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OTW 251 - FAAB #6; April 26, 2026

OTW 251 - FAAB #6; April 26, 2026

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On The Wire - Adam and Kevin break down a heavy week of injuries, prospect call-ups, and bullpen chaos while identifying key FAAB targets and streaming options. They emphasize adapting early to category needs and navigating a thinning pitching landscape in Week 6.

00:00 | Intro + Injury Landscape & IL Strategy
Players: Josh Hader, Blake Snell, Carlos Rodón, A.J. Puk, Félix Bautista

  • Widespread injuries and IL management challenges
  • Strategic adjustments and workload edge

06:30 | Mets Injuries + Ronnie Mauricio Opportunity
Players: Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Ronny Mauricio, Bo Bichette, Brett Baty, Marcus Semien

  • Lindor timeline concerns
  • Mauricio as everyday SS replacement

12:30 | Mets Pitching + Christian Scott Debate
Players: Christian Scott, David Peterson, Kodai Senga

  • Scott’s debut struggles vs. upside
  • FAAB expectations

17:30 | Rangers Injury + Replacement Watch
Players: Wyatt Langford, Ezequiel Duran, Alejandro Osuna

  • Langford IL stint
  • Monitoring short-term fill-ins

21:30 | Phillies Notes + Catcher Situation
Players: J.T. Realmuto, Garrett Stubbs, Rafael Marchán, Felix Reyes

  • Realmuto injury fallout
  • Reyes emerging role

25:30 | Royals Injuries + Playing Time Shifts
Players: Maikel Garcia, Jonathan India, Michael Massey, Salvador Perez, Carter Jensen

  • India losing relevance
  • Massey/Jensen gain opportunity

30:00 | Mariners + Athletics Updates
Players: Brendan Donovan, Leo Rivas, Denzel Clarke, Colby Thomas, Zack Gelof

  • Replacement-level bats
  • Gelof deep-league intrigue

34:30 | Marlins Speed + Dodgers Bullpen Chaos
Players: Esteury Ruiz,

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