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The Fantasy Six Pack Hour

Fantasy Sports, Sports

Join Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper for year-round fantasy football and fantasy baseball advice that actually wins leagues.

We do the heavy lifting on the analytics, but we never forget that fantasy sports are supposed to be fun. Whether we’re debating early-round draft strategies, digging for waiver-wire sleepers, or arguing over weekly player rankings, we bring you the hard numbers you need alongside the sports debates you actually care about.

Plus, for the hardcore baseball managers, this feed is also home to our spinoff show, First Cup Fantasy Baseball. Consider it your daily scouting report, serving up the latest MLB stats, call-ups, and trends to go with your morning coffee all season long. Hit follow, lock in your rosters, and let's go win a championship.

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571
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Daily
Typical length
26 min
On air since
2019
Latest episode
5 days ago

Episodes

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  1. Week 8 Fantasy Stashes: Elijah Mitchell & Jerry Jeudy

    Show notes

    Beat your league mates to next week's top waiver claims! The crew identifies key look-ahead bench stashes and depth chart risers to add right now before weekly waivers run, featuring Elijah Mitchell, Malachi Fields, Jerry Jeudy, and Mason Taylor.

    0:00 - Look-Ahead Bench Stashes
    0:20 - Stash Option 1: Elijah Mitchell
    6:32 - Stash Option 2: Malachi Fields
    10:40 - Stash Option 3: Jerry Jeudy
    16:25 - Stash Option 4: Mason Taylor

    Get full access to our tools and rankings at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: Joe (@F6P_Joe), AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Corey (@copieps)

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    22 min
  2. Week 8 Fantasy Rankings: Ollie Gordon & Stefon Diggs

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    Joe Bond defends his biggest Week 8 ranking shifts and tier breaks against consensus. The crew debates major positional projections, start/sit calls, and value shifts for Ollie Gordon, Bhayshul Tuten, Stefon Diggs, Drake Maye, Caleb Williams, Brenton Strange, and Mike Gesicki.

    0:00 - Week 8 Rankings Debate Overview
    0:55 - RB Rankings: Lower on Ollie Gordon
    2:57 - RB Rankings: Higher on Bhayshul Tuten
    7:15 - WR Rankings: Lower on Stefon Diggs
    12:07 - QB Rankings: Lower on Drake Maye
    13:16 - QB Rankings: Higher on Caleb Williams
    15:55 - FanDuel Props: Caleb Williams Passing Lines
    19:01 - TE Rankings: Lower on Brenton Strange
    19:38 - TE Rankings: Higher on Mike Gesicki

    Get full access to Joe's complete weekly rankings at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: Joe (@F6P_Joe), AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Corey (@copieps)

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    25 min
  3. Week 8 Fantasy Football Streamers: Geno Smith & Jonah Coleman

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    Get your starting lineups locked in for Week 8 of the fantasy football season with top streaming options and weekly matchup targets! Joe Bond, Corey Pieper, and AJ Applegarth break down high-upside plays for Geno Smith, Jonah Coleman, Makai Lemon, Chig Okonkwo, and the Green Bay Packers Defense.

    0:00 - Week 8 Fantasy Football Streamers Intro
    1:30 - QB Streamer: Geno Smith
    8:48 - RB Streamer: Jonah Coleman
    14:00 - WR Streamer: Makai Lemon
    21:16 - TE Streamer: Chig Okonkwo
    26:22 - FanDuel Props: Chig Okonkwo Receiving Lines
    30:52 - DEF Streamer: Green Bay Packers

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    Hosts: Joe (@F6P_Joe), AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Corey (@copieps)

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    39 min
  4. Week 7 Fantasy Football Waiver Stashes: Samaje Perine & Caleb Douglas

    Show notes

    Get ahead of your league mates before next week's waiver wire runs! Corey Pieper and AJ Applegarth highlight key look-ahead stash candidates, depth chart risers, and contingency plays to add right now for free.

    0:00 - Ahead-of-the-Wire Stash Strategy
    1:28 - Stash Option 1: Samaje Perine
    3:36 - Stash Option 2: Caleb Douglas
    7:08 - Stash Option 3: Konata Mumpfield
    10:58 - Stash Option 4: Brandin Cooks

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    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Corey (@copieps)

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    18 min
  5. Week 7 Fantasy Football Streamers: Michael Penix Jr. & Tyrone Tracy

    Show notes

    Need an immediate starting lineup fix for Week 7? A.J. Applegarth and Corey Pieper break down high-upside positional streamers and matchup targets to plug into your roster. The crew covers key volume projections and player angles for Michael Penix Jr., Tyrone Tracy, Omar Cooper, Tyler Higbee, and the Cleveland Browns Defense.

    0:00 - Week 7 Streamers Intro
    1:26 - QB Streamer: Michael Penix Jr.
    7:47 - FanDuel Props: Michael Penix Jr. Passing Lines
    9:20 - RB Streamer: Tyrone Tracy
    15:10 - WR Streamer: Omar Cooper
    21:02 - TE Streamer: Tyler Higbee
    25:15 - DEF Streamer: Cleveland Browns

    Get full access to our draft cheat sheets, rankings, and weekly tools at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Corey (@copieps)

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    31 min
  6. Week 6 Waiver Stashes: Kimani Vidal & Jaleel McLaughlin

    Show notes

    Get ahead of your league mates before next week's waiver wire runs! Corey Pieper leads the look-ahead stash segment featuring high-upside bench targets, depth chart risers, and contingency plays to grab right now for free.

    0:00 - Ahead-of-the-Wire Stash Strategy
    0:18 - Stash Option 1: Kimani Vidal
    5:55 - Stash Option 2: Jaleel McLaughlin
    10:08 - Stash Option 3: Corey Kiner
    16:17 - Stash Option 4: Efton Chism III

    Get full access to our tools and rankings at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe (@F6P_Joe), Corey (@copieps)

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    23 min
  7. Week 6 Rankings Start-Sit: Trevor Lawrence, Worthy & Loveland

    Show notes

    Joe Bond defends his biggest Week 6 ranking shifts and tier breaks against the Expert Consensus Rankings (ECR). The crew debates major positional projections, value shifts, and ranking adjustments for Bhayshul Tuten, Emanuel Wilson, Jalen Coker, Xavier Worthy, Kirk Cousins, Trevor Lawrence, and Colston Loveland.

    0:00 - Week 6 Rankings Overview
    1:00 - RB Rankings: Bhayshul Tuten & Emanuel Wilson
    7:20 - WR Rankings: Xavier Worthy & Jalen Coker Debates
    8:55 - FanDuel Props: Jalen Coker Receiving Lines
    11:20 - QB Rankings: Kirk Cousins & Trevor Lawrence
    16:21 - TE Rankings: Colston Loveland Projection Breakdown

    Get full access to Joe's complete weekly rankings at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe (@F6P_Joe), Corey (@copieps)

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    21 min
  8. Week 6 Streamers: Aaron Rodgers, Keenan Allen & 49ers DST

    Show notes

    Need an immediate starting lineup fix for Week 6? Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down top high-upside positional streamers and waiver wire targets to plug into your starting roster. We cover ideal matchups and volume projections for Aaron Rodgers, Dameon Pierce, Keenan Allen, Brenton Strange, and the San Francisco 49ers Defense.

    0:00 - Week 6 Streamers Intro
    1:37 - QB Streamer: Aaron Rodgers
    8:09 - FanDuel Props: Aaron Rodgers Passing Lines
    11:39 - RB Streamer: Dameon Pierce
    16:55 - WR Streamer: Keenan Allen
    21:04 - TE Streamer: Brenton Strange
    27:04 - DEF Streamer: San Francisco 49ers

    Get full access to our draft cheat sheets, rankings, and weekly tools at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe (@F6P_Joe), Corey (@copieps)

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    31 min
  9. Week 5 Look-Ahead Waiver Stashes: Kimani Vidal & Early Bench Pickups

    Show notes

    Get ahead of your league mates before Tuesday's waiver wire runs! Corey Pieper leads the look-ahead stash segment featuring high-upside bench targets, depth chart risers, and contingency plays to grab right now for free.

    0:00 - Ahead-of-the-Wire Stash Strategy
    0:10 - Stash Option 1: Kimani Vidal
    3:27 - Stash Option 2: Dameon Pierce
    7:05 - Stash Option 3: Tre' Harris
    9:35 - Stash Option 4: Michael Mayer
    13:00 - FanDuel Props: Anytime TD Odds Debate

    Get full access to our tools and rankings at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe (@F6P_Joe), Corey (@copieps)

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    16 min
  10. Week 5 Fantasy Football Rankings: Start/Sit Debates on MHJ, DK Metcalf & Jayden Daniels

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    Joe Bond defends his biggest Week 5 ranking shifts and tier breaks against the Expert Consensus Rankings (ECR). The crew debates major start/sit decisions across every position, including Marvin Harrison Jr., DK Metcalf, Jayden Daniels, Trevor Lawrence, Dalton Kincaid, Will Shipley, and Kyle Monangai.

    0:00 - Week 5 Rankings Overview
    0:20 - RB Rankings: Will Shipley vs. Kyle Monangai
    8:05 - WR Rankings: Marvin Harrison Jr. vs. DK Metcalf
    11:35 - QB Rankings: Jayden Daniels vs. Trevor Lawrence
    16:52 - TE Rankings: Juwan Johnson vs. Dalton Kincaid

    Get full access to Joe's complete weekly rankings at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe (@F6P_Joe), Corey (@copieps)

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    26 min
  11. Week 5 Fantasy Football Streamers: Jacoby Brissett & T.J. Hockenson Matchup Targets

    Show notes

    Need an immediate starting lineup fix for Week 5? Joe Bond, A.J. Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down the top high-upside positional streamers and waiver wire targets to plug into your starting roster. We cover ideal matchups and volume projections for Jacoby Brissett, Keaton Mitchell, Dohnte Meyers, T.J. Hockenson, and the Las Vegas Raiders Defense.

    0:00 - Week 5 Streamers Intro
    2:27 - QB Streamer: Jacoby Brissett
    7:41 - FanDuel Props: Jacoby Brissett Passing Lines
    9:50 - RB Streamer: Keaton Mitchell
    15:07 - WR Streamer: Dohnte Meyers
    17:55 - TE Streamer: T.J. Hockenson
    22:51 - DEF Streamer: Las Vegas Raiders

    Get full access to our draft cheat sheets, rankings, and weekly tools at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans and use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off!

    Hosts: AJ (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe (@F6P_Joe), Corey (@copieps)

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    27 min
  12. Week 4 Fantasy Football Streamers, Rankings Debates & Waiver Stashes

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    The Fantasy Six Pack Hour crew is back to get you fully prepped for Week 4! Host Joe Bond joins A.J. Applegarth and Corey Pieper to break down the top streamable quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and defenses, analyze key ranking disputes, and target high-upside waiver stashes to target right now.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Top Week 4 fantasy football streamers including Kirk Cousins, Brian Robinson, Kalif Raymond, AJ Barner, and the Green Bay Packers defense.

    • Key Week 4 ranking debates focusing on Patriots running backs, David Montgomery, Matthew Golden, Tyler Shough, and Isaiah Likely.

    • Must-add waiver wire stashes including Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Wright, Konata Mumpfield, and Skyy Moore.

    Episode Timestamps:

    0:00 - Week 4 Fantasy Football Overview & Show Intro

    1:25 - Week 4 Streamers Breakdown

    1:38 - QB Streamer: Kirk Cousins vs Chiefs Defense

    8:03 - RB Streamer: Brian Robinson vs Saints

    13:10 - WR Streamer: Kalif Raymond vs Jets Defense

    18:57 - TE Streamers: AJ Barner & Tyler Higbee Waiver Options

    25:30 - DST Streamer: Green Bay Packers Defense vs Buccaneers

    31:40 - FanDuel Sports Betting Odds: Raiders vs Chiefs Breakdown

    41:32 - Week 4 Fantasy Football Rankings Debates

    42:35 - RB Rankings Debate: Patriots Backfield Higher vs ECR

    45:00 - RB Rankings Debate: David Montgomery Lower vs ECR

    49:35 - WR Rankings Debate: Matthew Golden Lower vs ECR

    57:25 - QB Rankings Debate: Tyler Shough Lower vs ECR

    1:00:40 - TE Rankings Debate: Isaiah Likely Lower vs ECR

    1:09:02 - Top Waiver Wire Stashes for Week 4

    1:09:15 - WR Stash: Tyreek Hill Target Value

    1:13:03 - RB Stash: Jaylen Wright Upside

    1:21:43 - WR Stash: Konata Mumpfield Target Share

    1:24:05 - WR Stash: Skyy Moore Waiver Value

    Promotions & Links:
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    Website: https://fantasysixpack.net/
    Host Social Handles: AJ: @AppleGarthAlgar | Joe: @F6P_Joe | Corey: @copieps

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    1 hr 26 min
  13. Week 3 Fantasy Football Must-Know Streamers, Rankings & Stashes

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    The Fantasy Six Pack Hour returns to get you ready for Week 3 of the fantasy football season! Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper dive deep into high-upside waiver wire streamers like C.J. Stroud and Tank Bigsby, debate crucial ranking shifts for players like Jonathan Taylor and Chuba Hubbard, and unveil late-round stashes like Kaleb Johnson to get ahead of your league mates.

    • Must-Start Streamers: Breakdown of top single-week streaming options including C.J. Stroud, Tank Bigsby, Tre Tucker, Pat Freiermuth, and the Cincinnati Bengals DST.
    • Rankings Debate & Key Movers: Why Chuba Hubbard is climbing the board, concerns around Jonathan Taylor, and key market shifts for Xavier Worthy and Tyler Shough.
    • Waiver Wire Bench Stashes: Priority upside stashes to target before next week's waiver run, featuring Kaleb Johnson, Emari Demarcado, Emanuel Wilson, and Ted Hurst III.

    Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:22 - QB Streamer: C.J. Stroud vs. Indianapolis Colts 6:00 - RB Streamer: Tank Bigsby with Saquon Barkley Injury Watch 10:23 - WR Streamer: Tre Tucker vs. New Orleans Saints 15:08 - TE Streamer: Pat Freiermuth vs. Cincinnati Bengals 22:08 - DST Streamer: Cincinnati Bengals DST vs. Pittsburgh Steelers 26:00 - FanDuel Betting Odds: Bengals @ Steelers Player Props 30:20 - Week 3 Rankings Debate 31:10 - Running Back Lower: Jonathan Taylor Matchup Breakdown 32:30 - Running Back Higher: Chuba Hubbard Touch Share Rise 35:30 - Wide Receiver Risers: Xavier Worthy & Denzel Boston 40:00 - Quarterback Riser: Tyler Shough Late-Game Production 43:17 - Tight End Higher: Kyle Pitts Target Outlook 45:00 - Tight End Lower: Travis Kelce Consistency Concerns 47:40 - Priority Waiver Stashes Segment 47:46 - RB Stash: Kaleb Johnson & Green Bay Packers Backfield Breakdown 52:45 - RB Stash: Emari Demarcado Backup Value 54:37 - RB Stash: Emanuel Wilson Role & Backfield Opportunity 58:30 - WR Stash: Ted Hurst III Target Share Potential

    Promo & Links:
    Fantasy Six Pack Membership: https://fantasysixpack.net/plans (Use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off)
    Website: https://fantasysixpack.net/
    Host Social Handles: AJ: @AppleGarthAlgar | Joe: @F6P_Joe | Corey: @copieps

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    1 hr 6 min
  14. Jared Young Injury Update | Fantasy Baseball First Cup September 18

    Show notes

    New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off the field following a terrifying collision with teammate Nolan McLean during Thursday’s game against the Phillies.

    Corey Pieper breaks down a scary injury update from Citi Field, a slate of key bullpen and rotation activations, the Friday Pitching Planner segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day.

    The health and transaction wire delivered major news as Jared Young suffered a concussion during a jarring collision with pitcher Nolan McLean, though initial CT scans came back negative. On the recovery front, relief ace Devin Williams could be activated from the injured list shortly, while starter Josiah Gray has officially been activated.

    On the diamond, standout efforts in the studs column featured Mason Montgomery, Kyle Tucker, Drew Rasmussen, Chandler Simpson, Michael King, Jeremy Pena, Yordan Alvarez, Sonny Gray, Lawrence Butler continuing his dominant second-half surge, Aaron Nola dueling Nolan McLean, and Walbert Urena matching up against Taj Bradley. On the flip side, Kyle Harrison, Brady Singer, Jeffrey Springs, Nick Gonzales going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, Elly De La Cruz going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, Zac Veen going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, and Brandon Nimmo finishing 0-for-4 with three strikeouts all struggled into the duds section.

    Our Friday Pitching Planner segment evaluates essential weekend starting options to help fantasy managers optimize their rotation strategies and lock down final category leads for the playoffs.

    First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more.

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    12 min
  15. Week 2 Fantasy Football Streamers & Stashes: Deebo, Bryce Young & Rankings

    Show notes

    In this week's episode, Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper dive into the top Week 2 fantasy football streamers, waiver wire stashes, and positional rankings. The crew analyzes Bryce Young's matchup against Atlanta, Deebo Samuel's scheme-designed usage, and Kaelon Black's standalone value in San Francisco, while evaluating high-intent stash candidates like Antonio Williams and Tre' Harris.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • QB & Skill Position Streamers: Why Bryce Young, Kaelon Black, Deebo Samuel, T.J. Hockenson, and the 49ers Defense are prime streaming targets for Week 2.
    • FanDuel Betting Lines & Player Props: Over/under player prop bets for Deebo Samuel's receiving market and Kaelon Black's rushing line.
    • Positional Ranking Debates: Usage breakdown on Kenneth Walker vs. Jeremiyah Love, Drake London concerns, and lower outlooks on Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels.
    • Under-the-Radar Stashes: Target share metrics and usage profiles for Tre' Harris, Antonio Williams, Khalif Raymond, and Kendrick Bourne.

    Episode Timestamps:

    0:00 - Week 2 Fantasy Football Streamers & Stashes
    1:45 - QB Streamer: Bryce Young vs. Falcons Defense
    5:45 - RB Streamer: Kaelon Black Handcuff & Standalone Value
    10:30 - WR Streamer: Deebo Samuel PPR Usage & Scheme Touches
    15:35 - TE Streamer: T.J. Hockenson Target Share Breakdown
    21:00 - DEF Streamer: San Francisco 49ers vs. Dolphins
    24:14 - FanDuel Props: 49ers vs. Dolphins Betting Lines
    33:05 - RB Rankings: Kenneth Walker High Usage vs. Jeremiyah Love
    39:45 - WR Rankings: Drake London & Carnell Tate Concerns
    44:00 - QB Rankings: Joe Burrow & Jayden Daniels Matchup Lowering
    47:55 - TE Rankings: Tucker Kraft Lower vs. George Kittle Bounceback
    53:50 - Stash Option 1: Tre' Harris Target Share with Lad Injury
    56:23 - Stash Option 2: Antonio Williams Efficiency & Daniels Rapport
    58:35 - Stash Option 3: Khalif Raymond Target Share in Chicago
    1:00:25 - Stash Option 4: Kendrick Bourne Floor & A-Dot Role

    Promos & Links:

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    Website: https://fantasysixpack.net/
    Host Social Handles: AJ: @AppleGarthAlgar | Joe: @F6P_Joe | Corey: @copieps

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    1 hr 12 min
  16. Drop Munetaka Murakami & J-Ram | Fantasy Baseball First Cup Sep 16

    Show notes

    Munetaka Murakami is striking out over 50% of the time in September and leads a massive list of late-season cuts.

    Joe Bond breaks down today's top waiver cuts on the Drops segment, reviews recent MLB performance trends, and delivers the FanDuel Bet of the Day.

    Top headlines include CJ Abrams dealing with neck tightness, Joc Pederson attempting to play through a hand fracture, and Shane Baz exiting after being hit by a comebacker. Additional roster moves feature Pete Fairbanks and Gage Jump landing on the injured list, Trey Yesavage struggling in his rehab outing, Jameson Taillon and Max Meyer shut down for the season, Jesús Luzardo headed to the IL, and Roki Sasaki having his Thursday start pushed back.

    Daily performance lists spotlight strong outings from Travis Bazzana, Cole Carrigg, Jeremy Pena, Ozzie Albies, Max Fried, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Jack Perkins, and Ryan Johnson. On the flip side, struggle listings include Oneil Cruz, Gunnar Henderson, Munetaka Murakami, Wilyer Abreu, Cristopher Sanchez, Andre Pallante, and Patrick Sandoval.

    Today's Drops analysis breaks down whether to move on from high-profile names including Munetaka Murakami, Jose Ramirez, Konnor Griffin, Brandon Nimmo, Gerrit Cole, Sandy Alcantara, Logan Webb, and Foster Griffin.

    First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more.

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    33 min
  17. Rafael Devers Core Surgery & Waivers | Fantasy Baseball First Cup Sept 14

    Show notes

    Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers will undergo season-ending core muscle surgery.

    Corey Pieper breaks down a devastating injury update for fantasy rosters entering championship season, major activations and prospect call-ups, the weekly Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day.

    The health and transaction wire was frantic over the weekend as Rafael Devers is ruled out for the remainder of the season due to core muscle surgery, while Byron Buxton and Esmerlyn Valdez hit the injured list. On the news front, top prospects Emmanuel Rodriguez and Brody Hopkins earned major league call-ups, while Yordan Alvarez and Jac Caglianone were kept out of starting lineups. On the recovery side, Nathan Eovaldi, Josh Jung, Shea Langeliers, Ryan O'Hearn, and Willson Contreras all returned from the injured list, while Jesus Luzardo had a start skipped but remains hopeful to pitch later in the week.

    Daily performance slates featured explosive outputs in the studs column from Cade Cavalli, Ben Rice, Brett Bateman, Seth Lugo, Kyle Tucker, Zac Thornton, Francisco Lindor, Ryan O'Hearn, Pete Alonso, Andre Alvarez, Michael King, Fernando Tatis Jr., Ranger Suarez, Ian Seymour, Ronald Acuna Jr., Tyler Mahle, Bryan Woo, Lawrence Butler, Randy Arozarena, Nolan Arenado, Noah Cameron, Cam Schlittler, Emmet Sheehan, and a dominant Milwaukee offensive explosion powered by Jackson Chourio, Jake Bauers, William Contreras, Brice Turang, and Garrett Mitchell. On the flip side, Max Scherzer, Andrew Abbott, Zach Neto, Nolan McLean, Anthony Molina, Gerrit Cole, Kyle Bradish, Tyler Glasnow, Brandon Pfaadt, Gage Jump, Jacob Lopez, and Brady Singer matching up against Shane Drohan with Kyle Harrison in relief all tumbled into the duds section.

    Our weekly Waiver Wire segment delivers essential free-agent targets and priority pickups for the fantasy playoffs, featuring Garrett Mitchell (9%), Henry Bolte (39%), Bryce Eldridge (28%), Christian Encarnacion-Strand (10%), Andrew Alvarez (25%), and Hagen Smith (9%).

    First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more.

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    20 min
  18. Shohei Ohtani & Jazz Chisholm to IL | Fantasy Baseball First Cup Sept 11

    Show notes

    Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has officially been placed on the 15-day injured list due to lingering biceps and knee issues.

    Corey Pieper breaks down a seismic injury wave affecting premier fantasy superstars, top prospect promotions, the Friday Pitching Planner segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day.

    The health and transaction wire delivered major late-week news as Shohei Ohtani hits the injured list alongside Jazz Chisholm Jr., who lands on the IL with a right thumb sprain, and Braxton Ashcraft. Meanwhile, top prospect Josue De Paula earned a big league call-up to Los Angeles, Brandon Marsh is managing a bruised foot, Aaron Judge was kept out of the starting lineup as he builds back to full-game activity, and Shea Langeliers officially began a Triple-A rehab assignment.

    Daily performance slates featured dominant displays in the studs column from Zack Wheeler, Cristian Javier, Jacob deGrom, Logan Gilbert, Jared Jones, Oneil Cruz, and Nick Martinez dueling Martin Perez. On the other hand, Yordan Alvarez going 0-for-3 with three strikeouts and Max Fried failing to pitch deep into his start tumbled into the duds section.

    Our Friday Pitching Planner segment evaluates essential weekend starting options to optimize your playoff rotation strategy, detailing Freddy Peralta riding three straight quality starts against Houston, Walbert Urena at Washington, George Kirby at Atlanta, Eury Perez facing the Dodgers, Kyle Harrison against Cincinnati, and Emmet Sheehan taking the mound at Miami.

    First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more.

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    15 min
  19. Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings, Streamers & Bench Stashes

    Show notes

    The NFL season is officially here! Joe Bond and Corey Pieper dive deep into Week 1 fantasy football strategy, breaking down top streamer options, high-value bench stashes, and positional ranking market trends. We highlight prime bounce-back spots and cautionary starts featuring Tyler Shough, Brian Robinson, Malachi Fields, Drake London, Jayden Daniels, and Michael Mayer.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Week 1 Streamers: Starting Tyler Shough against Detroit, Brian Robinson's goal-line upside, and Dalton Schultz's baseline value.
    • Ranking Market Moves: Why we are lower on Drake London and Jayden Daniels, while projecting higher upside for Jordan Addison, Jayden Reed, and Matthew Stafford.
    • Tight End Shakeups: Navigating Brock Bowers' injury fallout with Michael Mayer's elevated tight end ranking.
    • Deep Bench Stashes: Priority waiver stashes before Sunday, including George Holani, Chris Bell, Ted Hurst III, and Gunnar Helm.

    Episode Timestamps:

    0:00 - Week 1 Fantasy Football Kickoff
    3:10 - QB Streamer: Tyler Shough vs Detroit Lions
    8:20 - RB Streamer: Brian Robinson vs Pittsburgh Steelers
    11:42 - WR Streamer: Malachi Fields vs Dallas Cowboys
    15:26 - TE Streamer: Dalton Schultz vs Buffalo Bills
    19:30 - FanDuel Super Bowl Winner Props & Futures Bets
    29:20 - WR Rankings Lower: Drake London Against Pittsburgh
    31:00 - WR Rankings Higher: Jordan Addison & Jayden Reed Upside
    35:05 - RB Rankings Higher: Chuba Hubbard Role Concerns vs Bears
    41:52 - QB Rankings Lower: Jayden Daniels Facing Philadelphia
    45:30 - QB Rankings Higher: Matthew Stafford Against 49ers
    48:50 - TE Rankings Higher: Michael Mayer Value Post-Brock Bowers Injury
    57:16 - TE Rankings Lower: Dalton Kincaid Role Evaluation
    58:18 - Stash Option 1: George Holani Running Back Role
    1:02:05 - Stash Option 2: Chris Bell Dolphins Breakout Potential
    1:04:50 - Stash Option 3: Ted Hurst III Buccaneers WR Room
    1:08:30 - Stash Option 4: Gunnar Helm Tight End Opportunity

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    1 hr 13 min
  20. Gunnar Henderson Injury & Drops | Fantasy Baseball First Cup Sep 9

    Show notes

    Gunnar Henderson exited early Tuesday with a knee injury after fouling a ball off his leg, casting doubt on his availability.

    Host Joe Bond breaks down the latest roster moves, key injury updates, and waiver landmines in today's Drops segment, along with the FanDuel Bet of the Day.

    News & Injuries: Corbin Burnes made his long-awaited 2026 debut, pitching 3 scoreless innings. Zac Gallen and Michael Soroka return to action Wednesday, while Bryce Elder will miss 3 to 4 weeks following knee surgery. Meanwhile, Shea Langeliers starts his assignment Thursday, Aaron Judge will be eased into a full-time role, Corbin Carroll was pulled from Tuesday's lineup, and Jac Caglianone remains out.

    Studs & Duds: Juan Soto, Trea Turner, Zach Neto, Francisco Lindor, Reid Detmers, and Cameron Schlittler powered through as studs. On the flip side, Munetaka Murakami, Brandon Nimmo, Spencer Jones, Aaron Judge, Sandy Alcantara, Sean Burke, Brandon Young, Tanner Bibee, and AJ Smith-Shawver struggled in the duds category.

    Drops Segment: Joe evaluates whether it is time to cut ties with Gunnar Henderson, Dillon Dingler, Kyle Tucker, Kyle Harrison, Chase Burns, and Tanner Bibee.

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    24 min