Daiverson Gutierrez Moving Up To Single-A

New York Mets catching prospect Daiverson Gutierrez is being promoted to Single-A St. Lucie, according to MiLB Central. The 18-year-old has spent the past two seasons in the Rookie League. In 2023, the backstop held an underwhelming .186/.321/.244 slash line with just two round-trippers in 50 games. However, this summer, Gutierrez has taken a significant […]

Spencer Nivens Named Midwest League Player Of The Week

Kansas City Royals outfield prospect Spencer Nivens was named High-A Midwest League Player Of The Week. In his past seven games, Nivens has tallied at least one hit in each of them with a stellar .538/.625/.1.192 line and four home runs. Nivens was carrying a four-game hitting streak prior to this big week so he […]

Fantasy Football Sleepers to Draft in Deeper Leagues

While most fantasy leagues are typically 12-team formats, you may find yourself in a 14 or even 16-team league with deeper bench spots. This dramatically increases the draft pool and makes the waiver wire almost bare, at least initially, until injuries pile up throughout the season. As a result, deeper league managers must be very […]

Trace McSorley Shines In Preseason Finale

Washington Commanders quarterback Trace McSorley shined in the second half as he threw for 125 yards with a passing score and added 40 yards on the ground. The former Penn State product led the Commanders to all of their 20 points in the second half. McSorley tallied his passing score in the final minutes of […]

Cade York Perfect In Preseason Finale

Washington Commanders kicker Cade York went 2-for-2 on field goal attempts and 1-for-1 on extra-point attempts on Sunday evening. York joined the Commanders via a trade from the Cleveland Browns on Thursday in exchange for a seventh-round pick. The Commanders waived Riley Patterson, who had struggled this preseason, which left York as the only kicker […]

Mitchell Tinsley Makes Impact On Sunday Evening

Washington Commanders wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley had his best game of the preseason on Sunday evening as he caught four passes for 37 yards. This starkly contrasts the previous two games, as he was held off the scoresheet against the Jets and caught only two passes for eight yards last week against the Dolphins. While […]

Michael Wiley Tallies Rushing Score In Preseason Finale

Washington Commanders rookie running back Michael Wiley tallied 26 yards on the ground with a rushing score on Sunday evening. This was his second rushing score of the preseason, and he ran for 67 yards over the past three weeks. Wiley joined the Commanders as an undrafted free agent this offseason and could have earned […]

Jeff Driskel Struggles In Preseason Finale

Washington Commanders quarterback Jeff Driskel got the starting nod in Sunday's preseason finale as the Commanders opted to rest starting quarterback Jayden Daniels and backup Marcus Mariota. Driskel tallied 73 passing yards while going 12-for-18 with an interception and no scores. His longest pass of the evening was for 12 yards to wideout Mitchell Tinsley. […]

Joey Bart Lifted From Sunday's Game

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Joey Bart (hamstring) was lifted from Sunday's game due to left hamstring discomfort, according to the team. The team further reported that the backstop will undergo further medical testing. He was replaced by outfielder Conner Joe. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to any updates regarding the 27-year-old before Monday's game against […]

Paul Blackburn Hits The 15-Day Injured List

New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (hand) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Sunday afternoon with a right-hand contusion. In a corresponding move, the Mets promoted right-handed pitcher Huascar Brazoban from Triple-A Syracuse. The 30-year-old starting pitcher suffered the injury in his previous start on Friday evening, but his CT scan returned […]

Jonathan Bermudez Promoted To The Major Leagues

Miami Marlins starting pitching prospect Jonathan Bermudez is being promoted to the major league roster on Sunday afternoon. In a corresponding move, the Marlins transferred Dane Myers to the 60-day IL and optioned Emmanuel Ramirez to Triple-A Jacksonville. Bermudez spent most of the summer at Double-A and held a solid 2.53 ERA and a 1.13 […]

Max Kepler Dealing With Knee Soreness

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (knee) was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to left-knee soreness, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic. As a result, he was replaced by Manuel Margot. It is still unclear how severe the injury is, so fantasy managers should consider the 31-year-old to be day-to-day for the time being. If […]

Francisco Alvarez Out Of Sunday's Lineup

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez will get the day off on Sunday as the Mets look to clinch a series victory over the San Diego Padres. As a result, Luis Torrens will be behind the dish and bat in the eight-hole. In his past six games, Alvarez has tallied only one hit, which was […]

Will Smith Taking A Seat On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith will be taking a seat in Sunday's series finale as the Dodgers play the final game of a three-game set against the Tampa Bay Rays. Instead, Hunter Feduccia will get the starting nod, as the typical backup catcher Austin Barnes (toe), is currently on the 10-day injured list. Smith […]

Kolby Allard Getting Starting Nod On Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Kolby Allard is being promoted from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to make a spot start in Sunday's series finale against the Kansas City Royals. Allard has made three starts at the major league level this summer and has held a 3.46 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP across 13 innings of work. At […]

Ben Rice Sitting On Sunday

New York Yankees first baseman/catcher Ben Rice is not in Sunday's lineup as the Yankees close out a three-game set against the Colorado Rockies. Rice will take a seat as southpaw Austin Gomber is set to take the mound for the Rockies. However, Rice has surprisingly started against left-handed pitchers twice this week, so this […]

Jacob Lopez Set To Start On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitching prospect Jacob Lopez is set to start Sunday's series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Right-hander Shane Baz was scheduled to be on the bump this afternoon for the Rays but was scratched due to an illness. As a result, the No. 16 ranked prospect in the system is being […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Out On Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is not in Sunday's lineup as the Diamondbacks look to complete a three-game sweep against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday afternoon. Gurriel has held a strong .361/.442/.500 line in his past ten games but will take a seat for the second time this week. As a result, Pavin […]

Tyler O'Neill Returns To Starting Nine On Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Tyler O'Neill (finger) is returning to the lineup on Sunday afternoon. The outfielder missed the past two games due to left finger inflammation but has been cleared to return to game action. The 29-year-old will get the nod in left field and bat in the five-hole. O'Neill has been in a […]

FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Baseball Pickups to Target for Week 23 (Aug 26 - Sep 1)

Baseball season is officially in full swing. If you have an interest or a need in tweaking with your team, then you have come to the right place. This FAAB fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups series will be looking at Week 23 -- August 26 through September 1 -- and will point out free agents […]

Top-5 MLB Pitching Prospects To Stash For Week 22 Fantasy Baseball Redraft Leagues (2024)

Welcome back to our top starting pitcher fantasy baseball prospects to stash for Week 22 of the 2024 MLB season. Today, we'll be taking a look at top MLB pitching prospects, including a few new faces who have been performing very well at Triple-A. Several of the sport's top pitching prospects who have been recurring members […]

Camilo Doval Set To Return To The Major Leagues

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Camilo Doval is set to return to the major leagues on Saturday, according to Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic. Doval was surprisingly optioned to Triple-A Sacramento earlier in August after posting a poor 8.59 ERA and a 1.91 WHIP in his previous seven 1/3 frames. At Triple-A, the right-hander held […]

Jesus Sanchez, Kyle Stowers Sitting On Saturday

Miami Marlins outfielders Jesus Sanchez and Kyle Stowers are both out of Saturday's lineup as the Marlins continue a three-game set against the Chicago Cubs. Both Sanchez and Stowers will get the day off because the Cubs are sending out southpaw Shota Imanaga. As a result, Derek Hill will cover left field, David Hensley will […]

Yordan Alvarez Sitting Again On Saturday

Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (neck) is being kept out of the lineup for the second straight day due to neck discomfort. As a result, Mauricio Dubon will cover left field and bat in the nine-hole this afternoon. Before the injury, Alvarez was carrying an incredible .364/.475/.652 line with five long balls, 12 RBI, and […]

Jackson Holliday Taking A Seat On Saturday

Baltimore Orioles rookie infielder Jackson Holliday will take a seat on Saturday afternoon as the Orioles continue a four-game set against the Houston Astros. The top prospect has not tallied a hit in his past six games and will get a much-needed break to get himself back on track. Prior to the slump, the former […]

Cedric Mullins Kept Out Of Saturday's Lineup

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins (quadriceps) is not in Saturday's lineup as the Orioles continue a series against the Houston Astros. Mullins was lifted from Friday evening's contest due to tightness and will be given a day off to rest. As a result, Colton Cowser will shift to center field, which opens up left and […]

Ryan Mountcastle Remains Out On Saturday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle (wrist) is out of Saturday's game due to a wrist injury. The 27-year-old was also kept out of yesterday's lineup. As a result, Ryan O'Hearn will cover first base and bat in the eight-hole. Even though Mountcastle is set to miss his second consecutive game, fantasy managers should consider […]

Alejo Lopez Stays Hot At Triple-A, Could Return To Majors

Atlanta Braves infield prospect Alejo Lopez has enjoyed an excellent season at Triple-A Gwinnett but has been especially impressive as of late and could be a candidate to return to the majors. Across his past seven games, Lopez has been riding a stellar .500/.559/.750 line with three doubles, two triples, 14 RBI, and a 4:3 […]

Ryan Noda Swinging A Hot Bat Through August

Oakland Athletics first baseman Ryan Noda has been swinging a hot bat through August at Triple-A Las Vegas and could be a candidate to return to the majors down the stretch. Since August 1, the 28-year-old boasts a stellar .354/.466/.875 line with seven doubles, six home runs, and 13 RBI. This is an excellent sign […]

Reid Detmers Tosses Gem At Triple-A

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers tossed a gem in his most recent outing at Triple-A and could be on his way back to the major leagues. In this start, the southpaw logged eight innings of one-run ball while striking out 11 batters. He allowed just three hits and two free passes. This was […]