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Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we talk everything fantasy football, focusing on redraft. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On this week's episode, we had four former guests of the show on to compete for the crown of Trivia Champ for the 2021 fantasy season. The contestants were Ryan Kirksey (@KirkseySports on Twitter), Michael Govier (@mjgovier on Twitter), Mick Ciallela (@themick23 on Twitter), Colin McTamany (@Colin_McT on Twitter). All of their work as well as mine on Fantrax can be found on www.fantraxhq.com.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On this week's episode, we recap Week 16 lineup calls and statistical storylines, waiver wire pickups for Week 17, and Trey Lance as a potential league-winner. This episode's guest is Corbin Young (@corbin_young21 on Twitter). All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax, including my loves/hates and 2021 playoff league-winners can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On this week's episode, we recap tough lineup decisions in the fantasy football playoffs, tricky backfields, league-winners for 2021, and dynasty buy-lows. This episode's guest is Luke Sawhook (@LukeSawhook on Twitter). All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax, including my loves/hates and 2021 playoff league-winners can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On this week's episode, we recap shaken-up backfields in Week 9, wide receivers to target rest of season, and a couple of buy lows & sell highs. This episode's guest is Mick Ciallela (@themick23 on Twitter). Mick's work for Fantrax can be viewed here: https://www.fantraxhq.com/author/mciallelagmail-com/. All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On this week's episode, we recap the biggest stories of Week 8, including injury news, backfield splits, and some sell-highs and names to give up on for the season. This episode's guest is Al Calo (@Calo_FF on Twitter). Al's work for Fantrax can be viewed here: https://www.fantraxhq.com/author/calo/. All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On this week's episode, we recap the biggest stories of Week 7, some "buy low"s & "sell high"s for the season and sleepers for Week 8. This episode's guest is Mike Omelan (@mikeomelan on Twitter). Mike's work for Fantrax can be viewed here: https://www.fantraxhq.com/author/momelan/. All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On Episode 4, we review the biggest statline stories of Week 4, how the RB injuries affect your FAAB outlook, and some buy-lows and sell-highs in 2021 fantasy football. This episode's guest is Ryan Kirksey (@KirkseySports on Twitter). Ryan's work for Fantrax can be viewed here: https://www.fantraxhq.com/author/kirksey/.

All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On Episode 3, we review the biggest surprises and outstanding performers of Week 3, shed some light on the season's Panic Meter, talk about some guys to watch out for in Week 4, and how to spend your FAAB. This episode's guest is Michael Govier (@mjgovier on Twitter). Govier also runs the Fantasy Football POV podcast through the Fantrax Podcast Network: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1585377549.

All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

Welcome back to the 2021 Fantasy Football Factory, a series on the podcast where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On Episode 2, we review Week 2 lessons learned, including backfield splits and WR3s that can break out immediately. This episode's guest is Colin McTamany (@LincoCammytan on Twitter). All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

Welcome to a new 2021 fantasy football series on the podcast, where we discuss the latest news, lessons learned, and future outlooks in the NFL world for fantasy leagues in all formats. All episodes for this series are streamed prior to upload on my Twitch channel (twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast).

On Episode 1, we review draft nights in 2021 redraft leagues, the biggest shockers from Week 1 and where you should spend your first FAAB of the season. This episode's guest is Isaiah Sirois (@is_sirois on Twitter). All my other fantasy sports content for Fantrax can be viewed here.

(Thumbnail photo via LionsWire)

John Laub (@GridironSchol91 on Twitter) joins us to break down the top 5 quarterbacks in the 2021 NFL Draft. He discusses the scouting report for Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Justin Fields, Trey Lance, and Mac Jones, discuss value bets on FanDuel for selections in the first round of the NFL Draft, and whether any other QBs in the draft have a shot at success in the NFL.

Check out John's positional 2021 NFL Draft rankings, follow him on social media, and join future streams at TTV/AhaanHostofCountItPodcast.

Follow Brandon Warne on Twitter at @Brandon_Warne and join Future Twitch streams with me at TTV/AhaanHostofCountItPodcast.

Felix Leonardo Olivo (@felixolivo19 on Twitter) is the Vice President of Baseball Operations for the OL Baseball Group, an athlete agency that represents MiLB and MLB players such as Martín Pérez (Red Sox) and José Alvarado (Phillies). We talked to Olivo about the history of the agency, his role with representing players on and off the field, and doing so during a pandemic.

Right-handed pitcher Zach Bryant grew up a Red Sox fan. Days after being traded to the Red Sox as the PTBNL in a prior trade with the Cubs, we talk to Bryant about his pitch repertoire, training with no minor league season, and what he's most excited about arriving in the Red Sox organization. Follow Bryant on Twitter at @zbry34.

Our teams can be viewed here (spoiler alert) and details of All-Start Weekend can be viewed here.

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Chris Cotillo, Red Sox beat writer for MassLive.com, joins the show live on Twitch to talk about the Red Sox offseason in the Chaim Bloom era, the versatility of the 2021 roster under Alex Cora, and the plans to build a winning team while letting go of fan-favorites. Follow Cotillo on Twitter (@ChrisCotillo) to listen to his podcast, Fenway Rundown, join his Zoom workshop for aspiring sportswriters, and for daily Red Sox updates.

To be part of future Q&A sessions for podcasts and YouTube videos on stream, follow me on Twitch.

Arguably the greatest QB matchup in Super Bowl history, this weekend is historic in many facets. I went live on Twitch with Isaiah Sirois (@is_sirois on Twitter) and Allen Xu to discuss everything you need to look out for during Super Bowl festivities. We made our picks, discussed GOAT statuses, and identified the stales on the betting market. 

To join future streams, follow me on Twitch at twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast and to interact with me about NFL predictions and other sports, follow me on Twitter at @AhaanRungta.

My friend, Ravi, joins the podcast on stream to preview the 2020-21 NBA season. We discuss offseason acquisitions, what we learned from the bubble, predictions for conference seeds, value prop bets you can make online, and who will compete for a championship. Some HOT takes included! To join future streams, follow me on Twitch (/AhaanHostofCountItPodcast). Check out my full NBA Opening Night Power Rankings on CelticsLife and follow me on Twitter (@AhaanRungta) for more sports content.

I went live on my Twitch channel to interview Twitch affiliate, 2020 World Series MLB on FOX watch party host, and former minor-leaguer, Ben Verlander (@Verly32 on Twitter). We discussed 2020 baseball, streaming sports games on Twitch, stories from the World Series watch party, and Verlander's podcast with Michelle Margaux, Millenial Sports Talk. Follow Ben Verlander on Twitch at www.twitch.tv/benverlander.

The MLB offseason is upon us, so Yoa and Ahaan go live on Twitch to predict the landing spot for the top 50 MLB free agents in the 2021 class. A full list of our predictions can be viewed here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eVv3CuqEjyXaU_Z38vuCMSO9loe1Kj6pkfrPSaPnrUo/edit?usp=sharing. Join future streams at TTV — AhaanHostofCountItPodcast. 

Top 50 rankings and reports via Fangraphs. Thumbnail photo via The Ringer.

The 2020 MLB playoffs are here and I am joined by my friend Yoa to discuss what's in store for the new format and what 2020 baseball has taught us, given the changes. Join me for more discussions and live podcasts on sports by following me on Twitch and subscribing to my YouTube channel.

The 2019 Washington Nationals have had a lot to think about in their attempt to defend a title in the strangest year ever. Today, I am joined by Josh Neighbors (@JoshNeighbors_), host of the Locked on Nationals Podcast (@LO_Nationals), to discuss it all. We talk about losing Anthony Rendon, watching Carter Kieboom and Luis García, the future of Juan Soto and Trea Turner, and much more.

The 2020 NFL Season is back, which means it's time for fantasy football drafts! Today, I am joined by Isaiah Sirois of FantasyPros (@is_sirois on Twitter) to discuss how to approach drafts this year, our loves/hates for the season at each position, and some late-round sleepers. This podcast was recorded on stream at twitch.tv/ahaanhostofcountitpodcast.

Thumbnail image via ESPN.

The Vanderbilt University baseball program tops the country in production of major league talent and in 2019, the VandyBoys went 59-12, won the SEC title and the College World Series to be the champions of NCAA Division I. Today, we talk to the Commodores’ director of baseball operations, Brooks Webb, about his role with the team and his career path that includes a stint with USA Baseball. Webb can be followed on Twitter at @BrooksW44. 

I decided to stream on Opening Day to talk about dark horse World Series contenders, the nuances of a 60-game season, and some value bets you can place on baseball this year. We recorded the stream for the podcast for the first time. It was a blast! The podcast has also been uploaded to my YouTube. Follow my Twitch for more sports discussion streams.

We speak to Sean Forman (@sean_forman), founder of Sports-Reference, about fantasy baseball, the revolution of data and analytics in sports, the company's new research tool (Stathead.com), and future aspirations for the company. 

Anthony Kay (@TonyBuckets18 on Twitter and @specialkay55 on Twitch) was the centerpiece of the Mets-Blue Jays trade involving Marcus Stroman but did you know he is rising as one of the best MLB The Show players on the Twitch platform? Dominating on the field and with a PS4 is not new territory for Kay; we talk to him about the future of the Blue Jays and if baseball as an e-sport is the real deal. 

Former Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Alex King recently retired from professional baseball and is already a YouTuber and a Twitch partner. What is in store for "Rexy" in a post-playing entertainment career? We discuss his future and what you can do to support him. Follow him on Twitter, YouTube, and Twitch at RexyBing. 

Dylan Rheault (@DylanRheault on Twitter) has pitched for Team Canada and been released from multiple MLB organizations but has trained his way to a 99 mph fastball with a nasty offspeed repertoire. What does the future have in store for Rheault and the state of baseball? 

Check out the Japanese baseball hype mentioned in the episode as well: https://twitter.com/joonlee/status/879352248844914688

Welcome to Episode 1 of a series of 2020 NFL previews! Today, we are joined by Isaiah Sirois (@is_sirois) from FantasyPros to discuss the outlook of the AFC North, a division containing the reigning MVP, the current #1 overall pick, a former #1 overall pick, and the return of Big Ben. 

The KBO is officially under way and Tyler Wilson of the LG Twins talks to us about its implications. The former Baltimore Oriole and Virginia Cavalier also talks bat flips, adapting to Korea. Follow Wilson on Twitter @t_willy18. 

Full draft results with a link to the BR draft!

A four-time first-team All-American for Stanford and Olympic gold medalist for Team USA, Jessica Mendoza has posted several firsts for females in the baseball broadcasting industry. Today, we talk to Mendoza about the experience of going to Stanford, being a representative for females in sports, homeschooling her kids during quarantine, and the future of baseball. Follow Jessica Mendoza on Twitter at @jessmendoza.

The KBO season starts on May 5. We talk about what that means with former Texas Ranger and current Hanwha Eagle of the KBO, Jared Hoying. Follow Jared on Twitter at @jhoying3035. 

Today, we talk about winning the Big East, getting selected in the MLB Draft, pitching in the World Baseball Classic, and pioneering a custom baseball cleat company with Alex Katz, left-handed pitcher in the Kansas City Royals organization (@kittyelgato12). 

It's not often that our guest can talk about football, basketball, baseball, and e-sports all in the same episode. We're able to do that today with host of Athletes' Wire (athleteswire.com) and on-camera host of Lakers Nation, Gary Sheffield Jr. (garrysheffTV on Twitch, GarysheffieldJr on Twitter).

From the Peach Bowl to the NFL, AAF, and XFL, Seattle Dragons RB Kenneth Farrow II talks about his journey through football, the present and future of the sport through a global pandemic, and Grind With a Purpose, a non-profit he co-founded. Follow Farrow at @KennethMFarrow and his foundation at @GWAPFoundation.

Today, we talk podcasting, blogging, and Red Sox with Gabrielle Starr, founder of Girl At The Game and host of the Locked On Red Sox Daily Podcast. Follow Gabrielle at @gfstarr1 and Girl At The Game at @girlatthegame on Twitter. 

View the full April Absurdity bracket here: drive.google.com/file/d/1LJDBFhwo…view?usp=sharing

Today, we speak with Cody Reed, left-handed pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds, about his iconic glasses, gaming, golf, sneakers, Friends, the baseball season possibly starting earlier than expected, and more. Follow Reed on Twitter at @Cody_Reed23 and Instagram at @cody_reed. 

Part of one of the most stacked basketball families in the world, Jontay Porter's journey has been unique. Today, we speak to him about his opportunity to play in the NBA, being coached by Brandon Roy, and smoothies. The newest member of the Memphis Grizzlies could be a future Nikola Jokić. Follow Porter on Twitter and Instagram at @JontayPorter.

In today's episode, we speak with left-handed pitcher for the Minnesota Twins organization, Mitch Horacek. We talk about the current state of baseball from the perspective of a minor-league veteran and multi-talented engineering and economics graduate from Dartmouth College. Follow Horacek on Twitter (@mhoracek14) and his blog, Daily Eyewash (@dailyeyewash).

On 3/28, we discuss the impact of the wild NFL offseason on fantasy football in 2020 with Isaiah Sirois (@is_sirois) of FantasyPros. From Tom Brady to the Hopkins-DJ blockbuster to Jameis Winston's new home, we've got you covered for your 2020 fantasy football draft and it's not in April yet. 

In the first interview episode of the podcast, Ahaan speaks with former Arkansas basketball star and NBA Summer Leaguer Moses Kingsley (@KingMoses_). A well-traveled man, Kingsley provides insights about playing in America and playing Europe. He talks about watching the NBA, playing in a March Madness game, Grey's Anatomy, and more. 

Bracket Challenge Results with Alexander (contains spoilers): brackets.commoninja.com/bracket/d78ec…-2b879f1233fe

Host Ahaan Rungta (@AhaanRungta on Twitter) introduces the Count It Sports Podcast.