Dbacks Promote Ryan Waldschmidt & Big Pitcher Returns! (5/11 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)

The Fantasy Baseball Today podcast for May 11, 2026, kicks off with major roster moves, spotlighting the Arizona Diamondbacks' promotion of Ryan Waldschmidt and the Yankees' call-up of Spencer Jones, both of whom generated strong fantasy interest. Scott White and Chris Towers express strong enthusiasm for Waldschmidt, citing his elite on-base skills, power, speed, and job security due to the DFA of Alec Thomas. They contrast this with Jones, who, while promising, lacks the same ceiling and roster depth. The episode dives into returns from injured pitchers, including Spencer Strider, Blake Snell, Carlos Rodon, and Nick Lodolo, with mixed but cautiously optimistic takes—especially on Strider’s encouraging return to form and Rodon’s velocity resurgence. The hosts debate whether to start Snell after a rough debut, ultimately leaning toward playing him due to his talent and favorable matchup. Waiver wire highlights include Travis Bazzana’s breakout, Bryce Eldridge’s first home run, and strong performances from new call-ups like Robbie Snelling and Ernie Clement. Pitcher rankings favor Logan Henderson, Andrew Abbott, and Foster Griffin, with a warning about overvaluing short-term hot streaks. The hosts also assess bullpen situations, with Ryan Zephyr emerging as the Angels’ closer and Pierce Johnson gaining deep-league interest in Cincinnati. Final thoughts emphasize patience with volatile pitchers like Gavin Williams and Jesus Lizardo, while advocating for rostering proven performers like Ryan Nelson and Mike Burroughs despite their flaws.