OTW 237 - Early Pitching Projections

On The Wire Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down a busy week of Winter Meetings news before diving deep into early pitching projections. The guys cover major free-agent signings, closer movement, trades, waiver claims, and roster fallout across the league, then turn their attention to Steamer and PLV pitching projections. From innings and role uncertainty to injury risk, saves volatility, and early draft market inefficiencies, this episode is a must-listen for fantasy managers preparing for early drafts and draft-and-hold leagues. Intro & Winter Meetings Fallout Kyle Schwarber Re-Signs with Phillies Pete Alonso to Baltimore: Lineup Impact Mike Yastrzemski Signs with Atlanta Edwin Díaz to Dodgers & Saves Outlook Tigers Bullpen: Finnegan vs. Will Vest Pirates Add Gregory Soto Pitcher Signings: Steven Matz & Mike Soroka Padres Bullpen Clarity: Mason Miller Waivers: Marco Luciano to Pirates Yariel Rodríguez DFA & Landing Spots Red Sox Trades: Oviedo & Vaughn Grissom Nationals–Mariners Trade: Ferrer & Henry Ford Transition to Pitching Projections ADP vs Projections: Early Market Biases Hunter Brown & Projection Skepticism José Berríos Role & Innings Discrepancy Injured Starters: Bradish & Wheeler Saves Projections Are a Mess (Again) Evaluating Closers Beyond Saves Final Thoughts & Draft Strategy Takeaways Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCAST Proud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.