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Mar 2021
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Final Opening Day roster cuts, balancing...

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About this episode

Eno & DVR discuss the fallout from the final round of roster cuts -- including Jazz Chisholm, Taylor Trammell, Alejandro Kirk and Logan Allen earning roster spots -- plus the balancing immediate needs against long-term value, drawing a draft-day road map, co-closers, and more.


Rundown

5:26 Jazz Chisholm Wins a Job!

12:43 Taylor Trammell’s Opportunity in Seattle

15:38 Alejandro Kirk in one-catcher league

19:43 Logan Allen Wins Fifth Starter Role

27:53 Balancing Immediate Need vs. Long-Term Expectations

40:23 Can Co-Closers Work for Fantasy Players?

49:35 Drawing a Draft Day Road Map

55:07 How Do You Identify Streaming Targets This Early?

62:52 Shelby Miller and Comeback Candidates


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