Episodes
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this episode of "Leading Off" LIVE on Twitch! Make sure you follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
In this edition, the guys break down who'se trending up & down, examine their surprise starts, and take a look at which top prospects could get called up soon.
What players will be featured in today's best bets and home runs calls? The Pros let you know!
Timestamps:
Introduction - 0:00:00
Yankee Stadium Concerns - 0:03:15
Listener Questions #1 - 0:06:52
Nick Lodolo (SP - CIN) - 0:07:21
Hunter Brown (SP - HOU) - 0:09:35
Triston Casas (1B - BOS) & Signs of Life for Boston - 0:09:43
Rookie Lookie: Logan Henderson (SP - MIL) & Bubba Chandler (SP - PIT) - 0:09:51
Listener Questions #2 - 0:12:52
Joe vs. Welsh BP Challenge Teaser - 0:14:02
3 Up: Aaron Judge (OF, DH - NYY), Nestor Cortes (SP - MIL) & Christian Walker (1B - HOU) - 0:15:41
3 Down: Merrill Kelly (SP - ARI), Joe Ryan (SP - MIN) & Jose Altuve (2B, OF - HOU) - 0:17:38
Injury Updates - 0:20:12
Freddie Freeman (1B - LAD) - 0:23:33
Listener Questions #3 - 0:25:54
Best Bets of the Day - 0:32:09
Home Run Board Update & Calls - 0:36:15
Outro - 0:38:45
Helpful Links:
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
FanDuel - Want to boost your bets? New FanDuel customers can bet $5 and win $200 in bonus bets if that first bet hits! Just head to fantasypros.com/leadingoff to get started. That’s fantasypros.com/leadingoff, and make your plays on FanDuel today!
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Wade through the early MLB season madness with this episode of The Cycle, where Ryan Wormeli (@RyanWarmly) and Mike Maher (@mikemaher) break down everything from early-season risers and fallers, trade targets, fantasy baseball waiver wire targets and streaming pitcher options!
Is Chicago Cubs C Carson Kelly a must-add on the waiver wire after hitting for the cycle? Did managers get more than they bargained for when drafting Texas Rangers SP Nathan Eovaldi? Plus, could Detroit Tigers SP Casey Mize make a season-long impact?
The Pros dig into the first live action of the regular season!
Timestamps:
Introduction - 0:00:00
Carson Kelly (C - CHC) Hits for the Cycle - 0:02:56
Nathan Eovaldi (SP - TEX) Tosses First Maddux of 2025 - 0:05:39
Rafael Devers (3B, DH - BOS) - 0:07 :45
Other Slow-Starting Studs - 0:12:59
Nico Horner Cubs Jersey Giveaway - 0:14 :40
Torpedo Bats or Juiced Balls? - 0:14:27
New Ballpark Factors - 0:17:57
Surprising Early Standouts 0:18:50
News, Notes & Injuries - 0:20:27
Microsoft Chasing Challenges - 0:22:37
Buy-Low/Sell High - 0:24:26
Wilson Contreras (C, 1B, DH - STL) & William Conteras (C, DH - MIL) - 0:25:06
Adley Rutschman (C, DH - BAL) - 0:28:08
Eugenio Suarez (3B - ARI) - 0:30:28
Andres Gimenez (2B - TOR) - 0:32:19
Waivers Central - 0:35:34
Alek Thomas (OF - ATL) - 0:35:44
Heston Kjerstad (OF - BAL) - 0:35:58
Otto Lopez (2B, SS - MIA) - 0:37:09
Casey Mize (SP - DET) - 0:38:18
Jesus Luzardo (SP - PHI) & Dustin May (SP - LAD) - 0:41:35
Deep League Targets - 0:42:29
FantasyPros MLB Lineup Assistant- 0:44:19
Pitching Streamers - 0:44:42
Two-Start Pitcher Competition - 0:51:15
Weekend Excitement - 0:53:18
Outro - 0:55:22Helpful Links:
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
Microsoft AI - Microsoft’s AI solutions empower you to take bold steps and make informed decisions, sparking new ideas to help drive your business forward. With Microsoft as your trusted partner, you can navigate your journey with confidence, finding innovative solutions and reaching new possibilities. Visit microsoft.com/challengers to learn more.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this episode of "Leading Off" LIVE on Twitch! Make sure you follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
In this edition, the guys break down big nights for Los Angeles Dodgers SP/DH Shohei Ohtani and St. Louis Cardinals C Iván Herrera. They also take an inside look at rookies who are making moves, plus veterans who are trending up and down.
What players will be featured in today's best bets and home runs calls? The Pros let you know!
Timestamps: (may be off due to ads):
Introduction - 0:00:00
Shohei Ohtani (SP, DH - LAD) - 0:01:37
Rafael Devers (3B, DH - BOS) - 0:02:45
Kristian Campbell (2B, SS, CF) - 0:03:21
Ketel Marte (2B, DH - ARI) - 0:04:45
Ivan Herrera (C - STL) - 0:05:10
Paul Skenes (SP - PIT), Freddy Peralta (SP - MIL) & Cole Ragans (SP - KC) - 0:07:53
Mackenzie Gore (SP - WAS) - 0:09:37
Listener Questions - 0:11:37
Dennis Santana (RP - PIT) - 0:13:35
Clay Holmes (RP - NYM) - 0:15:18
FantasyPros Twitch - 0:16:27
Rookie Lookie - 0:17:19
3 Up: Zac Gallen (SP - ARI), Hunter Greene (SP - CIN) & Zack Wheeler (SP - PHI) - 0:19:53
3 Down: Blake Snell (SP - LAD), Sean Burke (SP - CWS) & Mark Vientos (3B - NYM) - 0:21:12
Kyzatrex - 0:21:51
Injury Updates - 0:24:24
Best Bets of the Day - 0:26:24
FanDuel - 0:30:13
Home Run Board Update & Calls - 0:30:33
Listener Questions - 0:32:32
Outro- 0:35:57
Helpful Links:
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
Kyzatrex - If you have low testosterone, KYZATREX is an FDA-approved pill that's changing the game in testosterone replacement therapy. It’s time to break free from injections, pellets, and gels – choose KYZATREX and take a step toward being the hero of your life again. To learn more, visit KYZATREX.com.
FanDuel - Want to boost your bets? New FanDuel customers can bet $5 and win $200 in bonus bets if that first bet hits! Just head to fantasypros.com/leadingoff to get started. That’s fantasypros.com/leadingoff, and make your plays on FanDuel today!
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Join Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) as they tackle your questions live on Discord every Wednesday of the season at 2 PM EST at fantasypros.com/chat.
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
Jack Leiter 0:01:23
Rounding Out Your Bench - 0:05:28
Trade Bobby Witt and Ronald Acuna for Shohei Ohtani? - 0:13:00
Concerns With The Braves Lineup -
0:16:16
FantasyPros Discord - 0:21:15
Jackson Merrill and Kristian Campbell Extensions - 0:22:23
Tylor Megill, Casey Mize, or Dustin May? - 0:26:51
Drop Michael Toglia for Ben Rice? - 0:27:55
George Kirby’s Shoulder - 0:29:05
Tyler O’Neill or Cedric Mullins? - 0:33:38
Lack of Stolen Bases - 0:34:35
Cam Smith - 0:36:47
Buy Low on Roki Sasaki? - 0:38:14
Outro - 0:43:42
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
Michael King - 0:01:08
Logan Gilbert - 0:04:29
Eugenio Suarez - 0:06:21
Jackson Merrill - 0:07:15
Casey Mize - 0:08:21
Nick Kurtz - 0:17:50
Jasson Dominguez - 0:18:04
Emiliano Teodo - 0:18:16
Marcelo Mayer - 0:20:09
Microsoft Challenger Segment - 0:20:19
3 Up, 3 Down - 0:22:44
Dustin May, Logan Webb, and Nathan Eovaldi - 0:22:47
Justin Steele, Luis Severino, Thomas Harrington - 0:24:43
My Playbook - 0:28:33
Injury Updates - 0:28:57
MLB Best Bets - 0:31:04
HR Board and HR Calls - 0:33:16
Remembering Val Kilmer - 0:36:10
Outro - 0:38:40
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
Microsoft AI - Microsoft’s AI solutions empower you to take bold steps and make informed decisions, sparking new ideas to help drive your business forward. With Microsoft as your trusted partner, you can navigate your journey with confidence, finding innovative solutions and reaching new possibilities. Visit microsoft.com/challengers to learn more.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
Today, the boys talk through the Jurickson Profar suspension, Garrett Crochet signing an extension with the Red Sox, Kris Bubic’s big day on the mound, Thomas Harrington getting the call in Pittsburgh, and much more!
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
Signed Nico Hoerner Jersey Giveaway - 0:01:27
Jurickson Profar and Reynaldo Lopez - 0:01:59
Garrett Crochet - 0:05:30
Elly De La Cruz - 0:05:54
Jose Ramirez - 0:08:15
Carson Kelly - 0:08:24
Freddie Freeman - 0:08:32
Jake Mangum - 0:10:32
David Peterson - 0:10:39
Brady Singer - 0:11:05
Otto Lopez - 0:11:14
3 Up, 3 Down - 0:14:06
Kris Bubic, Tyler Glasnow, and Pete Alonso - 0:14:09
Thomas Harrington - 0:18:32
Kumar Rocker, Emerson Hancock, and Rafael Devers - 0:22:37
Kyzatrex - 0:24:11
Injury Updates - 0:26:16
MLB Best Bets - 0:28:06
HR Calls and HR Board - 0:32:28
Outro - 0:37:30
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
Kyzatrex - If you have low testosterone, KYZATREX is an FDA-approved pill that's changing the game in testosterone replacement therapy. It’s time to break free from injections, pellets, and gels – choose KYZATREX and take a step toward being the hero of your life again. To learn more, visit KYZATREX.com.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
Today, the fellas recap the biggest stories from opening weekend, including the Yankees “torpedo” bats, another bad season debut for Bailey Ober, the struggles of Rafael Devers, and Jacob deGrom’s promising outing. Then, we break down the best prospect stashes, the hottest pickups on the waiver wire, the best bets of the day, and much more!
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
The Yankees - 0:01:53
Jose Ramirez - 0:06:25
Jacob DeGrom - 0:06:47
Spencer Schwellenbach - 0:11:04
The Waiver Wire - 0:11:15
Kristian Campbell - 0:11:48
Dylan Crews - 0:13:03
Prospecting with The Welsh - 0:14:03
3 Up, 3 Down - 0:23:45
Jesus Luzardo, Jordan Westburg, and Josh Naylor - 0:23:48
Bailey Ober, Michael Harris II, and Rafael Devers - 0:24:03
Masyn Winn - 0:25:56
My Playbook - 0:31:57
Injury Updates - 0:32:25
MLB Best Bets - 0:34:30
HR Board and HR Calls - 0:39:04
Outro - 0:41:03
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
The fellas recap opening day, which included some big performances from the likes of Tyler O’Neill and Mackenzie Gore, aces Michael King and Tarik Skubal getting into some trouble, and a full blown closer meltdown around the league. Tune in as we break it all down and give you our best bets and HR calls of the day as well!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Tyler O’Neill - 0:01:40
Mackenzie Gore - 0:03:23
Garrett Crochet - 0:07:49
Tarik Skubal - 0:08:07
Michael King - 0:08:13
Blake Snell - 0:09:43
Juan Soto - 0:09:48
Fernando Tatis Jr. - 0:10:59
Kristian Campbell - 0:12:25
Paul Skenes and the Pirates - 0:12:33
Cam Smith - 0:13:07
Cole Ragans and Zac Gallen - 0:13:30
3 Up, 3 Down - 0:17:52
Logan Gilbert, Randy Arozarena, and Adley Rutschman - 0:17:57
Jose Berrios, Jackson Chourio, and Closers - 0:19:38
Microsoft Challenger Segment - 0:24:44
Injury Updates - 0:26:29
MLB Best Bets - 0:29:19
HR Board and HR Calls - 0:34:25
Outro - 0:39:05
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
Microsoft AI - Microsoft’s AI solutions empower you to take bold steps and make informed decisions, sparking new ideas to help drive your business forward. With Microsoft as your trusted partner, you can navigate your journey with confidence, finding innovative solutions and reaching new possibilities. Visit microsoft.com/challengers to learn more.My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
In this episode, the boys celebrate Opening Day by revealing the “All-Joey P” and “All-Welsh” teams. They also break down some fresh Opening Day lineups and pitching matchups, bring you some injury updates, and talk about their best bets and HR calls for the day!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Opening Day Lineups - 0:02:34
Amazing Pitching Matchups - 0:08:18
Cal Raleigh - 0:09:38
Rafael Devers DH - 0:09:47
All-Joe Pisapia Team and All Chris Welsh Team - 0:13:03
3 Up, 3 Down - 0:20:19
Xavier Edwards, Spencer Steer, and Kristian Campbell - 0:20:24
Vinnie Pasquantino, Evan Carter, and Mickey Moniak - 0:23:44
0:24:48
Injury Updates - 0:25:43
MLB Best Bets - 0:35:53
HR Board and HR Calls - 0:42:54
Outro - 0:44:54
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
My Playbook - Manage your fantasy baseball lineups and dominate your leagues with My Playbook from FantasyPros. My Playbook is a suite of powerful tools to help you make better decisions, manage your lineups, and win your leagues! Import your team to get custom fantasy baseball news, rankings, and analysis. Sync your leagues today at fantasypros.com/mlbmyplaybook or download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook App.
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Join Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) as they tackle your questions live on Discord every Wednesday of the season at 2 PM EST at fantasypros.com/chat.
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Wait On Pitching? - 0:04:15
Tigers/Rangers Closer Jobs - 0:09:27
FantasyPros Discord - 0:13:52
Favorite Late-Round SPs - 0:15:22
Curtis Mead’s Value - 0:17:32
Bo Bichette vs. Jackson Holliday - 0:19:17
Heston Kjerstad - 0:21:09
Late Catcher Values - 0:23:18
Six Man Rotations - 0:29:21
Kristian Campbell vs. Cam Smith - 0:31:11
Breaking Down Bold Predictions - 0:34:20
Drake Baldwin/Sean Murphy - 0:34:59
Victor Robles - 0:36:00
Cam Smith - 0:36:32
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - 0:39:15
Gavin Lux - 0:41:33
Mike Trout - 0:42:51
Outro - 0:45:47
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
Join us on Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat
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Get Opening Day started with a brand new episode of The Cycle, where Ryan Wormeli (@RyanWarmly) and Mike Maher (@mikemaher) answer the 10 BIGGEST fantasy baseball questions for the 2025 MLB season!
How does Los Angeles Dodgers SP/DH Shohei Ohtani follow-up his historic 2024 season in his return to pitching? Will Pittsburgh Pirates SP Paul Skenes be worth the first-round pick managers spent in fantasy drafts? Plus, will any speedster break 50 stolen bases this year?
The Pros answer the call before regular season baseball officially begins.
Timestamps:
Introduction - 0:00:00
Shohei Ohtani (SP, DH - LAD) - 0:03:48
Paul Skenes (SP - PIT) - 0:10:42
John Smoltz Autographed Braves Jersey Giveaway - 0:14:11
Do Any Pitchers Throw 200+ Innings? - 0:14:44
Can 2025 Rookie Hitters Shine? - 0:19:04
Mike Trout (OF - LAA) - 0:24:17
Weekend Fantasy Baseball Drafts Recap - 0:24:56
Microsoft Chasing Challenges - 0:27:06
Will Any Player Break 50 Stolen Bases? - 0:28:43
Spencer Strider (SP - ATL) & Ronald Acuna Jr. (OF - ATL) - 0:32:21
FantasyPros My Playbook App - 0:36:21
Garrett Crochet (SP - BOS) - 0:36:45
Chicago White Sox Other Than Luis Robert Jr. To Roster - 0:41:10
Players Who Will & Won’t Be First-Rounders in 2026 - 0:43:24
Outro - 0:50:03Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
Microsoft AI - Microsoft’s AI solutions empower you to take bold steps and make informed decisions, sparking new ideas to help drive your business forward. With Microsoft as your trusted partner, you can navigate your journey with confidence, finding innovative solutions and reaching new possibilities. Visit microsoft.com/challengers to learn more.
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Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17), Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh), and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) are joined by Chris Clegg (@ChrisCleggMiLB) from The Dynasty Dugout for the final mock draft of the preseason, and today the fellas tackle a 12 team head-to-head categories league with a twist: OBP and QS instead of batting average and wins!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Signed John Smoltz Jersey Giveaway - 0:02:18
Round 1 - 0:03:22
Round 2 - 0:06:52
Round 3 - 0:08:11
Round 4 - 0:11:10
Round 5 - 0:13:54
Round 6 - 0:15:26
Round 7 - 0:16:59
Round 8 - 0:18:44
Round 9 - 0:19:56
Fantrax - 0:20:45
Round 10 - 0:23:15
Round 11 - 0:25:23
Round 12 - 0:25:47
Round 13 - 0:27:25
Round 14 - 0:29:08
Round 15 - 0:30:51
Round 16 - 0:33:06
Round 17 - 0:35:59
Round 18 - 0:38:16
Round 19 - 0:40:12
Round 20 - 0:42:27
Round 21 - 0:43:56
Round 22 - 0:47:40
Round 23 - 0:48:37
Round 24 - 0:50:39
Draft Recap and Analysis - 0:51:00
Outro - 1:00:25
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
Fantrax - Bring your fantasy baseball league to Fantrax for an unbeatable user experience and a chance to win a signed Vladimir Guerrero Jr signed jersey! Sign up today at fantrax.com/fantasypros.
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Join Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) as they reveal their Top 20 players that are going to help you win your league this season!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
News & Notes, Christian Campbell & Shane McClanahan - 0:00:25
FantasyPros Twitch Streams - 0:03:11
Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:05:22
Victor Scott - 0:06:10
James Wood or Teoscar Hernandez? - 0:07:44
Which Player Has More Upside? - 0:08:29
Kyle Manzardo - 0:08:56
Cam Smith - 0:10:00
Cam Smith or Connor Norby? - 0:11:43
Jeffrey Springs - 0:11:56
Clay Holmes - 0:13:25
Wells, Rice or Manzardo? - 0:16:02
Jesus Luzardo - 0:16:48
Michael Toglia - 0:17:50
Brandon Woodruff - 0:19:51
Grade The Trade - 0:21:45
Cristopher Sanchez - 0:22:19
Sean Manaea - 0:24:43
Pete Crow-Armstrong - 0:26:10
Chasing Challenges From Microsoft - Jackson Holliday - 0:27:43
Jasson Dominguez - 0:30:08
Ryan Pepiot - 0:32:33
Are We Concerned About Francisco Lindor? - 0:33:30
Does Drew Rasmussen See an Uptick? - 0:34:30
Spencer Schwellenbach - 0:35:06
Sandy Alcantara - 0:36:37
Spencer Strider - 0:38:25
Luis Robert Jr. - 0:40:34
Mike Trout - 0:42:15
Ronald Acuna Jr. - 0:44:25
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
Microsoft AI - Microsoft’s AI solutions empower you to take bold steps and make informed decisions, sparking new ideas to help drive your business forward. With Microsoft as your trusted partner, you can navigate your journey with confidence, finding innovative solutions and reaching new possibilities. Visit microsoft.com/challengers to learn more.
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Join Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17), Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh), Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) and Scott Bogman (@BogmanSports) as they take part in a 10 team head-to-head mock draft to help you prepare for all of your remaining drafts!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Round 1 - 0:04:14
Round 2 - 0:07:25
Round 3 - 0:10:04
Round 4 - 0:12:07
Round 5 - 0:14:32
Microsoft Challenger Segment - 0:16:04
Round 6 - 0:19:56
Round 7 - 0:21:34
Round 8 - 0:23:51
Round 9 - 0:26:24
Round 10 - 0:28:49
Round 11 - 0:33:47
Round 12 - 0:37:27
Round 13 - 0:38:27
Round 14 - 0:40:33
Round 15 - 0:42:02
Round 16 - 0:43:14
Round 17 - 0:46:16
Round 18 - 0:47:31
Round 19 - 0:49:44
Round 20 - 0:50:33
Round 21 - 0:51:29
Round 22 - 0:51:42
Draft Recap and Analysis - 0:51:54
Outro - 1:00:01
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Microsoft AI - Microsoft’s AI solutions empower you to take bold steps and make informed decisions, sparking new ideas to help drive your business forward. With Microsoft as your trusted partner, you can navigate your journey with confidence, finding innovative solutions and reaching new possibilities. Visit microsoft.com/challengers to learn more.
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
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Shoot for ceiling this spring when you join Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) for their 2025 fantasy baseball all-break team of MLB players they think are about to explode!
Can New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells take Advantage of The Bronx? Will Chicago Cubs shortstop Matt Shaw push for NL Rookie of the Year honors? Plus, could Washington Nationals OF Dylan Crews be the answer to managers' prayers?
The Pros call their shots trying to find the next fantasy baseball stars!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
The Definition of Breakout Performer - 0:00:19
John Smoltz Autographed Braves Jersey Giveaway - 0:03:43
Shea Langeliers (C - OAK) - 0:05:30
Austin Wells (C - NYY) - 0:06:22
Michael Toglia (1B, OF - COL) - 0:08:14
Triston Casas (BOS - 1B) - 0:10:08
Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL) - 0:12:19
Kristian Campbell (2B, SS, OF - BOS) - 0:14:02
Junior Caminero (3B - TB) - 0:17:34
Matt Shaw (2B, 3B, SS - CHC) - 0:20:19
Matt McLain (2B, SS - CIN) - 0:24:05
Masyn Winn (SS - STL) - 0:25:35
Dylan Crews (OF - WSH) & Jasson Dominguez (OF - NYY) - 0:27:55
FantasyPros Draft Wizard Cheat Sheet Creator - 0:33:22
Pete Crow-Armstrong (OF - CHC) - 0:34:26
Jordan Walker (OF - STL) - 0:26:05
Spencer Schwellenbach (SP - ATL) - 0:39:34
Jared Jones (SP - PIT) - 0:40:20
Brandon Pfaadt (SP - ARI) - 0:41:05
Andres Munoz (RP - SEA) - 0:42:11
Gavin Williams (SP - CLE) - 0:43:11
Ryan Pepiot (SP - TB) - 0: 44:20
Will Warren (SP - NYY) - 0:45:08
Ben Joyce (RP - LAA) - 0:46:12
Outro - 0:47:13Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
Fantrax - Bring your fantasy baseball league to Fantrax for an unbeatable user experience and a chance to win a signed Vladimir Guerrero Jr signed jersey! Sign up today at fantrax.com/fantasypros.
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Join Ryan Wormeli (@RyanWarmly) and Mike Maher (@mikeMaher) for this week’s edition of The Cycle!
In this episode, the fellas give you their yearbook superlative predictions ahead of the 2025 fantasy baseball season!
Who is most likely to succeed? Who’s the hottest in the office? Do we have a class clown this year? Is there a class couple?
Tune in to get all of the answers in this fun episode!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Takeaways from Dodgers/Cubs - 0:02:35
Most Likely To Succeed - 0:08:12
Bryan Reynolds - 0:08:29
Shane McClanahan - 0:10:57
Signed John Smoltz Jersey Giveaway - 0:16:36
Biggest Flirt - 0:17:02
Christian Yelich - 0:17:37
Jackson Holliday - 0:22:38
Class Clown - 0:29:34
William Contreras - 0:30:04
Jacob deGrom - 0:36:12
MLB Draft Kit - 0:43:18
Hottest In The Office - 0:44:10
James Wood - 0:44:49
Roki Sasaki - 0:48:03
Most Gullible - 0:52:06
Mike Trout - 0:52:18
Class Couple - 0:55:18
Jake Burger and Victor Robles - 0:55:40
Outro - 0:57:40
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
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Join Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) as they tackle your questions live on Discord every Wednesday of the season at 2 PM EST at fantasypros.com/chat.
Timestamps:
Intro -0:00:00
FantasyPros Discord Chats - 0:00:30
FantasyPros Twitch Streams - 0:02:00
Rōki Sasaki Has a Bad Start, Too Early To Panic? - 0:03:20
FantasyPros Draft Wizard - 0:12:15
Jarred Jones Injury is a Real Concern - 0:12:15
Fantrax - 0:18:31
Will Cam Smith Make the Team? - 0:19:40
Dynasty Decision; Sasaki or Schwellenbach? - 0:23:20
Pocket Aces or Zero Starting Pitcher Start? - 0:25:48
How Many Relief Pitchers Do I Need? - 0:28:51
FantasyPros Discord & Twitch - 0:31:54
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
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Joe Pisapia and Chris Welsh recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) are back for another season of Leading Off live!In this episode, the boys recap the second game of the season in Tokyo between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs. They also break down some recent news out of spring training, give some injury updates on key players, and tackle listener questions like, what do we expect from Ronald Acuna or who pitches more between George Kirby or Jacob deGrom?
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Roki Sasaki's MLB debut - 0:02:00
Use the Draft Assistant for live expert advice in your last-minute drafts! - 0:11:10
The Dodgers' offense - 0:11:49
Jarred Jones will miss next spring start - 0:14:28
Do you spend high draft picks on pitching? - 0:18:27
If saves+holds are a scoring category in your league, are we more willing to punt on closers? - 0:19:16
Who are good Jarred Jones replacement options in deep leagues? - 0:20:40
Mason Miller in the 10th or Bailey Ober in the 15th? - 0:22:16
Leading Off is on Twitch every weekday at 12 PM ET from Opening Day onward! - 0:22:39
Download the Fantasy Baseball My Playbook app to manage your teams - 0:23:04
Who to keep? - 0:24:00
Hallmark movies - 0:25:39
Pickup Rhys Hoskins? - 0:26:14
Kodai Senga - 0:26:30
Unlocking the "positive Joe" draft - 0:27:06
Max Scherzer's hurt - 0:27:51
Gunnar Henderson took batting practice Tuesday - 0:28:32
Coby Mayo optioned to Triple-A - 0:29:12
Who pitches more: George Kirby or Jacob deGrom? - 0:30:03
Who's our sleeper No. 2 catcher? - 0:31:54
Ronald Acuna expectations - 0:32:41
Which veteran free agent SPs are still worth signing? - 0:35:03
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
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Joe Pisapia and Chris Welsh recorded this show LIVE on Twitch! Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream!
Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) are back for another season of Leading Off Live!
In this episode, the boys recap the first game of the season in Tokyo between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs. They also break down some recent news out of spring training and give some injury updates on key players
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Dodgers/Cubs - 0:03:53
Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shota Imanaga - 0:05:10
Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts - 0:09:51
Matt Shaw - 0:12:40
FantasyPros Draft Assistant - 0:17:33
Justin Verlander - 0:18:35
Kristian Campbell - 0:21:13
Cam Smith - 0:21:33
My Playbook - 0:25:09
Spencer Strider - 0:26:15
Royce Lewis - 0:29:36
Injury Updates - 0:32:37
Outro - 0:35:29
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
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Join Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Chris Welsh (@IsItTheWelsh) as they reveal their All-Sleeper teams for the 2025 fantasy baseball season!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
Signed John Smoltz Jersey Giveaway - 0:01:56
Joey Bart - 0:03:47
Ivan Herrera - 0:06:11
Kyle Manzardo - 0:07:22
Pavin Smith - 0:08:30
Thairo Estrada - 0:10:25
Colt Keith - 0:12:50
Luis Rengifo - 0:14:38
Joey Ortiz - 0:15:45
Trevor Story - 0:18:43
Tyler Fitzgerald - 0:20:42
FantasyPros Draft Simulator - 0:22:06
Jake McCarthy, Garrett Mitchell, and Victor Scott - 0:23:28
Alec Burleson, Garrett Mitchell, and Matt Wallner - 0:27:47
Microsoft Challenger Segment - 0:29:26
Walker Buehler, Tomoyuki Sugano, Grant Holmes, and A.J. Puk - 0:31:52
Gavin Williams, Nick Lodolo, Max Meyer, and Jordan Romano - 0:36:32
Outro - 0:39:14
Helpful Links:
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/mock.
Draft Assistant - Get live support during your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Connect the Draft Assistant to your draft and get real-time suggestions based on expert rankings, team needs, and positional scarcity. Get the most value out of every pick in your fantasy football draft with the Draft Assistant. Learn more at fantasypros.com/assistantor download our Fantasy Baseball Draft Wizard app on Google Play or App Store.
Twitch - FantasyPros is now LIVE on Twitch! When the MLB season begins, join us every weekday at 12 PM Eastern for Leading Off -- your daily dose of fantasy baseball news, insights, and strategy. Ask questions, get insight, and interact live! Follow us now at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! A bigger lineup of exclusive, interactive live content is on the way!
Download the BettingPros App - Download the free BettingPros app for iOS and Android ahead of the baseball season. With Sportsbook Sync, automatically track your bets across all major sportsbooks in one spot. Easily monitor your bet performance by sport and bet type, including game picks, props, and parlays. Create custom Betting Systems to find winning trends and profitable opportunities. Get a free trial of BettingPros Premium by downloading the app at bettingpros.com/apps and activating your trial on the upgrade screen.
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