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Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

The Athletic

300 episodes

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.

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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.

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  1. Starkville | The Great Stolen Base Controversy, and Mozzarella Sticks

    · 1 h 09 min

    Pete Crow-Armstrong was thrown out stealing on a walk... except he wasn't actually caught stealing on a walk. Confused? So were Jayson and Doug. This week, they break down PCA's controversial play at second base…

  2. Paul Skenes' Recent Struggles, Trade Targets & Weekend Waiver Wire Preview

    · 1 h 04 min

    As America celebrates its birthday, fantasy managers are getting ready for the second half of the baseball season. This week, Eno and DVR take a closer look at what's behind Paul Skenes' recent struggles, and whether…

  3. Breaking Down a Few Puzzling Pitchers

    · 1 h 08 min

    As the weather warms up, the guys are bringing the heat to some intriguing pitching storylines. Eno, Trevor, and DVR examine Tatsuya Imai's inconsistencies and Jake Bennett's promising start to his career. They also…

  4. National League Flyaround: Midseason Check-Ins

    · 1 h 16 min

    It’s time for a tour around the National League, where every division has its own storylines taking shape. Eno, Jed, and DVR begin in the NL West, where the Dodgers have opened up a sizable lead. They discuss whether…

  5. The Baseball Started FLYING in June, Do We Know Why?

    · 14 min

    Baseballs started flying in June -- and it wasn't simply warmer weather -- it might be a manufacturing error! Eno and DVR explain why changes in drag on the baseball have a significant impact on home runs, and how…

  6. American League Flyaround: Midseason Check-Ins

    · 1 h 05 min

    It’s time to take a tour around the American League, and there’s plenty to unpack. Eno, Britt, and DVR begin in the AL East, where the Rays have surged into first place as the Yankees try to stay afloat without their…

  7. Big Changes for Mets & Angels as the Second Half Arrives

    · 1 h 10 min

    The first domino has fallen for two of baseball's most disappointing teams. Today, Eno and DVR break down the firings of Mets manager Carlos Mendoza and Angels GM Perry Minasian, what comes next for both clubs, and…

  8. Starkville | Joe Davis Reads the History Books, While Shohei Ohtani Rewrites Them

    · 58 min

    A nickname is earned, not given—and after lighting up radar guns at 104 mph, Jacob Misiorowski’s fastball has certainly earned one. This week, we dive into listener-submitted suggestions and, with help from Jayson and…

  9. It's a Poltergeist, Right? What Is Happening to the 2026 Mets?

    · 1 h 08 min

    The Mets entered the season with plenty of optimism. Instead, they've been plagued by injuries, inconsistency, and an ever-growing payroll. Eno, Trevor, and DVR break down what's gone wrong in Queens, whether a strong…

  10. Bat Speed Risers, Stuff Fallers & Buster's Blunders

    · 1 h 07 min

    As some hitters crank up their bat speed, a few pitchers are watching their stuff head in the opposite direction. Eno and DVR break down the biggest bat-speed risers from the past month, including Sal Stewart and…

  11. A Closer Look at Monday's U-Turn in Run Production

    · 57 min

    It’s time to review some games, and this time we’re headed to San Diego, Los Angeles, and Detroit, as Eno, Britt, and DVR break down Braves-Padres, Orioles-Angels, and Yankees-Tigers. Plus, The Seattle Times’ Ryan…

  12. The Baseball is Flying Like It's 2019 Again

    · 1 h 07 min

    Don't blame us if this episode is a drag — blame baseball. Eno and DVR dig into why drag levels have climbed back to heights not seen since 2019, and what it means for hitters (and pitchers) across the league. They…

  13. Starkville | Jerry Dipoto’s Mariners Are Back On Track

    · 1 h 08 min

    Nolan Ryan had "The Express," so what do we call Jacob Misiorowski’s heater? This week on Starkville, Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville brainstorm the perfect nickname for "The Miz’s" electric four-seamer. Then, Mariners…

  14. June Starting Pitcher Rankings Update & Waiver Wire Preview

    · 1 h 05 min

    Fresh starting pitcher rankings have dropped, and it’s time to complain! Who is too high, who is too low — and should Eno and DVR watch *more* baseball? On this episode, they discuss frustration around the rankings of…

  15. Miss Distance for Pitchers is Here, What Are We Doing With It?

    · 1 h 00 min

    Why are some baseball fans still weird about Driveline? Eno, Trevor, and DVR tackle that question after Driveline founder Kyle Boddy left his advisory role with the Red Sox. Then, the guys dive into the newly unveiled…

  16. Is There a Stat That Shows Us How Much Pitchers Fear Hitters?

    · 1 h 00 min

    Drew Rasmussen’s incredible run continues. Today, Eno, Jed, and DVR dig into the factors behind the Rays right-hander owning the best ERA in baseball since 2021 among qualified starters not named Shohei Ohtani. Then,…

  17. Starting Pitcher Rankings: Tough Calls in June

    · 1 h 08 min

    Who are the toughest starting pitchers to rank right now? Eno and DVR dig into a group of arms that defy easy placement, including Jared Jones, Chase Burns, JT Ginn, Trey Yesavage, and more, breaking down the factors…

  18. The Injury Roller Coaster Speeds Up

    · 1 h 06 min

    What a weekend across baseball. A reigning Cy Young winner returned to the mound, runs piled up in Kansas City and Las Vegas, and two stars suffered an all-too-familiar injury to a notorious hand bone. Eno and DVR…

  19. Starkville | Catching Up with J.T. Realmuto

    · 52 min

    J.T. Realmuto returns to Starkville this week, joining Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville to talk about everything from his last appearance on the show (which happened on a golf course) to catching Cristopher Sánchez,…

  20. Draft-Day Regrets, Prospect Talk & Waiver Wire Prep

    · 1 h 19 min

    It’s Fantasy Friday, and with Eno out today, DVR enlists a pair of special guests. First, James Anderson of RotoWire joins the show to discuss the draft picks he’s already regretting, along with prospects generating…

  21. Fear the Regression Monster, or Feed the Beast?

    · 1 h 08 min

    After news of a setback for Garrett Crochet’s injured lat, DVR and Stephen revisit the 2024 blockbuster that sent the ace to Boston and brought four prospects back to Chicago — all of whom have now reached the majors…

  22. Breaking Down Five Young Hitters & Their Future Outlooks

    · 1 h 00 min

    Baseball Savant has given fans a new toy to play with. Today, DVR and Jed dig into the site's new swing timing and miss distance leaderboards and what they can reveal about hitter performance. Then, they break down the…

  23. Surprising Teams & The Cubs’ Unusual Path to the Middle

    · 1 h 01 min

    Is Manny Machado really mad about analytics, or is a tough season at the plate fueling the frustration? Today, Eno, Britt, and DVR unpack Machado’s comments and discuss whether advanced stats can help him break out of…

  24. Starting Pitcher Stock Watch

    · 1 h 09 min

    More Josh Naylor theatrics and another step forward for Tarik Skubal. Today, Eno and DVR break down the latest chapter in the Josh Naylor-Detroit Tigers saga after the Mariners first baseman tossed his sliding mitt…

  25. Starkville | Brewing Up Something Special with GM Matt Arnold

    · 55 min

    The NL Cy Young race is absolutely loaded right now. Cristopher Sánchez just rattled off 50 and two-thirds consecutive scoreless innings, Jacob Misiorowski is lighting up radar guns, and Shohei Ohtani has his ERA…

  26. Aaron Judge Update & Weekend Waiver Preview

    · 1 h 04 min

    Bad news has arrived in the Bronx. Today, Eno and DVR break down what Aaron Judge’s fractured rib means for the Yankees and how the team will fare while he’s gone. Then, they discuss the return of Corey Seager and…

  27. Pitcher Risers & Fallers

    · 1 h 12 min

    Commissioner Rob Manfred says MLB's luxury tax is a failure, Aaron Judge's injury situation is getting more serious, and George Kirby's strikeouts are missing. Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss those topics, and dig into a…

  28. Can You Predict the World Series Winner in Early June?

    · 57 min

    It’s June 3, which means it’s time for everyone’s favorite game: Four vs. The Field! Today, Eno, Jed, and DVR debate whether the combination of baseball’s four World Series favorites will ultimately take home the…

  29. Prospect Rankings Update w/Keith Law

    · 54 min

    It’s time to talk prospects, as some of baseball’s brightest young stars inch closer to the big leagues while others gear up for a run to the College World Series. Today, Eno and DVR are joined by The Athletic Senior…

  30. May Risers & Fallers

    · 1 h 05 min

    Things are looking up for two aces: Cristopher Sánchez and Jacob Misiorowski. After dominant performances throughout May, both have emerged as early frontrunners in the NL Cy Young race. Today, Eno and DVR break down…

  31. Starkville | Inside the Chaos of Broadcasting MLB games w/ Jason Benetti

    · 1 h 02 min

    An Astros pitcher accomplished something this week that hadn’t been done since 1892. Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville break down the historic feat, explain where Bumpus Jones fits into the story, and discuss what made…

  32. MLBPA and Owners Present First Offers + Weekend Waiver Preview

    · 1 h 07 min

    Major League Baseball and the MLBPA have officially opened negotiations on a new labor deal, and while both sides are talking, they’re nowhere close to seeing eye to eye. Today, Eno and DVR break down the league’s…

  33. Checking In on Several Young Pitchers

    · 1 h 00 min

    After breaking out last season, Nolan McLean has come back down to Earth a bit in 2026. Today, Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss whether the Mets right-hander still has future ace potential. Plus, the guys dig into Andrew…

  34. What's Next for These Three Underperforming Hitters?

    · 1 h 05 min

    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…

  35. Combined No-Hitters, Tandem Starts & Tarps Off: Welcome to the AL West!

    · 59 min

    It’s all about teamwork on Rates & Barrels as Eno, Britt, and DVR break down a combined no-hitter in Houston after Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert, and Alimbert Santa teamed up to blank the Rangers. Then, the crew heads to…

  36. Starkville | Joey Votto Traveled the World and Arrived Back in Baseball

    · 1 h 16 min

    Joey Votto spent the years since his 2024 retirement surfing in Sri Lanka, watching cricket in Dubai, and learning to make sushi in Japan. Now he's back in North America and stopping by Starkville for a wide-ranging…

  37. Which Hitters Have Seen and Hit the Best Pitching?

    · 58 min

    It’s Fantasy Friday, and with trade season heating up, fantasy managers are getting antsy to make moves. Eno and DVR break down which hitters have faced the nastiest stuff so far this season — and which ones have still…

  38. The ABS Strike Zone is Crushing Some Pitchers, How Can They Adjust?

    · 59 min

    Little League homers are making a comeback — at least for now — as the numbers have spiked across MLB this season. Eno, Trevor, and DVR break down what’s driving the surge in inside-the-park home runs, which pitchers…

  39. It's a Hard Game, Barrels Keep Losing Value!

    · 1 h 00 min

    Baseball is hard — just ask Nationals top prospect Dylan Crews and Twins slugger Royce Lewis, two players trending in very different directions. Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss Crews’ promotion to the Nationals and Lewis’…

  40. Checking In on the Padres, Orioles & Guardians (w/ Zack Meisel)

    · 56 min

    The Padres and Guardians are surging, while the Orioles are still searching for answers. Eno, Britt, and DVR break down how San Diego has managed to stay atop the standings despite underperformance from a few key…

  41. Zack Wheeler is Back in Ace Mode

    · 1 h 02 min

    Another top prospect has arrived in Seattle, as 20-year-old Mariners shortstop Colt Emerson made his MLB debut Sunday. Eno and DVR also discuss how Zack Wheeler finally looks like his old self again after beginning the…

  42. Starkville | The Life, Times, and Ejections of Bobby Cox

    · 57 min

    One of baseball's most beloved managers is gone. Hall of Famer Bobby Cox passed away this week, and Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville celebrate his life with a guest who knew him well — Mark DeRosa, who played for Cox in…

  43. Starting Pitcher Rankings: Misiorowski & Schlittler to the Moon!

    · 1 h 04 min

    A fresh batch of starting pitcher rankings has arrived, and there’s plenty to debate. Who made the “Hype 7”? Is Gavin Williams making the leap to ace status? And where does José Soriano land in the mix? Eno and DVR…

  44. How Many Pitches Could the Best Pitcher Throw?

    · 1 h 02 min

    Have you ever compared baseball to microtones? Neither had we — until today. The guys dive into the music of Angine de Poitrine to explore just how many pitch types a pitcher could realistically master. Then, Eno,…

  45. Four Intriguing Players for a Round of Trade, Hold, or Extend

    · 55 min

    Would you trade, hold, or extend Nick Kurtz right now? CJ Abrams? Ben Rice? The answers might surprise you. Eno, Jed, and DVR break down all three in their favorite new game, "Trade, Hold, or Extend," then shift to…

  46. Four Teams We Haven't Discussed Enough

    · 1 h 05 min

    Eno, Britt, and DVR hit the quarter mark of the season with a look at the Blue Jays’ lack of power and speed, questions surrounding the rotation, and concerns about Louis Varland’s heavy workload in the closer role.…

  47. The Dodgers' IL Shuffle Continues & Buster Posey Makes Another Deal

    · 1 h 03 min

    Eno and DVR discuss the recent returns of pitchers Blake Snell and Carlos Rodón, breaking down how the two hard-throwing lefties looked on the mound this weekend. They also preview Mookie Betts’ return to the Dodgers’…

  48. Starkville | Baseball’s Most Unhittable Pitcher & Terry Francona

    · 54 min

    Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville explain why Mason Miller may be the most unhittable pitcher in MLB history before discussing the toughest pitcher Doug ever faced. Later, they’re joined by Terry Francona — Doug’s former…

  49. Weekend Waiver Preview: Robby Snelling Gets the Call!

    · 1 h 00 min

    Eno and DVR preview top prospect Robby Snelling’s highly anticipated big league debut and discuss expectations for the rookie left-hander. Later, they open the mailbag to answer questions about the closer market, Liam…

  50. Quantifying Deception & The Rays’ Fast Start

    · 1 h 02 min

    Eno, Trevor, and DVR unveil Trevor’s new deception model, digging into how it works, what it’s designed to measure, and the challenges of quantifying deception. They also break down the current leaders in deception…

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