OTW 269 — Opportunity Knocking: AL Central

On The Wire Episode 269 — Opportunity Knocking: AL Central

Adam and Kevin launch “Opportunity Knocking,” a six-episode offseason series going division by division to find roster holes and playing-time openings for early draft-and-holds. They start with the AL Central, using the final six weeks of stats to spot players who finished stronger than their season lines. Kevin also makes the case for waiting on first base in 2027 drafts.

Welcome and Introduction 0:00-10:00

Series launch, ALCS recap, and early mock draft trends

Minnesota Twins 10:00-30:00

Josh Bell’s exit opens DH at-bats for a young core; Royce Lewis moves to first base
Players Discussed: Josh Bell, Royce Lewis, Kody Clemens, Luke Keaschall, Brooks Lee, Kaelen Culpepper, Byron Buxton, Emmanuel Rodriguez, Walker Jenkins

Joe Ryan likely gone as internal options fill the rotation
Players Discussed: Joe Ryan, Pablo López, Zebby Matthews, Mick Abel, Dean Kremer, Connor Prielipp

Kansas City Royals 30:00-45:00

Left field is the biggest hole; Pasquantino is a value after a strong finish
Players Discussed: Vinnie Pasquantino, Jac Caglianone,