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Hot MLB Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Week 16
Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're heading into Week 16 of the fantasy baseball season. The minor league baseball season continues to provide us with plenty of big plays and impressive prospect performances. It's imperative to monitor the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads thus far. The players listed here are not only coming off […]
Andersen Pickard 6 months agoHot MLB Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Week 15
Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're heading into Week 15 of the fantasy baseball season. The minor league baseball season continues to provide us with plenty of big plays and impressive prospect performances. It's imperative to monitor the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads thus far. The players listed here are not only coming off […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoAidan Smith Showcasing Upside With Glove, Bat
Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Aidan Smith was a fourth-round pick in 2023 who quickly agreed to an over-slot deal after his selection. He has wasted no time generating buzz in the minors, and he even jumped to No. 13 on MLB Pipeline's Mariners prospect rankings. He's primarily known for his decent defense and above-average running, […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoHunter Barco Strikes Out 10 In Latest Start
Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Hunter Barco is a talented pitcher who throws a mid-90s fastball but deploys a lethal slider as his best offering, too. He rounds out his repertoire with a changeup and splitter. The starter has shown improved command throughout the first few months of this season and could certainly be a mid-rotation option […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoKyle Karros Tallies 13 Hits In Productive Week
Colorado Rockies infield prospect Kyle Karros was a third-round pick in 2023 and has quickly generated significant buzz within the organization. The 21-year-old patrols the hot corner quite well, demonstrating his smooth footwork, reliable glove, and above-average arm strength to throw across the diamond. Offensively, he should grow into some additional strength. Concerns are growing […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoCooper Hjerpe Throws Five Scoreless Innings
St. Louis Cardinals pitching prospect Cooper Hjerpe is a talented left-hander who was selected in the first round of the 2022 draft. One of the best southpaws in the St. Louis farm system, Hjerpe headlines his repertoire with a decent low-90s fastball. His sweeper and changeup are fine secondary offerings, and he continues to tinker […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoJosh Zamora Puts Together 14-Game Hitting Streak
Miami Marlins minor league infielder Josh Zamora went undrafted out of the University of Nevada in 2022 and has remained in the lower levels of the farm system ever since inking a deal with Miami. Primarily a second baseman, Zamora has put himself on the radar almost entirely due to his power. The right-hander had […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoCade Otton Praised For His Durability
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles recognized tight end Cade Otton for his durability and willingness to learn multiple systems, according to Luke Easterling of Bucs Wire. "His durability has been outstanding," Bowles recently said. "We've called on him a lot as a rookie. It's hard to believe he's only a third-year guy coming […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoCourtland Sutton Still Non-Committal Ahead Of Training Camp
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton refused to comment on whether he plans to attend training camp, according to Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com. Sutton, who is still seeking a contract extension but remains in a "stalemate" with the Broncos, admitted he considered skipping minicamp. He remains optimistic about getting an extension signed before training camp […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoAmari Cooper Still Seeking Lucrative Deal
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper told a representative from Betr that he's "trying to get paid this year." The 30-year-old continues to skip mandatory minicamp and pay the corresponding fines in order to build leverage as he seeks an extension from the Browns. He's due to hit free agency next year, and while he […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months ago49ers, Brandon Aiyuk Had Good Meeting Monday
The San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk had a "good meeting" on Monday and will continue to work toward a resolution amidst the 26-year-old's latest frustration, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. At this time, Aiyuk, who seeks a contract extension, has not made a formal trade request and the 49ers want […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoPharaoh Brown Headed For Significant Blocking Role?
Seattle Seahawks tight end Pharaoh Brown is expected to have a significant role as a blocker in 2024, former NFL quarterback Brock Huard told Mike Salk of Seattle Sports. This news follows some whispers out of Seattle (also from Huard) that Noah Fant will receive increased attention in the passing game but could lose some […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoNoah Fant To Get More Involved In Passing Game
Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant "appears primed to be in line for a bigger share of the pass-catching role at the position" in 2024, according to Zac Hereth of Seattle Sports. The expectation is that Fant will have more opportunities to catch passes, allowing the Seahawks to push the ball down the field while […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoDolphins Want Tua Tagovailoa Extension, Mulling Fair Value
The Miami Dolphins want to extend quarterback Tua Tagovailoa but are still evaluating a fair market value, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. As Schefter notes, the quarterback market shifted drastically this offseason when the Jacksonville Jaguars handed Trevor Lawrence a deal worth $55 million per year. Prior to that deal, the Dolphins likely couldn't have […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoNick Vogt's Big Week Includes Five Extra-Base Hits, Six RBI
San Diego Padres prospect Nick Vogt is a former seventh-round pick who has played a variety of outfield positions in his career. At the plate, he needs to cut down on strikeouts, especially for someone who isn't mashing dozens of homers on a yearly basis. Vogt can't afford to sacrifice discipline, which will in turn […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoDidier Fuentes Tosses Six Scoreless Frames
Atlanta Braves pitching prospect Didier Fuentes, still just 19 years old, signed with the club out of Colombia in 2022. A true athlete, Fuentes has certainly exceeded expectations early in the 2024 season by keeping his strikeout rate relatively high and maximizing his ground-ball rate. He headlines his repertoire with a fastball thrown in the […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoJohn Garcia Delivering Power Outburst
Houston Astros minor league catcher John Garcia, who wasn't selected until the 19th round of the 2022 draft, has emerged as an intriguing fantasy baseball prospect. The Grambling State product has put up terrific numbers at the plate this season, and even his relatively high strikeout rate can be excused given how well he's been […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoChristian MacLeod Strikes Out 10, Allows No Runs
Minnesota Twins minor-league starting pitcher Christian MacLeod has emerged as an intriguing name to watch among fantasy baseball prospects. He sits in the low-to-mid 90s, throwing a fastball, curveball, and changeup. The breaking ball is certainly his best offering because of its lethal vertical movement, but his changeup is also above average. The biggest issue […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoMatt Shaw Launches Four Homers In Big Week
The Chicago Cubs selected second baseman Matt Shaw with the 13th pick in the first round of last summer's draft. The talented infielder has an advanced approach and high baseball IQ at the plate, showcasing a rare blend of both aggressiveness and discipline. He produces hard contact, hits to all parts of the field, and […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoHot MLB Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Week 14
Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're heading into Week 14 of the fantasy baseball season. The minor league baseball season is off to a hot start, providing us with plenty of big plays and impressive prospect performances. It's imperative to monitor the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads thus far. The players listed here are […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoNikko Remigio Making Push For Roster Spot
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Nikko Remigio impressed while running with the first-team offense and is pushing to earn a spot on the 53-man roster, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.com. An undrafted free agent back in 2023, Remigio earned more reps this summer with Xavier Worthy (hamstring) sidelined. Remigio may struggle to pass the […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoJalen Tolbert, Jalen Brooks Competing For WR3 Role
Dallas Cowboys wide receivers Jalen Tolbert and Jalen Brooks are both candidates to open 2024 in the third slot on the depth chart behind CeeDee Lamb and Brandin Cooks, according to Todd Archer of ESPN.com. Both players have showcased their talent during OTAs and are pushing to make the WR3 competition interesting this summer. In […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoTop Fantasy Football Dynasty Sleepers Heading Into 2024 - Quarterbacks
With the 2024 NFL season approaching, dynasty fantasy football drafts are in full swing. A new crop of rookies is joining an already talented base of impact players, leaving dynasty fantasy football managers with difficult decisions regarding trades, draft picks, and roster construction. As these key decisions await managers, it is important to identify young […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoGreg Dortch Headed For Expanded Role
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Greg Dortch is expected to have an expanded role in 2024, according to Bob McManaman of the Arizona Republic. Dortch has been a steady, reliable contributor to Arizona's wide receiver corps over his two seasons with the team. Now, even though Marvin Harrison Jr. will be the focal point of the […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoXavier Gipson Takes Leap Forward Ahead Of Year 2
New York Jets wide receiver Xavier Gipson "made plays throughout OTAs and minicamp and seems to have taken a leap forward after a year of NFL experience," according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Rosenblatt even suggested that Gipson might have a leg up on the No. 3 receiver role over Malachi Corley, the fast-rising […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoMalachi Corley Still Adjusting To NFL Speed
New York Jets wide receiver Malachi Corley is still adjusting to NFL speed and the team's offense, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Specifically, Rosenblatt cautions against automatically viewing Corley as the Jets' No. 3 receiver over Xavier Gipson, who has made several players while taking a significant leap this offseason. As of now, […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoKhalil Herbert Could Be On Roster Bubble
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert could find himself on the roster bubble as the summer continues, according to Adam Jahns of The Athletic. During a new 53-man roster projection, Jahns and Kevin Fishbain tabbed Herbert to make the team out of training camp, but Jahns also wrote that "it wouldn't be surprising if Herbert […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoTyler Conklin Boosts Stock With Acrobatic Catches
New York Jets tight end Tyler Conklin "made multiple acrobatic catches" and was "one of the stars of OTAs," according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Rosenblatt notes that Conklin stands to gain a lot from Aaron Rodgers being healthy and available during the 2024 season. The tight end did catch 61 passes for 621 […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoSeahawks Signing Ricky Person Jr.
The Seattle Seahawks have signed running back Ricky Person Jr., according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC. The NC State product most recently played for the UFL's Birmingham Stallions, finishing the 2024 campaign with 93 carries, 295 rushing yards, and six touchdowns. He also tallied an additional 150 receiving yards. As of now, the expectation is […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months agoJames Washington Attempting To Make Comeback
Veteran wide receiver James Washington, who is currently a free agent, will attempt to make a comeback, according to a post on his personal Instagram account. Washington is best known for his time in Pittsburgh, but he also worked around injuries to play in two games with the Dallas Cowboys in 2022. The former second-round […]
Andersen Pickard 7 months ago