22:39 What Else Moves the Needle in March?

33:49 Auction Strategy & Observations

50:02 Prospect Platoon Splits & Jarred Kelenic

57:27 A Failed Attempt at Bribery

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13:T507,

Eno and DVR discuss the first wave of March drafts — including their hesitation to draft Shane Bieber as a mid first-round pick — how to deal with news and other information during spring training, auction strategy thoughts ahead of this weekend’s LABR auctions, platoon splits for prospects, and more.

Rundown

2:11 Early March Drafts Begin!

4:41 Why Do We Hesitate to Draft Shane Bieber in Round 1?

13:02 How Should We Handle Spring Training News?