# What's Next for These Three Underperforming Hitters?

An episode of [Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1486883874), 27 May 2026, 1 h 05 min.

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Today, things got a little weird — thanks to Bryce Harper giving the world a glimpse into his unconventional toothbrushing routine. Eno, Jed, and DVR break down Harper’s viral moment, the end of Nick Kurtz’s on-base streak, and discuss Trea Turner, Jarren Duran, Steven Kwan, and the players who’ve brought them the most joy this season. Later, the guys revisit their plus-minus draft to see which big-name hitters have fallen short of expectations at the plate. Rundown: 0:31 The Streak is Over! Nick Kurtz On-Base Streak Ends at 48 Games 3:02 No, We Don’t Get It: Bryce Harper’s Toothpaste Usage is Odd 4:39 Trea Turner’s Slow Start: Better Days on Tap as He Adjusts? 21:12 Jarren Duran’s Changes: Is He Too Aggressive with Pull-Happy Approach? 37:31 Steven Kwan's Struggles: Are We Sure He’s Healthy? 46:08 Appreciating Silly: A Few Great (Random) Moments in 2026 58:15 Plus-Minus Draft Review: A Few Underperforming Stars! Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Editor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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