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MLB Podcast on RotoBaller Radio: Top 10 Waiver Wire Pickups & Trade Advice

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Real Talk Raph and Anthony Aniano discuss waiver wire strategy, trades and rookies on this week's edition of RotoBaller Fantasy Sports Radio. Find us in iTunes

Top 10 Waiver Wire Pickups & Trade Advice

Follow RotoBaller Radio On iTunes RotoBaller is very excited about the launch of our very own radio station. You can now find our new shows on BlogTalkRadio live or on demand, and on iTunes under podcasts.

Every Wednesday night at 9:00 PM EST, RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph and co-host Anthony Aniano will be discussing the most relevant fantasy sports news and information. This week's special guest co-host is RotoBaller contributor Sam Nedimyer.

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This week's discussion features our listener's questions and revolves around dynasty leagues, waiver wire strategy and trade advice to help you win your leagues.

In depth analysis on players like Albert Pujols, Manny Machado, Carlos Gomez, Jake Odorizzi, Clay BuchholzMike MoustakasJoc Pederson, Kris Bryant, Yordano Ventura, Josh Harrison, Jake Lamb, Nick Castellanos, Billy BurnsStarling Marte, Gerardo Parra, Brad Miller, Aramis Ramirez, Jordy Mercer, Jimmy Nelson, Robbie Ray, Chris Heston, Nate Karns and Jim Johnson (among many more).

 

 

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