Chris is joined by BaseballHQ’s Tanner Smith for a wide-ranging prospect conversation, breaking down some of the most intriguing young players in the minors. The duo dives into Mets prospect AJ Ewing, Phillies standout Gage Wood, Brewers infielder Cooper Pratt, and several other names fantasy managers and prospect hounds should have on their radar. From skill sets to developmental paths, this episode is packed with insight for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve.

Chris is joined by BaseballHQ&rsquo;s Tanner Smith for a wide-ranging prospect conversation, breaking down some of the most intriguing young players in the minors. The duo dives into Mets prospect AJ Ewing, Phillies standout Gage Wood, Brewers infielder Cooper Pratt, and several other names fantasy managers and prospect hounds should have on their radar. From skill sets to developmental paths, this episode is packed with insight for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve.

Episode 6.5: Prospecting for prospects with Tanner Smith

Early risers, sleeper breakouts, and a future No. 1 pitching prospect debate. Chris opens with recent BaseballHQ.com write-ups before bringing in RotoWire’s James Anderson to break down rising names like Theo Gillen, Taitn Gray, and Ralphy Velazquez—plus a showdown between Seth Hernandez and Kendry Chourio.

Early risers, sleeper breakouts, and a future No. 1 pitching prospect debate. Chris opens with recent BaseballHQ.com write-ups before bringing in RotoWire&rsquo;s James Anderson to break down rising names like Theo Gillen, Taitn Gray, and Ralphy Velazquez&mdash;plus a showdown between Seth Hernandez and Kendry Chourio.

Episode 6.4: Early Season Risers with James Anderson

On the latest episode of the EHI Podcast, Chris breaks down the top Blue Jays prospects before welcoming RotoBaller Chris Welsh to the show. Welsh shares his in-person scouting takes from Arizona on several top prospects, including Rangers right-hander A.J. Russell, Reds outfielder Steele Hall, Diamondbacks infielder Kayson Cunningham, and more.

On the latest episode of the EHI Podcast, Chris breaks down the top Blue Jays prospects before welcoming RotoBaller Chris Welsh to the show. Welsh shares his in-person scouting takes from Arizona on several top prospects, including Rangers right-hander A.J. Russell, Reds outfielder Steele Hall, Diamondbacks infielder Kayson Cunningham, and more.

Episode 6.3 Arizona prospect reports with Chris Welsh

Spring Training standouts, breakout buzz, and names you’ll want to remember—Chris introduces a new segment, Count Your Blessings, before welcoming Baseball America’s Geoff Pontes to break down the prospects that caught his eye this spring, including Eli Willits, Gavin Fien, JoJo Parker, and more.

Spring Training standouts, breakout buzz, and names you&rsquo;ll want to remember&mdash;Chris introduces a new segment, Count Your Blessings, before welcoming Baseball America&rsquo;s Geoff Pontes to break down the prospects that caught his eye this spring, including Eli Willits, Gavin Fien, JoJo Parker, and more.

Episode 6.2: Breakouts, Backfields & the Salt Life with Geoff Pontes

Chris is joined by BaseballHQ Co-GM Brent Hershey for this year’s edition of Thrive or Dive. Chris breaks down several prospects he saw during Spring Training, then he and Brent dive into a discussion of the 2026 rookie class, including Konner Griffin, Nolan McLean, Carson Benge, Justin Crawford, Andrew Painter, and more.

Chris is joined by BaseballHQ Co-GM Brent Hershey for this year&rsquo;s edition of Thrive or Dive. Chris breaks down several prospects he saw during Spring Training, then he and Brent dive into a discussion of the 2026 rookie class, including Konner Griffin, Nolan McLean, Carson Benge, Justin Crawford, Andrew Painter, and more.

Episode 6.1: Thrive or Dive 2026 

In the final episode of the season, Chris unveils his handpicked Prospect Crush Team—ten players who’ve captured his attention with standout traits and developmental intrigue. He breaks down scouting notes and news on each selection, including Giants outfielder Josuar Gonzalez, Blue Jays infielder Juan Sanchez, and Mets slugger Carson Benge, plus seven more names to watch.

In the final episode of the season, Chris unveils his handpicked Prospect Crush Team&mdash;ten players who&rsquo;ve captured his attention with standout traits and developmental intrigue. He breaks down scouting notes and news on each selection, including Giants outfielder Josuar Gonzalez, Blue Jays infielder Juan Sanchez, and Mets slugger Carson Benge, plus seven more names to watch.

Episode 5.26: Prospect Crush Team

This week on the podcast, Chris welcomes Drew Wheeler—content creator for Prospects Live and host of Path to the Show on Bally Sports—for a deep dive into a wide range of intriguing prospects. The conversation highlights standout names like Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones, White Sox infielder Billy Carlson, Brewers slugger Andrew Fischer, and Cardinals lefty Liam Doyle, with plenty more discussed along the way.

This week on the podcast, Chris welcomes Drew Wheeler&mdash;content creator for Prospects Live and host of Path to the Show on Bally Sports&mdash;for a deep dive into a wide range of intriguing prospects. The conversation highlights standout names like Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones, White Sox infielder Billy Carlson, Brewers slugger Andrew Fischer, and Cardinals lefty Liam Doyle, with plenty more discussed along the way.

Episode 5.25: Punny Prospect fun with Drew Wheeler 

On this week’s episode, Chris is joined by Baseball Prospectus Lead Prospect Writer Jeffrey Paternostro for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on the Mets’ trio of rookie pitching prospects, the behind-the-scenes process of canvassing for prospect list season, and standout performers from the Dominican Summer League—including Giants outfielder Josuar Gonzalez and Mets shortstop Elian Peña. They also dive into some of the biggest prospect surprises of 2025, offering sharp insights and scouting perspective throughout.

On this week&rsquo;s episode, Chris is joined by Baseball Prospectus Lead Prospect Writer Jeffrey Paternostro for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on the Mets&rsquo; trio of rookie pitching prospects, the behind-the-scenes process of canvassing for prospect list season, and standout performers from the Dominican Summer League&mdash;including Giants outfielder Josuar Gonzalez and Mets shortstop Elian Pe&ntilde;a. They also dive into some of the biggest prospect surprises of 2025, offering sharp insights and scouting perspective throughout.

Episode 5.24: Pushing into list season with Jeffrey Paternostro

In this solo episode, Chris revisits his earlier scouting reports on Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong, who made his MLB debut last week. He breaks down where his evaluation missed the mark and what Tong’s performance reveals about the challenges of projecting young pitchers, not just Tong. Chris also explores the current landscape of pitching scouting and offers a preview of upcoming coverage at BaseballHQ. 

In this solo episode, Chris revisits his earlier scouting reports on Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong, who made his MLB debut last week. He breaks down where his evaluation missed the mark and what Tong&rsquo;s performance reveals about the challenges of projecting young pitchers, not just Tong. Chris also explores the current landscape of pitching scouting and offers a preview of upcoming coverage at BaseballHQ.&nbsp;

Episode 5.23: Wrong on Tong

Chris is joined by RotoWire’s Lead Prospect Analyst James Anderson to break down his freshly updated Top 400 Dynasty Prospect rankings. They dive into standout risers and key trends. The conversation then shifts to emerging talent from the Florida Complex League, spotlighting Pirates outfielder Edward Florentino, Orioles flamethrower Esteban Mejia, and Cardinals catching phenom Rainiel Rodriguez—three names making noise early in their pro careers.

Chris is joined by RotoWire&rsquo;s Lead Prospect Analyst James Anderson to break down his freshly updated Top 400 Dynasty Prospect rankings. They dive into standout risers and key trends. The conversation then shifts to emerging talent from the Florida Complex League, spotlighting Pirates outfielder Edward Florentino, Orioles flamethrower Esteban Mejia, and Cardinals catching phenom Rainiel Rodriguez&mdash;three names making noise early in their pro careers.

Episode 5.22: Top 400 Trends & FCL Breakouts with James Anderson

The Eyes Have it podcast combines in-person prospect looks with
Dynasty/keeper analysis. Hosted by Brent Hershey (Co-General Manger,
BaseballHQ.com) and Chris Blessing (Prospect writer, BaseballHQ.com),
the podcast runs weekly throughout the season, discussing prospects at the minor league, college, 
and prep levels, with a fantasy tilt. The Eyes Have it podcast will also conduct interviews with other 
industry personalities and an occasional interview with others as well, possibly even front office types and players.

The Eyes Have It - A BaseballHQ Prospect Podcast

The BaseballHQ Eyes Have it Podcast combines in-person prospect scouting reports with dynasty/keeper fantasy analysis. Hosted by Chris Blessing (Director of Prospect Analysis, BaseballHQ), the podcast runs weekly through the season, discussing prospects at the minor league, college, and prep levels with a fantasy tilt. The Eyes Have it podcast regularly conducts interviews with scouting/fantasy industry personalities about their analysis of prospects from the ballpark with some analytical evaluation sprinkled in. 

The BaseballHQ Eyes Have it Podcast combines in-person prospect scouting reports with dynasty/keeper fantasy analysis. Hosted by Chris Blessing (Director of Prospect Analysis, BaseballHQ), the podcast runs weekly through the season, discussing prospects at the minor league, college, and prep levels with a fantasy tilt. The Eyes Have it podcast regularly conducts interviews with scouting/fantasy industry personalities about their analysis of prospects from the ballpark with some analytical evaluation sprinkled in.

The Eyes Have It - A BaseballHQ Prospect Podcast

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