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Justin Mason
10:00
Chat will begin when I have questions. In the meantime, please follow me on all my social media’s (twitter, tiktok, facebook, youtube, bluesky, and instagram) at JustinMasonFWFB! I am doing regular podcasts on the FWFB podcast as well as three episodes a week for the Sleeper and the Bust so definitely make sure you are subscribed there as well!
numero dos
10:04
Whats your thoughts on Kristian Campbell this year? Is he good enough to make a large impact?
Justin Mason
10:05
It is really hard to think that he will make an impact this year, but I do think he will be making an impact in 2026. He is still pretty raw, but he projects well and has a lot of natural talent
Guest
10:05
Any chance Jax takes over as Closer for the Twins this year?
Justin Mason
10:05
Probably not unless something happens to Duran
Jack
10:06
Sooooooooo, looks like the orioles aren’t getting an ace? I really thought they would snag Manaea. I really don’t see a Flaherty reunion… I’ll believe a Castillo trade when I see it. I’ve heard about a cease trade, but it appears both the trade route(crochet) and the free agent route is too expensive for them.
Justin Mason
10:07
Yeah, this is pretty disappointing. Really thought they would be a player for a number of these free agent pitchers. I could see Pivetta ending up there, but that isn't what people thought they would get. Burnes is still unsigned and while he has been rumored to be going other places, I still think they are in the race there
Mochi
10:08
What does going to Boston do for Buehler's ADP and your opinion on the move?
Justin Mason
10:10
Kind of love it for both sides. Buehler gets a chance to reestablish his long term value and work with Andrew Bailey who is my favorite pitching coach in the Majors. Boston gets a lot of upside without a ton of downside on a one-year deal. I think the ADP shoots up 30 picks or so but is still a worthy gamble
Sean L
10:10
If you were up to pick in a 5x5 and Crews, Jasson and Matt Shaw were both there, who would you take in redraft and is it a different answer if it was dynasty?
Justin Mason
10:11
Give me Jasson Dominguez in a redraft. I just think he gets the most PAs. I will take Crews in Dynasty because I think the upside is the greatest.
Ryan
10:11
Thoughts on Adames this year? Does the move from MIL to SF drastically affect his power?
Justin Mason
10:13
I like Adames, but the move to SF definitely hurts his value. The team is worse. The park is worse. That being said, I expect his ADP may still be a decent gamble because the crowd tends to overrate these things too much.
COMISH4LIF
10:14
What's up - happy Monday. The Nationals non-tendered Kyle Finnegan, traded Robert Garcia (for Nate Lowe which was a good deal), Tanner Rainey is in Pittsburgh, Jacob Barnes and Matt Barnes are free agents.

Is it me, or do they not have a plan? If the plan was volume, wouldn't they be out there signing Yates, Chris Martin, Beeks, Farmer, Floro?
Justin Mason
10:14
It definitely could be you closing for the Nationals lol
10:15
but seriously, I assume they will make some additions to the bullpen over the next month. This is looking like a team that wants to start competing so they will need to strengthen their pen. Yates could be an interesting signing. Could also see them going for a number of lower tier guys and just try and spread the saves and holds around
COMISH4LIF
10:16
When is my fantasy baseball window opening?
12 team, NL only. On the farm, I have Dylan Crews, Deyvison de los Santos, Yanquiel Fernandez, Gino Groover, Owen Caissie, James, Triantos, and Thomas Sagghese.
Justin Mason
10:16
2027
Balthazar
10:16
Which of the top remaining FAs are you hoping the Giants sign?
Justin Mason
10:17
It has to be Burnes. A rotation of Burnes, Webb, Hicks, Ray would be pretty fantastic.
Lord Thunder
10:17
Is the sheen off SP Bobby Miller, or does he get a mulligan for 2024?
Justin Mason
10:18
I don't think you can completely disregard 2024 especially because the Dodgers are loaded in the rotation and there is no guarantee that he will have a spot in it especially if they land Sasaki. That being said, I think this is a nice buy low opportunity.
Balthazar
10:18
Can Ceddanne Rafaela boost it next year, even with a terrible OBP?
Justin Mason
10:19
I think his approach is always going to be an issue, but his defense will give him a ton of chances. I honestly think he needs more time in the minors to refine the approach, but the Red Sox will likely give him a shot out of camp
Balthazar
10:19
Where do you fall on the QS vs. W debate?
Justin Mason
10:19
Neither are perfect. Personally, I like wins, but I am willing to play in either
Jack
10:20
Considering Christian walker would have fit perfectly on the Yankees and signed a reasonable contract, is it hard not to have them as the favorites for Vlad since they went the 1 year stopgap route with Goldy? I think they might get Vlad and Tucker..
Justin Mason
10:21
Sounds like there is a reasonable chance that Vladdy signs a long term deal in Toronto, but if he doesn't, I would expect the Yankees to be big players for him in 2026. I definitely think Tucker will be their top priority in 2026 after missing on Soto though
Balthazar
10:21
Play any keeper leagues? Trade chatter in the offseason helps pass the time ...
Justin Mason
10:21
I play in a couple of dynasty leagues and one really complex deep keeper. I really love them as was of helping me prep and just to pass that time in the offseason
Kevin
10:22
I know the Sacramento ballpark is more a pitchers park than others in the PCL. But do you know how it compares to the Oakland Coliseum? (I’d guess it’s better than Oakland for hitters because of the warm, dry climate.)
Justin Mason
10:23
I am kind of waiting to see what people like Todd Zola and Derek Carty have to say on the park factors there, but the climate is much drier and it is a smaller park. It doesn't play as offensively as most PCL parks, but this will be a big change for the offensive players as well as pitchers.
COMISH4LIF
10:24
With the #2 pick in the Minor League portion of our Draft, who from the 2024 draft class (NL only) should I be scouting/reading up on?
Justin Mason
10:25
Sasaki will likely be the first pick there if eligible. For me I would look at Chase Burns, Charlie Condon, and JJ Wetherholt as options at pick 2
Lord Thunder
10:25
Will Michael Conforto top his 2024 production in 2025?
Justin Mason
10:26
I think it all depends on health for Conforto. This is a great opportunity for him in LA so if he can stay on the field, I expect a pretty good year for him.
SP gambles
10:27
20 team league.   30 man rosters/24 keepers. Jared Jones to head my rotation.  Painter and Jobe waiting in wings.  But next guys are like Ed Cabrera, Bobby Miller, Festa.   Are these guys worth taking a shot on when the cost is cutting guys like alacantara and Cassie?  I feel pretty set with young hitting talent.
Justin Mason
10:28
I am taking Alcantara over all those guys.
I would probably go Miller over Cassie though
Martin
10:28
No questions here! Just a Happy Holidays to you, Danielle, and the whole family!
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