Two More Prospect Promotions & Name That Player! (5/12 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)
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The Fantasy Baseball Today podcast for May 12, 2026, dives into the latest prospect promotions, with the Mets calling up 21-year-old outfielder AJ Ewing and the Athletics set to promote 22-year-old Henry Bolte. Scott White and Chris Towers analyze both players, favoring Ewing for his superior hit tool, on-base skills, and clearer path to playing time, while Bolte is seen as a high-ceiling but uncertain fit due to a crowded Athletics outfield. The hosts also discuss struggling hitters, including George Springer, Bo Bichette, and Salvador Perez, with mixed sentiments on whether to buy low. Pitching updates cover Ryan Weathers’ strong start and potential role shift, Roki Sasaki’s evolving pitch mix, and evaluations of waiver-wire pitchers like Joey Cantillo and Peter Lambert. The episode concludes with a Name That Player game, where Chris triumphs by correctly identifying George Springer, Bo Bichette, and Salvador Perez. Final thoughts include redraft strategy adjustments and team name suggestions.
AJ Ewing is a top-tier prospect for five-outfielder and points leagues due to elite on-base skills, speed, and a strong hit tool.
Henry Bolte has shown elite power-speed potential but faces a crowded Athletics outfield, making his playing time uncertain.
George Springer’s struggles are likely due to lingering injury, but his underlying metrics suggest he could rebound with health.
Bo Bichette’s poor start is tied to poor batted-ball distribution, not skill decline, making him a viable buy-low candidate.
Salvador Perez’s sharp decline in contact quality and age-related factors raise concerns about his long-term fantasy viability.
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Prospect Promotions: Ewing & Bolte
“AJ Ewing has more punch in his bat than either Xavier Edwards or Chandler Simpson. He should be pretty productive just as he is.”
Player of the Night: Ryan Weathers & Roki Sasaki
“I think we're seeing Roki Sasaki start to tinker and start to maybe figure something out. I think the last three starts are the most encouraged I've ever been.”
Team News & Injury Updates
The hosts discuss roster moves, injuries, and managerial decisions, including the Giants’ confusing front office moves and Bryce Eldridge’s lack of playing time.
Waiver Wire Pitchers & Hitters
Analysis of recent waiver-wire performers like Joey Cantillo, Peter Lambert, and Trevor McDonald, with mixed views on their long-term fantasy value.
Most Dropped Players & Buy-Low Candidates
The hosts review the most dropped players on CBS, discussing whether to hold onto struggling hitters like Kerry Carpenter, Cam Smith, and Royce Lewis.
“I think we're seeing Roki Sasaki start to tinker and start to maybe figure something out. I think the last three starts are the most encouraged I've ever been.”
“AJ Ewing has more punch in his bat than either Xavier Edwards or Chandler Simpson. He should be pretty productive just as he is.”
“I would more confidently buy low on Boba Shett right now than I would George Springer.”
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Scott White
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AJ Ewing
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Henry Bolte
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Ryan Weathers
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Roki Sasaki
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CBS Sports
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George Springer
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Bo Bichette
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