Ep. 36 : Spring Training Performances

Ep. 36 : Spring Training Performances

Author: Mike Couillard March 21, 2024 Duration: 1:01:36
In our 36th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Blake Snell joining the Giants and Matt McLain's injury woes. Then we dive into Spring Training stats to find standout performances that have altered our fantasy outlooks for some players.

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Upcoming baseball card releases:
  • 3/22: 2023 Topps Dynasty
  • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
  • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
  • 3/27: 2023 Topps Transcendent
  • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
  • 5/8: Bowman
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Players discussed for their Spring Training performances:
  • Shane Bieber
  • Kyle Freeland
  • Chase DeLauter
  • Daulton Varsho
  • Wyatt Langford
  • Oneil Cruz
  • James Wood
  • Jesse Winker

Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer have a shared obsession that branches in two fascinating directions: the strategic depths of fantasy baseball and the nostalgic, tangible world of MLB card collecting. Their Cards & Categories podcast sits right at that unique intersection, creating a space where lineup decisions and auction values are debated with the same passion as rookie card prospecting and vintage set completion. It’s a conversation built for those who find equal joy in analyzing a player’s on-base percentage and the crisp corner of a mint-condition insert. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a local card shop or diving into a lively fantasy league chat, blending statistical deep dives with personal stories from the hobby. You’ll hear them break down weekly player performances for fantasy relevance while also discussing the cultural and financial currents within the sports card market. This isn’t just another baseball podcast; it’s a dedicated look at how our fandom manifests, both in digital leagues and in physical collections, all through the informed and often humorous perspective of two genuine enthusiasts. Tune in for a regular dose of actionable advice, collecting trends, and the simple pleasure of talking about the game from these two distinct, yet beautifully connected, angles.
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