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Andy Smith - RotoBaller

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NFL, MLB, and NHL Contributor at RotoBaller. You can find me at the news desk, writing long form pieces and DFS content. I'd like to consider myself a fantasy sports expert and that my track record speaks for itself. Feel free to follow and chat with me on X @A_Smith_FS. When not writing for RotoBaller you can probably find me at a Disney Theme Park.

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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 […]

4 months ago

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 […]

4 months ago

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 […]

4 months ago

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 […]

4 months ago

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 […]

4 months ago

Tucker Flint Turning The Corner At Double-A

Los Angeles Angels outfield prospect Tucker Flint has begun to heat up at the plate over the two weeks at Double-A. In his past ten games, the 23-year-old has held a solid .310/.524/.621 slash line with a double, triple, two home runs, three RBI, a 13:11 BB:K ratio, and two swiped bags. Prior to this […]

4 months ago

Mason Albright Bounces Back In Recent Outing

Colorado Rockies starting pitching prospect Mason Albright responded well in his most recent outing after having a rough stretch. In this start, the southpaw logged seven shutout frames while striking out three and allowing only three hits. However, before this outing, the 21-year-old carried a hefty 8.86 ERA and a 2.06 WHIP in his previous […]

4 months ago

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Fantasy Baseball Prospect Risers (Week 22) - Rookies to Stash and Top Performers

We are officially in the second half of the season, and several top prospects have gotten off to a hot start in the minor leagues and begun to earn promotions. Some of these prospects can carry this success into the big leagues and become viable fantasy baseball contributors. However, the question is, do these minor-league […]

4 months ago

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FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Baseball Pickups to Target for Week 22 (August 19- August 25)

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 22 -- August 19 through August 25 -- and will point out free agents […]

4 months ago

Jasson Dominguez Promoted To The Major Leagues

New York Yankees outfield prospect Jasson Dominguez is being promoted to the major leagues for Sunday's game in Willliamsport, Penn., as the 27th man, according to Newsday. Dominguez has spent the entire summer in the minor leagues but has been limited as he has battled numerous injuries. Through 40 games split between several levels of […]

4 months ago

Jorge Soler Sitting Out On Sunday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler (hamstring) will be kept out of the lineup on Sunday afternoon for the fourth straight game. Soler was diagnosed with a mild hamstring strain on Thursday but remains day-to-day. As a result, veteran Ramon Laureano will cover right field again. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the 32-year-old's status prior […]

4 months ago

Tyler Black Struggling In Return To The Big Leagues

Milwaukee Brewers infield prospect Tyler Black has struggled at the plate since rejoining the major leagues on August 11. Black has started three out of the eight games so far and gone 1-for-11 in the batter's box. Earlier this summer in the majors, Black held a .235/.316/.294 line across 12 games. At Triple-A Nashville this […]

4 months ago

Ronel Blanco Set To Start On Tuesday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco (finger) is set to return to the bump on Tuesday against the Boston Red Sox, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. The 30-year-old was dealing with some general finger soreness after being hit by a comebacker in his previous start, but the injury does not seem serious, as […]

4 months ago

Yandy Diaz Leaves Sunday's Game Early

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz (arm) left Sunday's game early after being hit by a pitch in his left arm. The infielder was seen being checked out by a trainer before exiting the game. Diaz was replaced by Christopher Morel, who then shifted to the hot corner as Junior Caminero moved over to […]

4 months ago

Amed Rosario Headed To Cincinnati

Former Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Amed Rosario was designated for assignment this week and will now head to Cincinnati. This was a surprising move as the Dodgers traded for the infielder at the trade deadline but recently let him go when Mookie Betts (hand) returned from the injured list. The veteran infielder has held a […]

4 months ago

Isaac Paredes Scratched From Sunday's Lineup

Chicago Cubs third baseman Isaac Paredes (shoulder) was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to right shoulder discomfort, according to Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network. As a result, Patrick Wisdom will get the call to cover the hot corner and will bat in the eight-hole. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to any updates on […]

4 months ago

Bryce Harper Out Of Sunday's Lineup

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper will get a much-needed rest day on Sunday as the Phillies look to complete a three-game sweep against the Washington Nationals. Harper has started 31 straight games but has gone 0-for-7 this series. As a result, Alec Bohm will cover first base, which opens up the hot corner for […]

4 months ago

Ketel Marte Getting A Day Off On Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (ankle) will take a seat in Sunday's series finale. Marte missed three games earlier this week due to an ankle injury and but returned to the lineup on Saturday. However, the Diamondbacks will exercise caution with their star infielder and give him a day off on Sunday. As a […]

4 months ago

Travis d'Arnaud Unlikely To Play On Sunday

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (wrist) is unlikely to play on Sunday after being hit by a pitch in his wrist on Saturday evening. David O'Brien of The Athletic reported that the backstop had his wrist wrapped up, but he is feeling "ok." Manager Brian Snitker expressed that they will probably stay away from using […]

4 months ago

Freddie Freeman Has Negative X-Rays, Deemed Day-To-Day

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (finger) underwent X-rays following Saturday's game. The former MVP left the game early after jamming his finger in the sixth inning, but thankfully, the X-rays came back negative, and the star first baseman is day-to-day going forward. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to the Dodger starting nine […]

4 months ago

Tyler Stephenson Taking A Seat On Sunday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson will take a seat in Sunday's series finale and will cede catching duties to Luke Maile. Stephenson has held a strong .289/.347/.578 slash line with three home runs and seven RBI over his past 11 games. Throughout the entire campaign, Stephenson has posted a .248/.324/.457 line with 16 long balls. […]

4 months ago

Starling Marte Returns From The IL

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (knee) was activated off the 10-day IL on Sunday morning and will return to the starting lineup. He is slated to bat in the five-hole and cover right field. Marte has been sidelined for just over two months with a bruised knee. Prior to the injury, the 35-year-old carried […]

4 months ago

Osvaldo Bido Sharp Again On Saturday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Osvaldo Bido logged another strong start on Saturday afternoon as he tossed six shutout frames against the San Francisco Giants. Bido struck out six and served up just one hit and two free passes. The lone hit came from outfielder Grant McCray in the sixth frame. In his previous start, Bido […]

4 months ago

Cristopher Sanchez Tosses Complete Game On Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez tossed a complete game on Saturday to lead the Phillies to a victory. The southpaw allowed just two hits and one earned run while striking out four. This was a nice bounce back for the 27-year-old as he served up seven earned runs in his previous outing against the […]

4 months ago

Bailey Falter Tallies Eight Strikeouts In Saturday's Victory

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Bailey Falter enjoyed a nice start on Saturday afternoon as he struck out eight batters for the second time this season en route to earning his 10th victory of the summer. He allowed two earned runs, eight hits, and no free passes across six innings. In his past three outings, Falter […]

4 months ago

Rowdy Tellez Goes Deep, Brings In Three Runs On Saturday

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Rowdy Tellez went 3-for-4 with a home run and double to lead to the Pirates to a victory on Saturday afternoon. Tellez hit his 10th home run of the season in the fourth inning to score Oneil Cruz and knocked a ground-rule double later in the seventh which scored backstop Joey […]

4 months ago

Michael Wacha Punches Out Nine On Saturday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Wacha dominated on Saturday evening as he tossed six shutout frames while striking out a season-high nine batters. He allowed just four hits and one free pass. The veteran right-hander carried a modest 3.28 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and a 9:14 BB:K ratio across his previous four starts entering Saturday, […]

4 months ago

Alec Burleson Tallies Three Hits, Goes Deep On Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Alec Burleson went 3-for-4 with two singles and a long ball with two RBI on Saturday evening. Burleson launched his 21st round-tripper of the campaign in the third inning which scored shortstop Masyn Winn. Entering this game, the 25-year-old carried a .233/.250/.395 over his previous 11 games and will now carry […]

4 months ago

Jeff Driskel Stakes Claim To No. 3 Role

Washington Commanders quarterback Jeff Driskel went 11-for-15 with 82 passing yards and added 45 rushing yards on the ground on Saturday evening. With Marcus Mariota resting, Driskel served as the backup to Jayden Daniels and played quite well through the majority of the game. This performance could have solidified him as the No. 3 QB […]

4 months ago

Brian Robinson Jr. Leads Starters In Rushing But Splits Time With Austin Ekeler

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. led the rushing attack with the first-team on Saturday evening as he totaled 22 yards on three carries. The Alabama product was the lead back on the opening drive of the game but ceded those duties to Austin Ekeler on the second possession with the starters. While Ekeler […]

4 months ago

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