Week 20 Buy and Sell Hitters for Fantasy Baseball

We're nearing the season's end and it is becoming easier to discern those bound for the playoffs and those destined to rebuild for years to come. In some leagues, there may be a trade deadline and it may have already passed. Well, that would be too bad. There's plenty of trends begging to be exploited at […]

MLB Ready Prospects: Top 30 Rankings for Fantasy (Week 20)

UPDATE: I had mistakenly reported that Nomar Mazara had been called up to the big leagues. He in fact has been promoted to AAA, but won't be joining the big-league club at this time. If and when he does get the call in September, Mazara may be given quite a lot of playing time, especially for […]

Wieters (Hamstring) Expected Back Tuesday For Orioles

Matt Wieters is expected to be back in the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles after a week out of action because of a hamstring issue, according to MASNsports.com. The 29-year-old catcher left last Tuesday’s game with a right hamstring strain. He hasn’t played since but was able to run the bases on Monday without any […]

Cut List: Players to Consider Cutting In Fantasy Baseball (Week 20)

This week, I could make an entire #Cutlist about catchers. Savvy owners that don't employ Buster Posey, Russell Martin, Brian McCann, Carlos Santana or the great Kyle Schwarber might just consider leaving the position empty for a while. Other than Buster Posey, no catcher is ranked in the top 100 and only three are ranked in the […]

Five Corner Infield Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds for Week 20

Save for one, each of the players we’ll cover today enjoys eligibility at multiple positions – either the middle infield or catcher. Especially in extreme formats (both deep leagues and leagues with small  benches), these types offer excellent flexibility to owners looking to squeeze every bit of blood from the stone of their roster. No […]

Which EPL Players Are the Most Valuable Transfer Options For Matchday Two

After an exciting opening to the Premier League Season, fantasy owners now have some added clarity regarding this season’s emerging stars. Defying expectations, Matchday One’s top performers were not the transfer window splash signings or the 100,000 pound-per-week stars, but rather unheralded playmakers from mid-level clubs. The following eight players were selected as the top […]

English Premier League Match Of The Week: Manchester City v Chelsea Analysis

The machinations of the fixture fixer has already thrown up a mouth watering encounter on just the second weekend of the new EPL season as Manchester City will host current title champions, Chelsea, this Sunday afternoon (Kick-off 11am ET). Inevitably, almost enticingly, Chelsea's season has begun with a wobble both on and off the field […]

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds : Week 20

This is when some of the most important moves happen in the fantasy baseball season. Now is not the time to get complacent, and stay active off the waiver wire to keep your team producing. It's time to do your homework and give these catchers a look. Don't be satisfied with your spot in the […]

Montero Slams Walk-Off Homer For Cubs 6th Straight Win

Miguel Montero delivered a walk-off home run in the 10th inning on Wednesday for another Chicago Cubs victory. Montero went 1-for-3 with a walk but the one blast that mattered was the solo homer in extras to help the Cubs defeat the Milwaukee Brewers and stay as the hottest team in MLB with their sixth […]

MLB DFS - Lineup Picks & Sleepers - DraftKings Advice for 8/13/15

On a day with only nine games, the options are limited. You need to make each pick worthwhile and be able to afford the top pitchers on Thursday, August 13th. I have gathered the statistical information from each game and have found the best matchups with reasonable prices. With fewer games, you need to find […]

MLB Ready Prospects: Top 30 Rankings for Fantasy (Week 19)

Jose Peraza was recently called up by the Los Angeles Dodgers. He should be owned in all leagues because of his speed and shortstop eligibility. Peraza will likely lose playing time when Howie Kendrick returns from his injury, but it appears Kendrick will be out for awhile. To be clear, this list is not the […]

Nick Hundley (C, COL) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 47% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: Fantasy owners truly believed that the catcher to own in Colorado was Wilin Rosario. He gave owners flexibility in their lineups to play at C, 1B, CI and seemingly had the higher upside as a hitter. Then Nick Hundley came walking in the door […]

Caleb Joseph (C, BAL) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in Two-Catcher Leagues OWNED IN: 9% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: If you have Matt Wieters this is the best equivalent of a handcuff in the baseball world. It means you should have Joseph on your team to play when Wieters does not. Wieters is going to DH and catch while Joseph gets added time […]

Hank Conger (C, HOU) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deeper Two-Catcher Leagues OWNED IN: 1% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: Houston overhauled some big parts of their lineup to give their offense an even bigger boost to make a serious run at the playoffs. However catching duties have been relegated to two players who are quite frankly both performing. Conger over the past […]

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds: Week 19

With about a month to go until the playoffs in many fantasy baseball leagues, grabbing some help in your Catcher department just might get you over the hump. Some teams might not be taking the position seriously or have a big name that they are relying on to get them through the home stretch. Here […]

Top Hitters to Stream in Week 19: Head-to-Head & Weekly Leagues

Below are my top MLB hitter streamer options for Week 19 of fantasy baseball. All players listed here are 50% owned or less in Yahoo leagues and play seven games this week.  There is a shallow crop of streamers this week as only seven teams play seven games. Streaming hitters is a great way to […]

Deep League Waiver Wire: Week 19

This week we will be in part discussing the sleeper side of the David Price deal, why the Phillies are now a hot high-upside team, and why Joe Maddon gets a sick kick out of tossing around save opportunities. Buckle up. For other waiver wire options, check out RotoBaller’s fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups list. […]

Cut List: Players to Consider Cutting In Fantasy Baseball (Week 18)

It’s been a hell of a week - and not just in the world of baseball. There was a huge thunderstorm and my house got struck by lightning causing my basement to flood. Even worse, crazy winds carried my bbq grill off my deck and smashed it into pieces. So, in honor of my BBQ, I […]

Rangers Acquire Napoli In Deal With Red Sox

The Texas Rangers have acquired Mike Napoli from the Boston Red Sox, according to WEEI.com. The deal has yet to be confirmed by the Red Sox. Napoli is a free agent at the end of the season, and the Red Sox seem unlikely to re-sign him. He’s struggled this year, hitting .207/.307/.386 with 13 homers and 40 […]

Welington Castillo (C, ARI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 22% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Welington Castillo just had the series of his life against a Seattle Mariners team that traded him away earlier this season. In two games, the 28-year-old backstop went 3-for-7 with three homers, four RBI, and three runs scored. He continued that against the Astros, going 5-for-12 with one […]

Francisco Cervelli (C, PIT) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 22% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Francisco Cervelli was quite a pick-up for the Pirates this off-season when they lost Russell Martin. Cervelli has made the transition much more bearable for the team and fans, especially with his consistency. He’s got a slash line of .301/.371/.409 which perfectly illustrates the type of fantasy player […]

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds: Week 18

July is now over, and we’re creeping closer to the playoffs of the MLB fantasy season. Where does your team stand? Need to replace an injured catcher? Looking for a reliable backup? RotoBaller has you covered with analysis on three catchers who may be free agents in your league, who you can target off the waiver wire in Week […]

Week 18 Buy and Sell Hitters for Fantasy Baseball

With the trade deadline in the recent past, the league's top teams have loaded their lineups in hopes of strengthening the odds of a playoff berth. The flurry of trades this time of year have a variety of effects on players' fantasy stock. Of course, a player being dealt from a losing team to a […]

MLB Ready Prospects: Top 30 Rankings for Fantasy (Week 18)

As if the trade deadline weren’t intriguing enough, there have been plenty of prospects to receive the call up shortly thereafter. Tyler Duffey will be making a spot start for the Twins, Daniel Norris recently dominated the Orioles with his new club (the Tigers), and Jon Gray was recently promoted as well. The most interesting […]

J.T. Realmuto (C, MIA) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 8% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Realmuto was a two position star for part of his minor league career at SS and C. But when the Marlins needed him to convert to a full time catcher, he delivered. He has been given the shot this year to take over the […]

Curt Casali (C, TB) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 3% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Casali bided his time behind the likes of Rene Rivera and Bobby Wilson to get a real shot at being the answer at backstop for the Tampa Bay Rays. He has not disappointed since receiving the vote of confidence. Casali has launched 7 HR […]

Welington Castillo (C, ARI) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 4% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Castillo came over in the trade for Mark Trumbo and has helped fill the void at C for the high powered offense of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Since the trade from Seattle, Castillo has buffed his BA by 100 points to a respectful .258 with 9 HR and […]

Travis d’Arnaud (C, NYM) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 22% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: The New York Mets have been struggling to find a replacement for their young catcher since he went down with an injury in late June. But have no fear, he is back! He was hitting .280 and had a SLG% above .500. He […]

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds: Week 17

The Catcher position in fantasy baseball is such a premiere position that most fantasy owners have trouble getting sustained production. Injuries and poor play can cost an owner vital stats from this spot that can be remedied easily through perusing their friendly waiver wire. Here are some names to look for to fill the void […]

D'Arnaud (Elbow) Possibly Back This Weekend For Mets

Travis d’Arnaud is slated to make his return to the New York Mets over the weekend against the Washington Nationals. The Mets catcher went 1-for-3 with a single while catching seven innings for Double-A Binghamton on Monday. D’Arnaud will catch a full game on Tuesday, which could be his final game during his rehab stint […]