This week’s fantasy baseball podcast highlights essential waiver wire adds, focusing on emerging talents and promising players. Shane Baz of the Tampa Bay Rays has shown explosive potential, striking out ten batters in his last start with an impressive WHIP. Jordan Hicks, transitioning back to a starter role, is another name to watch as he performed well in his season debut. Chris Bubich’s return from injury has been noted, along with his significant strikeout upside. The episode also discusses hitters like Lars Nootbaar, who is off to a hot start, and Jordan Walker, showing signs of a breakout season. Other names like Mikel Garcia and Jake Mangum are also included as potential adds, depending on league depth and needs.

As the baseball season approaches, predictions for the 2025 MLB season are in full swing. Key highlights include the Texas Rangers predicted to win the AL West with an impressive 96 wins, showcasing a deep roster that includes stars like Corey Seager and Adolis García. The Houston Astros, while weaker than in past seasons, are projected for a respectable 88 wins. In the AL Central, the Kansas City Royals are favored to win with 90 wins. The AL East is packed, with the New York Yankees, Baltimore Orioles, and Toronto Blue Jays expected to feature prominently in playoff contention.

The National League predictions see the Atlanta Braves bouncing back to win the NL East, backed by a strong rotation and a potentially rejuvenated lineup. The Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets are also expected to make the playoffs. The Cubs are favored to take the NL Central with an 88-win season. The Los Angeles Dodgers remain the team to beat, predicted to secure 102 wins as they lead the charge in the NL West.

Spring training has seen an excellent performance from Brandon Nimmo, who delivered a towering home run to tie the game at six runs. This marks a successful end to the spring season for Nimmo, showcasing his power and potential heading into the regular season. The Yankees, with Marcus needing to eat innings, are also relying on solid contributions from their roster, including a crucial infield hit by Singer that put the Mets ahead 3-2. Overall, the spring has highlighted key players as teams prepare for the upcoming season.

This episode of Locked on Fantasy Baseball dives into the podcast's hosts' top players to target for upcoming drafts, emphasizing critical insights for fantasy enthusiasts. Highlights include Vinnie Pasquantino's breakout potential bolstered by impressive stats from the previous season, and the suggestion to secure him early due to his favorable ADP. The podcast also covers Spencer Schwellenbach's rising status as a starting pitcher and discusses his solid spring performance. Furthermore, Shane McClanahan is spotlighted as a must-draft due to his excellent strikeout potential and value. Finally, notable hitters like Teoscar Hernández and Josh Jung are mentioned for their ability to contribute significantly to fantasy teams.