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Brent Hershey
12:54
Rosario has run hot/cold in recent seasons. Which says to ride this one out, but other options could play a role. Marsh, though some PT questions with Maddon, is an OK sub in my opinion.
Jo Adell
12:56
Am I gonna get this hitting at the MLB level figured out?
Brent Hershey
12:56
Yes. The question is when. I wish you'd get the shot early in the year.
Brent Hershey
12:56
You all are great ... lightning round here ...
TheRoger
12:57
I am several years a BBHQ member and appreciate everyone's hard work.  Someone in my league has dropped Witt, Jr.  Do I really want to pick him up and struggle and potentially waste a roster spot or do you really think he will figure t out this season?
Brent Hershey
12:57
Your league context matters. Like J-Rod, a demotion is not out of the question.
J. Duran
12:58
Am I in the MN saves mix soon?
Brent Hershey
12:58
I'm hopeful that it's coming. My current pick for most saves in MIN by end of season.
Kris
12:59
Are the Dodgers unlocking something with Andrew Heaney? His first 2 starts are a thing of beauty and he apparently has a new pitch!
Brent Hershey
12:59
Seems that way, and it's pretty much on brand for LA.
Stephen
12:59
Do you feel like pitching is a lot deeper this year, or at least right now? I kind of want to overpay for a bat (with pitching), because I see so many useful arms right now. Thoughts?
Brent Hershey
12:59
Don't have a good feel yet; that first weekend was rough on pitching. Last week it evened out. Such a long way to go. But trust your gut
Alex
1:00
Hi Brent. Any insights into Winker's struggles?  The new ballpark or hints at deeper struggles?  Thanks as always!!
Brent Hershey
1:00
None really; just variance. He did take a hit in our projections moving to SEA, but that's too early to tell.
Mr. Smith
1:01
Brent! These chats always make my week better.

For the next 3 years, you can have 2 of these 3 3B. Moncada, Hayes, and Bohm. Who are you taking?

Bonus question: When will Bohm successfully hit himself out of Girardi's doghouse?
Brent Hershey
1:01
a) Moncada and Hayes
b) When Girardi realizes he has to put Bohm in a spot where he can succeed. About impossible right now given their roster construction.
JP
1:02
Thoughts on Michael Wacha, does he have a new pitch, need a replacement for Means in an AL only, worth a shot
Brent Hershey
1:02
Big Wacha fan this year; late-2021 improvements got overshadowed. Perfect replacement for Means in AL-only.
Jeff's Roommate
1:03
Quick dynasty question, Brent. Which player is the best dynasty "asset" over the next 5 years: Bellinger or Buxton?

Thanks!
Brent Hershey
1:03
I'd go Buxton.
Katman
1:04
Came out of the draft feeling great. My pitching staff is performing well, but my hitting is scary bad -- Rodgers, Votto, Pham, Varsho. Certainly too early to panic, but yeesh! Read piece on Rodgers this am, but am I ok with all these guys?
Brent Hershey
1:04
Yeah, too early to panic. Breathe. All of us who have rostered some of those names (and others) need to do the same. Not saying it's easy ...
Drew
1:04
🙏🙏🙏 thank you Brent! HQ always best in class!
Brent Hershey
1:04
Of course!
Scotty Walker
1:05
Happy Marathon Day, all!

Sox fan here. Triston Casas has had a great start to his AAA season. Does he have the potential to be in impact rookie after the "Super Two" period?

Thanks!
Brent Hershey
1:05
Potential? Yes, esp if Dalbec doesn't improve. But ... remember Witt, Julio Rod, et al ....
Isaac
1:06
BHQ-specific question. Any thoughts on how to go about incorporating Garrett Whitlock into the daily pitcher ratings? Would it be a good idea to just use Rich Hill’s win rating?
Brent Hershey
1:06
That's about as good an idea as any. Weekly moves leagues, at this point he's a must-start I think. Daily ... just trying to guess correctly, and Hill is the best idea I got.
RK
1:07
I need to clear a roster spot to activate Yordan Alvarez from the IL.  Is Matt Barnes and Anthony Santander too much to give up for a gimpy Sonny Gray?  Thanks!
Brent Hershey
1:07
Eh ... I guess if you have to. Could justify it by saying you're getting Gray+Yordan for Barnes+Santander. There, that feels better.
Brent Hershey
1:08
Super, all! Check out our offerings at the site while you're here; some great in-season tools we have cookin'! Enjoy the day and we'll see you next week!
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