Which Prediction Do You Want to Take Back?

As the All-Star break nears, it's time to revisit some preseason predictions that didn't quite pan out. DVR explains why he'd be less bullish on Kyle Tucker today, Jed breaks down the Braves' surprising fall, and Eno evaluates the Astros' first-half performance against expectations. Plus, the guys discuss Zack Wheeler's frustration over his All-Star snub and whether the surging Marlins can make a legitimate postseason run.Rundown:0:38 DVR’s Mulligan: Kyle Tucker Will Win NL MVP Award4:41 NL MVP Candidates11:59 Eno’s Mulligan: Expectations for 2026 Astros16:46 Jed’s Mulligan: Choosing Atlanta in Four vs. The Field23:39 Austin Riley’s Struggles28:59 Who Does Jed Want in Place of Atlanta Now?32:42 Zack Wheeler is Mad40:19 A ‘Target Home-Run Rate’50:00 An Intriguing Change?58:42 The Marlins Are CookingFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.