Miguel Sano Cracks Fifth Homer Wednesday
Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano launched his fifth homer of the season on Wednesday, although it wasn't enough for his team to defeat the New York Yankees. Sano finished the game 2-for-3 with the homer, two walks, and two RBI. The young slugger is off to a slow start in the batting average department, […]
Rookie Report: Recent MLB Prospect Call-Ups (Week 4)
Ronald Acuna. That's all you need to read. No, seriously. I could just end the column there because that's probably what everyone will be talking about for the next week at the very least. The 20-year-old finally made his highly-anticipated MLB debut on Wednesday night, but I'll get to more on that below. In addition […]
Week 4 Points Leagues - Strategy, Pickups and Cuts
We're back at it again this week with some points league advice for you guys. In last week's suggestions of players to add, players to drop and pitchers to stream there were some definite standouts, but the streaming pitchers were the highlight as they pitched 14 innings, had a 1-0 record, struck out 14 batters and […]
Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for April 27
Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire. This article, which began last season, runs seven days a week. Even with only a week and a half of the season in the books, we are always ready to stream. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on […]
Low-Level Minor Leaguers Worth Monitoring in Dynasty Leagues - Week 4
For those who play in dynasty leagues, checking minor league box scores and league leaders can become a daily routine. But it's not just the guys knocking on the door who are worth a look. There are plenty of enticing players in the lower levels of the minor leagues who could hold value in many […]
Nick Castellanos Collects Five Hits And Five RBI
Detroit Tigers right fielder Nick Castellanos had himself a day on Wednesday as the Tigers played back-to-back games against the Pirates. Castellanos started both games of the doubleheader and propelled the Tigers offense in both, notching five hits, scoring two runs, slugging a homer and driving in five runs on the day. He has really […]
Jeimer Candelario Scores Six Runs In Doubleheader
Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario had an incredible day at the dish on Wednesday in a doubleheader against Pittsburgh. On the day, Candelario collected four hits, a home run, an RBI, and six runs scored. The majority of the damage was done in Game 1, in which the youngster finished a triple shy of […]
Reds Want To Make Sure Nick Senzel Is Fully Ready Before Promoting Him
When the Atlanta Braves promoted top prospect Ronald Acuna on Wednesday, it caused many onlookers to question when the Cincinnati Reds would promote third baseman Nick Senzel. According to general manager Dick Williams, the team wants to make sure Senzel is fully ready before they bring him up to the big leagues. Williams also stated that […]
Colin Moran Goes Yard on Wednesday
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Colin Moran went 3-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in a doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. The 25-year-old got his club on the scoreboard in the second inning of Game 1 with a two-run blast, his second of the season and first since April 2. He added a […]
Johan Camargo Drives In Go-Ahead Run In Comeback Win Over Reds
Sure, Atlanta Braves third baseman Johan Camargo may ultimately be keeping the seat warm for Jose Bautista, but he's not letting that bother him. He went 2-for-5 on April 25 and drove in two runs, including the critical go-ahead run as Atlanta came back to beat Cincinnati. Camargo, who just came back from injury, should […]
Kris Bryant Will Visit With Team Doctor Thursday
Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) will meet with team physician Dr. Stephen Adams on Thursday. Adams will determine if Bryant will be able to play on Thursday. Bryant was hit in the helmet on Sunday and has not played since. He has been taking batting practice, which is a good sign, but there […]
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/26/18): MLB DFS Lineups
We've got three slates on DraftKings tonight, with an early slate starting at 12:35 pm eastern and the featured slate kicking off at 7 pm. This article will cover players on every slate. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings on 4/26/18. The lineup picks will […]
FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (4/26/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
We have a splits slate of games, but the majority of them are on the 7 PM main slate. There are some fantastic pitching options on the slate, so you will need to find some value plays out there to fit these aces in your lineups. In this article, I will be providing you with […]
Tim Beckham Could be Out until July
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Tim Beckham was placed on the disabled list Wednesday with a groin injury. The injury appears to be much more serious than originally expected and could keep Beckham out for two months, with a DL stint into July being a possibility. Beckham will undergo core surgery. The Orioles third baseman was […]
Jeimer Candelario (3B, DET) - Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 17% of Yahoo leagues ANALYSIS: Fantasy owners have been tripping over themselves whilst rushing to the waiver wire to snag Miguel Andujar, but there's another American League rookie third baseman worthy of consideration. Jeimer Candelario has recorded at least one hit in eight of his last nine games, […]
Miguel Andujar (3B, NYY) - Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 64% of Yahoo leagues ANALYSIS: Miguel Andujar's ownership rate has skyrocketed in the last 48 hours, from the low teens to above 60 percent. That tends to happen when a former top prospect for one of the league's marquee teams records a six-game hitting streak that includes five […]
Matt Carpenter Is Out of the Lineup for Wednesday's Game
St. Louis Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. Jedd Gyorko is starting at third base, with Kolten Wong at second, and Jose Martinez at first. More often than not, it seems the Cardinals will go with Martinez at first and Gyorko at third, […]
Daniel Vogelbach Headed to Triple-A
Seattle Mariners first baseman Daniel Vogelbach is reportedly headed to Triple-A Tacoma. It appears corner infielder Ryon Healy (ankle) is ready to return to the big league club after a rehab assignment. Vogelbach was decent during his stint in Seattle, but should be left on the waiver wire in all leagues. Healy was struggling before […]
Alex Bregman's Double Clears The Bases En Route To Win
Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman hit a bases-loaded double, keying the Astros offensive attack in their 5-2 win over the Angels on Wednesday. It wasn't the hardest hit baseball in Bregman's career, but it was enough on a day when starter Justin Verlander was mowing down Angels hitters. Bregman has slowly begun to heat up […]
Isiah Kiner-Falefa to Start at Third; Drew Robinson In at Second
With Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) hitting the disabled list officially, the Rangers will use infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa at the hot corner against the A's in his absence. Fellow rookie Drew Robinson will slot in at second on Wednesday. Texas can't get anything to go right on the injury front in 2018 and with Joey […]
Rangers Place Adrian Beltre On DL, Activate Doug Fister
The Texas Rangers placed third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) on the 10-day disabled list Wednesday with a left hamstring strain. Outfielder Ryan Rua was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock, and starting pitcher Doug Fister (hip) was activated from the DL in order to start against the A's. Reliever Matt Bush was also optioned to the […]
Tim Beckham Placed On DL
The Baltimore Orioles placed third baseman Tim Beckham (groin) on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to April 24) with a left groin strain on Wednesday. Infielder Jace Peterson was added to the 25-man roster in a corresponding move. After breaking out last season, Beckham was off to a rough start, hitting just .179 with a […]
Kris Bryant Remains Out On Wednesday
Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) remains out Wednesday. Bryant was hit in the head by German Marquez on Sunday and hasn’t played since. Bryant remains day-to-day and will be replaced by Tommy La Stella, who will bat fifth. La Stella can be avoided in all formats. Bryant should be back sometime this weekend.
Evan Longoria Resting Wednesday
San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria will have Wednesday afternoon off. Longoria has rebounded after a slow start to the season. Pablo Sandoval will replace Longoria at third base and bat fifth. Sandoval can be avoided Wednesday in DFS as he’ll face Max Scherzer. Longoria should be back in the lineup Friday versus the […]
Mike Moustakas' Hitting Streak Ends At 14 Games
Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas finally got saddled with a hitless showing on Tuesday night. This brought his 14-game hitting streak to a close, and he'll just have to go back to being the best player on the team without a hit streak. Moustakas has been one of the only bright parts of […]
Tyler Nevin Is Healthy And Performing Well
Colorado Rockies third base prospect Tyler Nevin went 2-for-5 with one run and two RBI for Class A Lancaster on Tuesday. Nevin is now hitting .318 with four doubles, one home run and eight RBI. Nevin has had health issues to start his career, but appears to be fully healthy and ready for a breakout […]
Christian Villanueva Sitting, Chase Headley Playing Third Base
San Diego Padres third baseman Christian Villanueva is sitting Wednesday. That is good news for Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray, as Villanueva is hitting .356 with seven home runs this season. Third baseman Chase Headley will take Villanueva's place in the lineup. Headley is hitting just .088 this season and is 1-for-6 when facing […]
Austin Riley Hits Another Home Run
Atlanta Braves third base prospect Austin Riley hit his fourth home run of the season for Double-A Mississippi on Monday. The Braves third baseman of the future has been on fire to start the season. Riley is now hitting .373 with four home runs and 15 RBI. The Braves recent signing of Jose Bautista may […]
Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for April 26
Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. Even at this early juncture, there's value in streaming. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest […]
2018 Prospects: Top 30 Impact Rookies for Fantasy Leagues (Week 4)
Hello everyone, and welcome to my weekly Top-30 Fantasy Rankings for Impact Rookies! In this series, I will be going over the top prospects in baseball and discussing which ones figure to have an impact for the rest of this fantasy baseball season. This was a big week for prospect promotions. Sure, Franklin Barreto was […]