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Breakfast with the Beats

Chris Torres, Mike Carter, Dave Funnell

Discussion with local beat reporters with a fantasy baseball twist

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01:02:44

BWB 003 - Rocky Roads Ahead

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2026/04/26

Welcome to Breakfast With The Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss:One month into the season, what's one statistic that they both can't believe is true? Beat Writer Round Up: What if Shohei Ohtani can put it all together this season? Is what Randy Vasquez is doing here legitimate? Did Shane McClanahan really use fishing to get himself healthy? Help! Dave can't believe that he actually likes Antonio Senzatela and Chase Dollander. Mike needs help figuring out what

01:01:34

BWB 002 - Baseball players are humans, too

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2026/04/19

BWB 002 - Baseball players are humans, too Welcome to Breakfast with the Beats with Mike Carter and Dave Funnell. On today's episode, Mike and Dave go over their best free agent pickups of the week: Dave - Jeremiah Jackson Mike - Max Muncy Beat writer round-up: Does Yankees manager Aaron Boone view Ben Rice as a platoon player? 'Hell no'https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7196965/2026/04/15/ben-rice-yankees-platoon-aaron-boone/ by Chris Kirschner Once a far-away dream, the

00:55:35

BWB 001 - Breakfast with the Beats

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2026/04/12

BWB 001 - Breakfast with the BetsBreakfast with the Beats Welcome to the brand new, rebranded podcast, Breakfast with the Beats. In today's premiere episode, Mike Carter and Dave Funnell discuss the following: Who they are and what they've been up to. Where's Chris? Beat Writer Round-up: Is the Jordan Walker breakout happening? Are the Astros doomed because of these injuries? Help! Dave wants to know about Sam Antonacci Chris needs to decide if he should keep or drop Shane

00:58:15

FBB 037 - The Brew Crew with Curt Hogg

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2025/09/27

The Fantasy Baseball BeatFBB 037 - The Brew Crew with Curt HoggWelcome to the Fantasy Baseball Beat. The gang discusses:Their wishes for the final weekend of the seasonTheir votes for the AL MVP race between Cal Raleigh and Aaron JudgeThe Brewers' bullpen in 2026Christian Yelich and his ADP.Before Curt Hogg joins the show to discuss:Logan Henderson and Jacob Misiorowski for this season and beyondBullpen decisions to be madePocket Pancakes with Pat MurphyThe rise of Jesus Made and Luis PenaThe fall

00:54:19

FBB 036 - The Roman Empire, with Chris Cotillo of...

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2025/09/20

The Fantasy Baseball BeatFBB 036 - The Roman Empire, with Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball Beat!In this episode, the gang discusses their fantasy leagues as we finish off the season:How is Mike doing in his leagues?Who the heck did Dave just add in his home league?What mistake did Chris make in a pivotal moment?Then, the guys discuss some of their favorite players for the Red Sox in 2026. Players discussed:Ceddanne Rafaela: Is he worth drafting?Roman Anthony: How good

01:01:17

FBB 035 - The Rise of Konnor Griffin w/Pirates Beat...

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2025/09/13

The Fantasy Baseball BeatThe Rise of Konnor Griffin w/Pirates Beat Writer Noah Hiles Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball Beat!In today's episode, Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins us to discuss all things Pittsburgh Pirates. Players discussed:Oneil CruzKonnor GriffinBubba ChandlerBraxton AshcraftPaul SkenesDennis Santanaand many more!Then, Mike and Dave join Chris to discuss their favorite Pirates players heading into the 2026 season and speculate on where Oneil Cruz will and should land

00:54:29

FBB 034 - Cleveland Rocks - with Henry Palattella...

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2025/09/06

The Fantasy Baseball BeatCleveland Rocks - with Henry Palattella from MLB.com Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatOn this episode, the guys are back together, and they welcome Henry Palattella from MLB.com to talk Cleveland Guardians baseball. Topics discussed:How good can the rotation be with the likes of Gavin Williams, Tanner Bibbee, Slade Cecconi, Parker Messick, Logan Allen, and Joey Cantillo?Can John Means crack this rotation?Is Lane Thomas an everyday player once he returns?Are Travis Bazzana

00:58:19

FBB 033 - Is it Safe to Drop These Players?

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2025/08/30

The Fantasy Baseball BeatIs it Safe to Drop These Players? The Fantasy Baseball BeatIs it Safe to Drop These Players? Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatIn today's episode, the guys go over their fantasy MVP and Cy Young candidates....players who have been helpful all season. Players discussed:Cal RaleighJeff HoffmanRiley GreeneGarret CrochetThen the guys look at underperforming players and figure out if they could or should be drooped down the stretch for a hot hand. With fantasy playoffs around

00:54:09

FBB 032 - Surviving Spencer Strider with Stephen Tolbert

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2025/08/23

The Fantasy Baseball BeatSurviving Spencer Strider with Stephen Tolbert Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatIn today's episode, we welcome Stephen Tolbert to the show to discuss all things Atlanta Braves. Topics discussed:Stephen's work at the Hammer Territory and SB NationMichael Harris II and his roller coaster of a seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Spencer Strider and his disastrous seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Hurston Waldrep and his resurgenceJoey Wentz and his comebackThe Braves and their ability to

00:40:32

FBB 031 - The Citi FIeld Storyteller Laura Albanese

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2025/08/16

The Fantasy Baseball BeatThe Citi FIeld Storyteller Laura AlbaneseWelcome to the Fantasy Baseball BeatLaura Albanese from Newsday joins the show to discuss all things New York Mets. Topics discussed:The vibe in the clubhouse throughout this tailspinFrancisco Lindor's strugglesThe Trade Deadline and players that were and were not movedTylor Megill's role when he returnsPete Alonso's past, present, and futureJuan Soto's first season as a MetNolan McClean's futureWhat it's like to be a female reporter

01:01:25

FBB 030 - Injury Talk with Dave McDonald

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2025/08/09

The Fantasy Baseball BeatInjury Talk with Dave McDonald Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball Beat!In today's episode, the gang is back together, and this week they're joined by Dave McDonald.First, everyone discusses their best moments of the week and brings about updates on their seasons.Then, the group discusses Bo Bichette's success and why we should have been in on him entering the year.We go over lessons learned that we can use heading into next season.After that, the guys rank groups of players for

01:15:07

FBB 029 - Trade Deadline Speculation

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2025/08/02

The Fantasy Baseball BeatTrade Deadline SpeculationWelcome to the Fantasy Baseball BeatToday, Mike and Dave discuss their thoughts on the wildest trade deadline in years. First, they look at the biggest names that were not dealt. Players discussed: Zac Gallen, Dylan Cease, Raisel Iglesias, Joe Ryan, Luis Robert Jr..Dave goes through the teams that he thinks did the best job trading at the deadline. Teams addressed:Baltimore OriolesSan Diego PadresHouston AstrosArizona DiamondbacksSeattle MarinersLos

00:36:01

FBB 028 - D'Backs Deadline Discussion with Jack...

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2025/07/26

The Fantasy Baseball BeatDown in the Desert with Jack Sommers Welcome to the Fantasy Baseball Beat! In this week's episode, we talk to Jack Sommers, who is a Diamondbacks beat writer at Arizona Diamondbacks On SI and the co-host of the Snakes Territory Podcast. The guys discuss the following topics:Who could and should be traded before the upcoming trade deadline? Players discussed:Josh NaylorEugenio SuárezZac GallenShelby MillerWho would benefit from additional playing time if these trades were to

01:01:59

FBB 027 - Drafting for the Second Half

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2025/07/19

Drafting for the Second Half Welcome to the Fantasy Baseball Beat!In today's episode, all three guys are here to discuss the following topics:Mike examines bullpen situations that could change with the trade deadline. Players discussed:Emmanuel Clase, Mason Miller, Félix Bautista, Raisel Iglesias, Kenley Jansen, Cade Smith, Jack Perkins, Andrew Kittredge, Dylan Lee, and Enyel De los Santos, Reid DetmersDave looks at different players who should and should not be stashed. Players discussed:Ryan

01:08:01

FBB 026 - Fantasy All-Stars and White Sox Talk with...

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2025/07/12

The Fantasy Baseball BeatFantasy All-Stars and White Sox Talk with Scott Merkin of MLB.comWelcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatIn today's episode, Mike interviews Scott Merkin of mlb.com and asks him about:2025 impressionsMiguel Vargas' improvementsShane Smith's upsideTrade Deadline possibilities (Luis Robert Jr., Aaron Civale, Adrian Houser)Prospect potential (Chase Meidroth, Colson Montgomery, Kyle Teel, Grant Taylor)Minor League musingsFree agent falloutThen, Chris and Dave join the show to

00:54:13

FBB 025 - Trade Deadline Targets

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2025/07/05

The Fantasy Baseball BeatTrade Deadline Targets Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatMike and Dave are here to discuss all things fantasy-related.Both guys go over a difficult decision that they have had to make in their leaguesShould Dave upgrade at the first base position?Should Mike give up on two struggling pitchers?Then they discuss two beat writer articlesHow are the Astros weathering the storm amid their injuries?What's the latest with Shane McClanahan? When will Drew Rasmussen be shut

00:55:12

FBB 024 - I want my Biscoff Cookie, with Jaylon Thompson

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2025/06/28

The Fantasy Baseball BeatI want my Biscoff Cookie, with Jaylon Thompson The guys are back with a brand new episode.This week, they're talking about the Kansas City Royals with reporter Jaylon Thompson from The Kansas City Star. Topics discussed:First impressions of Jac CaglinoneCole Ragans' injury updateKris Bubic and his rest-of-season outputMaikel Garcia and his All-Star-like performanceMichael Massey and his role with the teamStandouts in their minor league systemWhich players impress himFunny

01:06:45

FBB 023 - Davey Downer

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2025/06/21

The Fantasy Baseball BeatDavey Downer The gang is back with an all-new episode.First, the guys talk about their best free agent pickups over the past week. Find out what Mike has been up to as well as who Dave laid the hammer down upon.Then, the guys examine two beat writer articles, examining the youth in Washington, specifically Brady House, and the positives coming out of Boston with the recent trading away of Rafael Devers.After that, three of them examine hot hitters and pitchers and see if

01:07:30

FBB 022 - Buy Low and Sell High

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2025/06/14

The Fantasy Baseball BeatBuy Low and Sell High The guys are back with a brand new episode, and this show is loaded.It's performance evaluation time, as Chris and Dave open the books on numbers, listeners, content, and more. Will Mike survive?The Beat Writer Roundup features three articles:Is what Jeff McNeil is doing for real?How has Evan Carter grown on and off the field?Have the White Sox had their prayers answered with their biggest fan?Players to Buy Low and Sell High on:Jacob WilsonCal

00:59:22

FBB 021 - Tigertown Talk with Jason Beck

Breakfast with the Beats ·

2025/06/07

The Fantasy Baseball BeatTigertown Talk with Jason Beck Jason Beck joins The Fantasy Baseball Beat to discuss all things Detroit Tigers. Topics and players discussed:How good has Tarik Skubal been this year, and what's significant about the precautions being made regarding his health?Is Sawyer Gipson-Long an option in the rotation for the short term, or are there long-term possibilities here?How big of an impact will Reese Olson and prospect Troy Melton have for the Tigers?How will the playing time

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