Daily Fantasy Baseball News and Notes | First Pitch Podcast 4/3/26

In this episode of the First Pitch Podcast, host Carson McCart delivers a comprehensive breakdown of the latest fantasy baseball news and notes from April 2nd, 2026. The episode opens with minor injury updates, including David Festa’s move to the 60-day IL and Jose Butto’s forearm fatigue, but the major story is the long-awaited MLB debut of Connor Griffin, the Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect, who signed a nine-year, $140 million deal and is now a must-own in all fantasy leagues. J.P. Crawford’s return to the injured list and Colt Emerson’s impending debut are also highlighted. On the field, standout performances include Matt Olsen’s seven total bases, Mauricio Dubon’s home run, and Jordan Lawler’s first career homer, while pitchers Taj Bradley and Cole Reagans delivered strong, efficient outings. Ryan Nelson’s bizarre start and David Peterson’s rough outing underscored the day’s unpredictability. The episode concludes with a preview of Friday’s full slate, spotlighting key matchups like the Pirates vs. Orioles featuring Griffin’s debut, and the top three pitching matchups: Michael King vs. Sonny Gray, Yuri Perez vs. Will Warren, and Brian Wu vs. Reed Detmers. The episode ends with a personal note from McCart, marking his debut as host and inviting listeners to engage with the Pitcherless community.