Brown and Green anchor the 2026 fantasy rotation, with Sanchez and Woo providing solid depth. Caminero and Roman Anthony headline a wave of breakout bats, while Langeliers offers catcher value. The episode leans into durability and strikeout upside, mapping keeper and dynasty value for a loaded rookie class.

Connelly Early's MLB debut was historic: 11 strikeouts in five innings, tying a Red Sox/MLB first-start record and signaling a breakout for Boston's rotation. Emmet Sheehan followed with a slider-heavy, seven-inning gem against Colorado, fueling optimism for Dodgers' rookie upside. Will Warren and Joey Cantillo emerged as appealing two-start streams, while Ranger Suárez and Dalton Varsho offered safer, deeper-week relevance. The chat also touched on Parker Meadows, Sal Stewart and other veterans driving waiver-wire decisions.

Ripken's 2,131-game streak is a study in iron will and volume, from rookie of the year to MVP and World Series champion in short order. He logged innings, rarely rested, and the early- to mid-90s spotlight framed his run against Gehrig's record. The Sept. 6, 1995 lap and a father-daughter moment on kindergarten day humanize a legendary era for the Orioles and fantasy managers alike who chase durability and steady plate appearances.

Late playoff adds to chase: Ian Seymour offers a hopeful two-start window for Tampa Bay with Cleveland and a favorable next run, while Jose Soriano carries upside with strikeouts but ERA/WHIP risk barring a soft matchup. Romy Gonzalez and Trent Grisham provide multi-position depth and power, with Roman Anthony looming as a top Red Sox bat who could reshape ROY-like upside. Jeff McNeil and Jared Triolo anchor steady production and speed, and Shane Baz shows signs of rebound as a viable streamer.