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OTW 241 - We Have The Power Preview; Drafting HR and RBI
Saturday, 31 January, 2026
On The Wire - Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting kick off their 2026 fantasy baseball category previews by breaking down power (HR & RBI) and why it has quietly become harder to replace later in drafts. They discuss draft targets, late-round power bats, platoon plays, and roster construction strategies to hit modern home run benchmarks.0:00–8:30 — Episode Intro & Why Power Matters More in 2026Category-preview format explanationImpact of PitchCon and offseason prepWhy managers are falling behind in HR/RBIEstablishing modern power targets (24–25 HR per hitter)8:30–20:00 — Power vs Speed Tradeoffs in Early DraftsPlayers discussed:Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto, Cal Raleigh, Bobby Witt Jr., Jackson Chourio, Trea TurnerHow few true 35+ HR bats existWhy early speed-first picks create downstream power pressureCorner infield power vs middle-infield scarcity20:00–30:30 — Power Benchmarks & Draft MathTargeting ~350 HR and ~1,100 RBI in 15-team leaguesWhy “15 HR + speed” profiles create long-term problemsEmphasizing lineup quality over RBI projections30:30–44:00 — Corner Infield Power TargetsPlayers discussed:Nolan Arenado, Nolan Gorman, Paul Goldschmidt, Bryce Eldridge, Chase DeLauter, Josh Bell, Tristan CasasArenado vs Gorman risk profilesPlaying-time certainty vs batting average damageEldridge stash upside vs prospect riskJosh Bell as a boring but reliable power source44:00–57:00 — Middle Infield Power OptionsPlayers discussed:Jake Cronenworth, Anthony Volpe, José Caballero, Brooks LeeCronenworth as a “glue guy” with sneaky volume powerVolpe’s rebound potential and ADP windowMulti-position flexibility as power insuranceMinnesota infield playing-time outlook57:00–1:11:00 — Outfield Power TargetsPlayers discussed:Jesus Sanchez, Andrew Benintendi, Austin Hays, Cody ClemensSanchez as a platoon-friendly power bat in HoustonBenintendi’s power resurgence vs lineup qualityHays as a free-agent ADP value playClemens as a flexible, low-cost power streamer1:11:00–1:18:00 — Power Streamers & Rate-Based TargetsPlayers discussed:Jemai Jones, Dominic Canzone, Tyler O’Neill, Matt Wallner, Zach Dezenzo, Colby Thomas, Christopher Morel, Joey Wiemer, David SchneiderHR per 600 PA as a late-draft toolShort-side platoon exploitationStreaming power via matchups and schedules1:18:00–1:21:00 — Catchers & Utility-Only PowerPlayers discussed:Carson Kelly, Marcell Ozuna, Jonathan IndiaKelly as a streaming catcher with popOzuna’s ADP volatility if he signsIndia benefiting from KC fence changes and lineup role1:21:00–1:23:00 — Final Thoughts & Power Draft TakeawaysDon’t underestimate power scarcityLate-round power always carries risk — embrace flexibilityTrust your draft instincts and plan for in-season maintenance Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
