The Cycle: Buy Low and Sell High Targets + Waiver Wire Deep Dive (Ep. 982)
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This fantasy baseball podcast episode covers various aspects of player evaluation and trading strategies. The hosts discuss buy-low candidates, focusing on Christian Walker, whose slow start shouldn't overshadow his considerable potential. They analyze Gunner Henderson's surprisingly low stats, highlighting his high exit velocity as a positive indicator for future performance. The discussion then shifts to sell-high candidates, including Michael Bush and Kevin Gossman, emphasizing the importance of considering potential regression. Trade value comparisons are made with other players to help listeners make informed decisions. Finally, the podcast delves into waiver wire and deep league targets, recommending players like Chase Mydraff for batting average and Jake Mangum for stolen bases. Several other deep league options are also mentioned. The episode incorporates advanced metrics like exit velocity and WHIP to provide a data-driven approach to fantasy baseball management.
Outlines
Fantasy Baseball Player Analysis: Buy-Low, Sell-High & Waiver Wire
This segment analyzes buy-low candidates (Christian Walker, Gunner Henderson) and sell-high candidates (Michael Bush, Kevin Gossman), considering their current performance, potential, and trade values. Advanced metrics and potential future performance are discussed.
Waiver Wire and Deep League Strategies
This section focuses on waiver wire additions and deep league targets, recommending players like Chase Mydraff and Jake Mangum based on their strengths (batting average and stolen bases respectively). Several other deep league options are also discussed.
Keywords
Buy-low strategy
A fantasy baseball strategy of acquiring undervalued players who are underperforming early in the season but have high potential for future success.
Sell-high strategy
A fantasy baseball strategy of trading players who are currently performing well, capitalizing on their peak value before potential regression.
Exit Velocity
In baseball, exit velocity measures the speed of a batted ball immediately after it leaves the bat. A higher exit velocity generally indicates greater power potential.
Statcast
MLB's advanced tracking system providing detailed data on batted balls, used for player evaluation in fantasy baseball.
WHIP (Walks + Hits per Inning Pitched)
A baseball statistic measuring a pitcher's efficiency by combining walks and hits allowed per inning.
Fantasy Baseball
A game where participants draft and manage virtual baseball teams, competing based on player statistics.
Waiver Wire
In fantasy baseball, the waiver wire is a system for acquiring free agents.
Christian Walker
First baseman for the Arizona Diamondbacks, discussed as a buy-low candidate.
Gunner Henderson
Infielder for the Baltimore Orioles, discussed as a buy-low candidate.
Q&A
Is Christian Walker a buy-low or sell-high candidate?
He's a buy-low candidate due to his strong potential despite a slow start.
What are some key factors to consider when deciding whether to trade Gunner Henderson?
Consider his high exit velocity and hard-hit rate, despite a low batting average. His potential for a 40-20 season remains high.
Who are some valuable waiver wire additions for batting average and stolen bases?
Chase Mydraff offers a consistent batting average, while Jake Mangum provides significant stolen base potential.
What are some considerations for pitchers in Coors Field?
Pitchers relying on movement pitches struggle in Coors Field, while those with high velocity fastballs may fare better.
Show Notes
Join Ryan Wormeli (@RyanWarmly) and Mike Maher (@mikeMaher) for Part Two of this week’s edition of The Cycle!
In this episode, Worm and Maher highlight their favorite buy low and sell high targets before going through the best pick-ups that you can make off the waiver wire this weekend!
Timestamps: May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
Buy Lows - 0:00:14
Christian Walker - 0:00:20
Gunnar Henderson - 0:03:18
Sell High - 0:10:14
Michael Busch - 0:10:18
Kevin Gausman - 0:13:49
FantasyPros Lineup Assistant - 0:18:10
Waiver Wire - 0:18:31
Chase Meidroth - 0:18:37
Jake Mangum - 0:20:48
Jose Quintana - 0:23:40
Chase Dollander - 0:25:30
Deep League Targets - 0:31:22
Outro - 0:32:32
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