink of Elimination48:51 The KC Bullpen Decision: Lefty-Lefty Against Wells, or Righty-Right Against Stanton?55:25 Michael Wacha's Success & Changeup Usage v. Aaron JudgeFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt Ghirolie-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss critical Game 3 wins for the Mets and Padres that have the Phillies and Dodgers facing elimination Wednesday. Plus, they dig into the Tigers' and Guardians' pitching options in a bullpen-heavy Game 3 in Detroit, and the Clarke Schmidt-Seth Lugo pitching matchup on tap as Royals v. Yankees shifts to Kansas City. Rundown0:34 The Tigers' Game 3 Pitching Plans6:49 Cleveland's Plans Behind Alex Cobb13:18 Sean Manaea Deals in Game 3; Mets One Win Away From NLCS24:05 Can José Quintana Keeps the Phillies' Bats Quiet in Game 4?30:04 Clarke Schmidt v. Seth Lugo in Kansas City35:17 Dylan Cease on Short Rest v. Landon Knack & the Dodgers' BullpenFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss all four Division Series being level at one game apiece and preview the Game 3 matchups between the Phillies and Mets, and Padres and Dodgers before looking back at Kerry Carpenter's game-winning three-run homer off of Emmanuel Clase, and the four-run fourth inning at the put the Royals on top for good in the Bronx on Monday night.Rundown2:15 Sean Manaea: A Familiar Foe w/Changing Arm Slot11:42 Seeing a Pitch Shape More Often Reduces Effectiveness15:57 Walker Buehler's Game 3 Assignment; Importance of Curveball and Cutter22:18 Mookie Betts' Postseason Numbers33:55 Kerry Carpenter Claims a Chapter in Tigers Postseason History47:17 The Royals Take Game 2 in the BronxFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend for all four Division Series -- including the early outburst from the Cleveland lineup that set up a Guardians' Game 1 win, a back-and-forth battle in the Bronx that the Yankees held onto win over the Royals, and two splits on the National League side where bitter rivalries have generated some great early-series drama. Rundown2:56 The Guardians' Offense Erupts in Game 1; Thoughts Behind Tigers' Opener Strategy Against Cleveland Bats11:17 Game Planning Against Tarik Skubal18:11 A Missed Opportunity for the Royals?22:44 One Particularly Important Play By Jazz Chisholm Jr.28:40 Phillies-Mets Is Delivering Through Two Games39:37 Padres-Dodgers Continues to Escalate50:27 Jurickson Profar Fooled Us!Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Mets' thrilling comeback win over the Brewers to advance to the NLDS -- and Eno looks ahead and what's next for Milwaukee in 2025 -- before they take a look at each of the four Division Series matchups getting underway Saturday.Rundown1:36 Pete Alonso Hits a Series-Winning Homer9:22 Eno Looks Ahead at the Brewers' 202515:37 Key Questions in Mets-Phillies Matchup26:30 A Possible Role for Kodai Senga In This Round?31:09 Key Questions in Tigers-Guardians Matchup39:51 A Closer Look: Potential Game Plan for Tigers v. Tanner Bibee47:03 Does the AL's Off-Day Schedule Help Kansas City?55:23 Key Questions in Padres-Dodgers MatchupFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the action from Day 2 of the Wild Card Round which featured three teams advancing -- including the Tigers, Royals and Padres -- and just one series -- Mets v. Brewers -- that will head to a decisive Game 3. With Division Series previews on tap for Friday's episode, they also examine the offseason questions facing the Astros, Orioles and Braves as those teams begin to focus on 2025.Rundown1:43 Jackson Chourio & Garrett Mitchell Send Brewers-Mets to Game 38:32 The Surprising Season of Tobias Myers; Any Wrinkles for Game 3?15:30 The Orioles' Swift October Exit & A Big Offseason Looming29:51 The Tigers' Johnny Wholestaff Approach Wins in Game 241:11 Big Offseason Questions Looming for the Astros47:46 The Padres Pile On Early Against Max Fried to Advance54:06 Atlanta's Offseason QuestionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR look back at fun opening day of the 2024 postseason and consider the implications of Game 1 in each series as four teams -- the Astros, Braves, Brewers and Orioles -- all face elimination Wednesday. Rundown0:55 Tarik Skubal's Gem, Tigers' Game 2 Kitchen Sink Pitching Plan10:56 Mets Parlay Big Inning Into Game 2 Elimination Opportunity in Milwaukee25:38 The Orioles' Lineup is Looking For Answers35:00 The Padres' Intriguing Rotation Alignment Pays Off in Game 1, Can This Version of Joe Musgrove Close Out Atlanta in Game 2?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghirolie-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After an incredible Game 1 of Monday's Mets-Braves doubleheader, the NL Wild Card round matchups are set! Eno and DVR discuss the potential carryover effects of the tight schedule on both clubs as they go on the road to face the Padres and Brewers. How will the Braves navigate their pitching plans if Chris Sale is unavailable? Will the bullpens wear down as series progress? Plus, is this the most complete Padres team that AJ Preller has assembled in San Diego? Can the Mets' lineup propel them deep into October, or will the Brewers' mixing and matching approach in the pitching staff continues to work in the playoffs?Rundown3:34 Doubleheader Carryover Effects on Atlanta's Pitching11:39 The Best Padres Squad of the Preller Era?17:49 Limited Value of Regular Season Meetings23:28 The Depth of the Mets' Lineup34:40 The Brewers' Pitching Flexibility41:00 Full World Series PredictionsFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the two AL Wild Card matchups with the Tigers' second-half surge bringing them to Houston, with an opportunity to end the Astros' string of seven consecutive ALCS appearances. Plus, they examine the Royals-Orioles matchup, and wonder if the Kansas City bats behind Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez can bring enough to the table against playoff pitching, and if the O's second-half performance (40-41) will carry over into October. Rundown3:14 Can The Tigers Carry Their Excellent Second Half Into October?10:34 Buying Elite Quality of Contact Suppression?17:31 The Difficulty of Picking Against the Astros25:52 How Do the Royals and Orioles Match Up?34:37 What's Behind the September Struggles of the Baltimore Bullpen?38:57 Who Advances to Face the Yankees in the ALDS?47:37 The Lingering Questions About Supporting Bats Behind Judge and Soto50:31 Cleveland's Shift Toward More Power in 2024Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR are joined by Melissa Lockard on the heels of Thursday's final game for the Oakland A's at the Coliseum. They discuss Melissa's path into A's fanhood a few decades ago, the final home game in Oakland, where things stand with the A's player development, and the long-term outlook for Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler.Rundown1:11 Melissa's Path to Becoming an A's Fan6:07 A Bunny Bringing Balls Out of the Ground?13:19 How Did This Actually Happens?20:53 The Final Home Game in Oakland25:34 What's Next for A's Fans?33:57 Where Do Things Stand for Player Development?39:12 How Far Is This Team From Contention?49:22 Brent Rooker's Incredible 2024 Campaign53:44 Lawrence Butler's Future59:22 Which Pitching Prospects is Melissa Most Excited About for 2025?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Melissa on Twitter: @MelissaLockarde-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com\Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Melissa LockardProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.