TWF 146 - Hey Baty! w/ Josh Shaw

In this episode of Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball, host Jon Kuhn welcomes guest Josh Shaw to discuss his latest 'Patience or Panic' article, which dives deep into the struggles of three high-profile players: Rafael Devers, Jaron Duran, and Brett Baty. Shaw argues that while Devers and Duran are experiencing severe statistical downturns—marked by plummeting walk rates, poor contact quality, and declining exit velocities—their issues may stem from mental, mechanical, and team-wide factors beyond simple regression. Devers, now in San Francisco, is struggling with pitch recognition, especially against breaking balls, while Duran’s inability to hit fastballs suggests a mechanical breakdown. Both players, Shaw notes, are playing in dysfunctional environments with inexperienced coaching staffs and stagnant lineups. In contrast, Brett Baty—once a fringe fantasy asset—has shown signs of a comeback after a brutal start, including a three-run homer and increased patience at the plate. Shaw advocates for patience with Baty, citing his return to a disciplined approach and his ability to thrive in a role that doesn’t demand superstar production. The episode also covers injury updates, player performances, and a strong streamer lineup featuring Jack Kachanowicz, Connor Prelip, Carmen Majinski, and Peter Lambert—highlighting their low ownership and favorable matchups as ideal late-round pickups.