The Cut List (Week 8) - Time to Let Go?

May is half over. That's scarcely believable, but it's true. Much more believable but equally true: there are plenty of players that should be axed. April showers can't bring May flowers for everyone, and some players even got that proverb mixed up: they are following up April flowers with damp May production. This analogy is […]

Jed Lowrie Moved To 60-Day IL

New York Mets second basemen Jed Lowrie (hamstring) has been moved to the 60-day IL. Lowrie has already spent 53 days on the 10-day IL so this move is not a sign that he will be out long term. However, there has been little to no news since he suffered a setback early last week, […]

Eric Sogard Scratched From Lineup Monday

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Eric Sogard (thumb) has been removed from the lineup Monday with a left thumb sprain. Sogard was originally slated to hit leadoff in the Blue Jays' Monday matinee against the Red Sox. Since joining the Blue Jays this season, Sogard has been on a tear, hitting .295 with a .904 OPS […]

Barrel Leaders - Statcast Hitter Studs and Duds (Week 8)

We're back to revisit Barrels this time but with a slight twist. Back in Week 4, I looked at players at the very top and bottom of the Statcast leaderboard for Barrels per Plate Appearance. To check out that analysis and a detailed explanation of what makes a Barrel so valuable, click here. To differentiate […]

2B and SS Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 8

In the blink of an eye we find ourselves well into the latter-half of May, and as always, we are still trying to find answers and long-term truths. While it wasn't necessarily a week of attention-grabbing headlines, you may have noticed that I have continuously remarked about the surprising starts for the season, so let's […]

Ryan McMahon Hits Two Home Runs

In a late push to save his playing time, Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon went yard twice against Philly on Sunday. It was McMahon's first start of the series, and he took full advantage as he drilled solo shots in the fourth and sixth innings of the team's fourth-straight loss. McMahon was seemingly handed the […]

Whit Merrifield Walks Twice Against LAA

Kansas City Royals utility man Whit Merrifield was held hitless in Sunday's game, but he still walked twice and scored a run. Considering Merrifield is a leadoff hitter known for his on-base skills and tendency to steal, it would make sense that he'd walk regularly, but Merrifield hasn't been doing that much recently. In fact, […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Monday May 20th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for May 20th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/20/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Tonight's main slate starts at 7:05pm eastern and covers eight games. There's also an all day slate starting at 1:05pm eastern that includes two early games. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel on 5/20/2019. These picks will range from some of the elite players to mid-priced […]

Jose Peraza Homers In Loss

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jose Peraza went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in an 8-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Peraza connected for the two-run blast in the ninth inning, after the game was out of hand. The young infielder has really struggled this season, hitting .203 with four homers, 14 runs, […]

Two-Start Pitcher Preview: After Hours With RotoBaller Radio

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discuss the 2019 fantasy baseball season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87): Monday through Friday from 6-7 am ET Monday through Friday from 1-2 pm ET Saturdays from 5-7 pm ET You can […]

Brendan Rodgers is Sitting Out on Sunday

Colorado Rockies infielder Brendan Rodgers (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Rodgers started his first two games after his promotion, but managed just one hit in eight at-bats. Ryan McMahon will draw the start at second base and bat seventh versus righty Jerad Eickhoff. McMahon is not […]

Jose Altuve Will Likely Need Rehab Assignment

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring) is expected to go on a rehab assignment this week, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Altuve has been on the injured list for about a week. He'll likely only need a few rehab games before he's able to rejoin the Astros lineup. Fantasy owners should expect to have […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/19/19): MLB DFS Lineups

The MLB has blessed up with a huge Sunday slate, consisting of 15 games, eight of which will start just after one o'clock so make sure you get your lineups set. We have plenty of things to go through, but will be focused on two expensive pitchers while still getting a couple of top-notch bats […]

Jonathan Schoop Drives In Five

Minnesota Twins second baseman Jonathan Schoop turned in a huge game in an 18-4 blowout win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday. Schoop wound up going 3-for-5 with two homers and five RBI in his best game in a Minnesota uniform to date. The veteran second baseman is hitting .280 with an .841 OPS, eight […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/19/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

It's Sunday, so we've got the 15 game all day slate for us starting at 1:05pm eastern. The main slate also starts at the same time. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel on 5/19/2019. These picks will range from some of the elite players to mid-priced […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Sunday May 19th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for May 19th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We're playing the back nine of May and leaving that "25% complete" sign for the fantasy baseball season in the dust. This time of year has been particularly exciting, as mega prospects are being called up left and right. Many are widely owned and […]

Ryan McMahon Expected To See Less Time

Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon was up against Garrett Hampson in spring training for the second base job, but he seems to have won that since Hampson's been sent down after a terrible first month. Unfortunately, instead of getting a breather, McMahon's just gotten more celebrated competition. Top prospect Brendan Rodgers was called up to […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Saturday May 18th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for May 18th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/18/19): MLB DFS Lineups

Saturday brings us a full day of baseball, with 15 games covering close to 12 full hours. Those games split into two slates for DFS purposes, with two games missing from the slate altogether. There is a six game slate which kicks off at 4.05 pm, before a seven game slate at 7.15 pm. Both […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/18/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

It's Saturday and that means us baseball fans are treated to a full 15-game slate. Luckily, we only have one forecast to worry about and that happens to be the Texas-St. Louis game. Unfortunately, that's one of the highest totals on the slate and it'll be critical to monitor that forecast prior to submitting lineups. […]

Brendan Rodgers Will Start Again

Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers will remain in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Rodgers made his MLB debut on Friday, but went hitless. Ryan McMahon is struggling with the bat, so Rodgers should continue seeing playing time. Rodgers will bat seventh and play second base versus righty Aaron Nola. […]

Jose Peraza is Resting on Saturday

Cincinnati Reds infielder Jose Peraza (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Peraza continues to struggle with the bat, so he'll sit the bench in this one. Derek Dietrich will draw the start at second base and bat sixth versus righty Walker Buehler. Dietrich doesn't have much […]

H2H Category Streamers - Week 8 Waiver Wire

There are plenty of strategies that fantasy managers explore in hopes of getting an advantage over their opponent. Heavy lineup, heavy starting pitchers, no catcher, all (or mostly) reliever staff, no reliever staff, etc. Even if you play a balanced lineup, injuries can cause holes. A few weeks without a key player won’t kill a […]

Franmil Reyes and the Javy Baez School of Hard Knocks

For almost a month straight, Franmil Reyes did not take a walk. While that’s not a good thing, I’m not convinced that it’s a bad thing either. Since April 18th, Franmil Reyes has hit nine home runs, and that is definitely a good thing. Reyes’ carrying tool is his power. Walks don’t provide him a path […]

Buy or Sell - Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 8

We are at the quarter mark of the fantasy season and things are starting to figure themselves out. For example, Kris Bryant has seemingly found his stroke and shut the window closed on buy-low opportunities. Several other players around the league are also beginning to find their groove, yet there are still a few inefficiencies […]

Dee Gordon Logs Two Hits, Steal In Loss

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon had a good night at the plate Friday going 2-for-4 with a stolen base. Both hits went for singles as he scored the team’s only run of the game in a 7-1 loss. Gordon’s steal was his 12th of the year, which ties him for third in the majors, […]

The Waiver Wire Watch List: Week 8

As important as it is to be active on the waiver wire, snagging that next hot bat or pitcher on a roll before anyone else can, let's be honest--there are only so many roster spots. That's why your watch list is just as important as your waiver wire activity, and perhaps even more so. Throughout […]

Jonathan Villar Hits Three-Run Home Run Friday

Baltimore Orioles second baseman/shortstop Jonathan Villar looked to end his recent woes at the plate in Friday's 5-1 win over the Indians, going 1-for-4 with a three-run home run, his fifth of the season. His HR made up for the two errors he made as the O's got the win. Despite the blast, Villar has […]