Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball
The Athletic
In baseball, numbers are everywhere. But they’re not just numbers. For Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris, they’re the keys to solving the most fun problem in sports.Every weekday, join DVR and Eno as they unpack baseball in ways you’ve never heard before, endeavoring to figure out all they can about a sport that’s constantly changing. Alongside contributors Britt Ghiroli, Trevor May and Jed Lowrie, the Rates & Barrels crew breaks down all the latest MLB news through an analytical lens, feeding your unhealthy addiction to numbers, while helping you master your fantasy baseball GM skills. But wait, there's more: come back for Saturday mornings in Starkville, where Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville talk to some of the most important players, coaches, and thought leaders in the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 10, 2021 • 48min
Heaney to the Dodgers, Verlander's Workout, and Changes in Oakland, Cincinnati & Texas
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the early happening at this week's GM Meetings, Justin Verlander's workout and comeback bid, Andrew Heaney to the Dodgers, the Mets' ongoing search for a new general manager, and big changes in store for the A's, Reds and Rangers this winter. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 8, 2021 • 60min
Qualifying Offers, New First-Rounders & Getting Right Back Into Drafts
Eno and DVR discuss the players on the receiving end of Qualifying Offers, as well as a few notable omissions including Clayton Kershaw, Carlos Rodón and Jon Gray, before examining the first round of their very early 2022 Draft Champions Leagues.Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comWatch the show on YouTube and subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 3, 2021 • 42min
Atlanta Brings Home the 2021 World Series!
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss Atlanta's dominant 7-0 win over Houston to capture the franchise's first World Series title since 1995 on the strength of a massive Jorge Soler homer and an excellent Game 6 start from Max Fried. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 2, 2021 • 44min
World Series Game 6 Preview & Bob Melvin Heads to San Diego
Eno, Britt & DVR preview Game 6 of the World Series as the Astros try to keep their season alive, and discuss the latest changes in San Diego including the hiring of new manager Bob Melvin. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 1, 2021 • 41min
Atlanta Heads Back to Houston With a 3-2 World Series Lead
Eno and DVR discuss a busy three-game weekend in the World Series as the Astros did just enough to avoid elimination in Atlanta despite facing a 4-0 deficit after the first inning of Game 5. Should Ian Anderson have been left in the game longer in Game 3? How did Game 4 not play out more like Game 5?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comWatch the show *Live* on weekdays at 11:30a ET/8:30a PT on YouTube and subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 28, 2021 • 47min
The Astros Tie Up the Series at 1-1, Expectations for Games 3-5
Eno and DVR discuss Houston's Game 2 World Series win over Atlanta on the strength of a nice outing from José Urquidy and a seven-run outburst from the Astros' lineup before setting expectations for the three-game weekend stretch as the series heads to Georgia. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comWatch the show *Live* on weekdays at 11:30a ET/8:30a PT on YouTube and subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 27, 2021 • 42min
Atlanta Takes a 1-0 Lead, Charlie Morton's Injury & Game 2 Preview
Eno and DVR discuss a Game 1 win for Atlanta that also included the loss of Charlie Morton for the rest of the playoffs, and take a look ahead to Wednesday's Game 2. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comWatch the show *Live* on weekdays at 11:30a ET/8:30a PT on YouTube and subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsGet 33% off a subscription: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 26, 2021 • 43min
World Series Game 1 Preview, Series & MVP Predictions
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss Game 1 of the World Series between the Astros and Braves, and share their expectations for the series as a whole. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comWatch the show *Live* on weekdays at 11:30a ET/8:30a PT on YouTube and subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 25, 2021 • 39min
It's a Houston-Atlanta World Series?!
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss a Houston-Atlanta World Series on the heels of LCS clinching wins over the weekend, and say goodbye to the 2021 Dodgers and Red Sox. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2021 • 40min
Chris Taylor's Three-Homer Game Extends NLCS & Boston's Path to Winning Twice in Houston
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss Chris Taylor's three-homer Game 5 as the NLCS heads back to Atlanta, and the Red Sox's paths to two road wins in Houston to rally back in the ALCS. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comWatch the show *Live* on weekdays at 11:30a ET/8:30a PT on YouTube and subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsSubscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
