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Ah starting pitchers. The draft picks that can win you championships come September or be off your team a week after the draft. Despite injuries such as Tommy John surgery being widely unpredictable and break out seasons like the one from Jake Arrieta being few and far between, it's vitally important to prepare a plan as for when […]
Full Story »David Ortiz: 2015 Fantasy Baseball Bust?
Buy At Your Own Risk The Boston Red Sox did their damage before December rolled around this offseason, securing Hanley Ramirez and Pablo Sandoval to long-term deals to solidify their infield. Combined with full seasons from Mookie Betts and Rusney Castillo, expectations are high in Beantown to become a juggernaut offense. On that note, […]
Full Story »MLB Closer Breakdown: AL West Edition - 2015 Fantasy Baseball
Los Angeles Angels The Angels received Huston Street in a six-player trade in July of last year, and they were not disappointed. He converted 23 of his 24 save chances with the Padres, and would go on to save 17 more games for the Halos in an All-Star caliber season. The 41 saves were […]
Full Story »Hunter Pence Out 6-8 Weeks With Broken Ulna
Hunter Pence, the only player in the MLB to play in every game for the past two seasons, will miss six to eight weeks after being hit by a pitch in Thursday's exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs. Pence was hit on the left forearm by Cubs prospect Corey Black late in the sixth inning. […]
Full Story »MLB Podcast on RotoBaller Radio: Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Draft Strategy
Preseason Fantasy Baseball Analysis: Starting Pitcher Draft Strategy RotoBaller is very excited about the launch of our very own radio station. You can now find our new shows on BlogTalkRadio live or on demand, and on iTunes under podcasts. Every Wednesday night at 9:30 PM EST, RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph and co-host Anthony Aniano of DraftSmashers Radio […]
Full Story »Week 19 Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: NBA Deep Sleepers
Now in Week 19 of the 2014-15 NBA season, the waiver wire is a crucial part of the weekly/daily routine of fantasy basketball managers. The following group of players are not of the typical standard-league variety, but rather options for those participating in deeper formats. Unless you have the roster space to stash one of […]
Full Story »Philadelphia Eagles Trade LeSean McCoy To Bills
In case you were worried the pre-draft months would be boring or something, don't worry: the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly reached an agreement to trade running back LeSean McCoy to Buffalo for linebacker Kiko Alonso. The trade can't go official until the start of the new league year next Tuesday, but you […]
Full Story »J.D. Martinez (OF, DET) - 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings Analysis
ADP: 114 RANKING STATUS: Overvalued ANALYSIS: Before the season started, the Detroit Tigers took a chance on J.D. Martinez with a minor league contract. They called him up in late April and he rewarded them with a slash line of .315/.358/.553 with 23 home runs, 76 RBI, and 57 R scored. With the departure of Torii […]
Full Story »Five Players Whose New 2015 Team Will Impact Their Performance (NL Edition)
The Newbies Spring Training is finally underway, and while some players are still looking for new homes, the dust has mostly settled from the offseason. Odds are that your favorite team is probably not a contender, even with whatever moves they made over the winter, but what about your fantasy team? Here […]
Full Story »Week 21 NHL Risers and Fallers for Fantasy Hockey
Hey RotoBallers. Here is my week 21 rundown of NHL Forwards, Defensemen and Goaltenders whose fantasy hockey values have been rising and falling over the past week of action. The rising players can be considered fantasy hockey sleepers or waiver wire pickups, depending on your league size and format. For those trending downward, it might […]
Full Story »Three Starting Pitchers Who Will Outperform Their 2015 ADP
Pitching Gold Mine In football they say defense wins championships. Well in fantasy baseball, pitching wins championships. Cheap pitching, to be specific. Each year I take joy in uncovering hidden gems come draft day, sniping the quality young names that haven’t commanded a heavy price tag yet. In this article I will share three […]
Full Story »Austin Jackson: 2015 Fantasy Baseball Outfield Bounce Back Candidate
Bounce-Back Candidate in 2015 Once a prospect in the Yankees' system, Austin Jackson was dealt to Detroit prior to the 2010 season as part of a three-team swap that also included names like Curtis Granderson and Max Scherzer. He made an immediate impact that year, posting a .293/.345/.400 triple slash line while scoring 103 […]
Full Story »Waiver Wire Pickups, Adds and Sleepers for Fantasy Hockey (Week 21)
What’s up RotoBallers? Welcome to my week 21 edition of the fantasy hockey waiver wire. Below are a few skaters at each position that can help steer your fantasy hockey team toward a championship. Whether your fantasy hockey team is dealing with injuries or lack of production, these NHL players will help you get back […]
Full Story »Week 19 Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: NBA Forwards
We are beginning to enter the final stage of separating the contenders from the pretenders, both in The Association and fantasy leagues. The following forwards, whether of the “sleeper” variety or just cashing in temporarily on an unforeseen opportunity, almost certainly deserve attention across the various formats during Week 19 of the campaign. Position Eligibility […]
Full Story »Daniel Murphy (2B, NYM) - 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings Analysis
CURRENT ADP: 140 RANKINGS STATUS: Undervalued ANALYSIS: New York Met’s second basemen Daniel Murphy is not your typical fantasy stud. His lack of power numbers triggers a red flag to most fantasy owners who know how valuable a power bat can be in their lineup. Murphy’s other attributes like his constant knack for getting base hits and […]
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