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Once an Ace, Now a Sleeper Before I even start writing this article, I need all of you readers out there who drafted Justin Verlander as your number two or even number one starting pitcher in 2013-2014 to leave your grudges at the door. Same goes for those of you who traded for Verlander at […]
Full Story »2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Shorstop (SS) - February Update
Last month we brought you RotoBaller's preliminary shortstop fantasy baseball rankings. The February update is here. We'll be releasing all the other positional rankings updates this week, with analysis from all the RotoBaller writers on their favorite risers and fallers at each MLB position. Make sure to also check out our MLB Fantasy Baseball Rankings blog, along with all of RotoBaller […]
Full Story »Eric Hosmer, Kansas City Royals Sign Two-Year Deal
According to Kansas City Royals beat writer Jeffrey Flanagan, the Royals and first baseman Eric Hosmer have agreed to a two-year deal worth $13.9 million, avoiding arbitration. Hoz gets $5.65 mil first year of 2 year deal and $8.25 mil next year #royals — Jeffrey Flanagan (@jflanagankc) February 18, 2015 Eric Hosmer will qualify for […]
Full Story »Orioles closing in on Everth Cabrera
According to Eduardo A. Encina of the Baltimore Sun, it appears the Baltimore Orioles are on the verge of bringing in free agent infielder Everth Cabrera on a one-year deal, worth approximately $2.4 million. Cabrera is a six-year veteran, having previously spent his entire career in San Diego. He was non-tendered in December after […]
Full Story »Jansen Undergoes Foot Surgery, Out 8-12 Weeks
The Dodgers announced Tuesday closer Kenley Jansen will be out at least 8-12 weeks after undergoing surgery on his left foot. The announcement, via Jon Weisman states: “This morning at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, Dodger pitcher Kenley Jansen underwent surgery to remove a growth from a bone in his left foot. This was discovered when Kenley […]
Full Story »Xander Bogaerts: 2015 Fantasy Baseball Shortstop Sleeper
A Work In Progress As a major contributor to the Boston Red Sox’s championship run in 2013, many fantasy baseball owners targeted Xander Bogaerts in their 2014 drafts. They hoped his toolsy skill set could help him to become a fantasy monster Expectations were high for the young standout. His minor league statistics had Boston fans wondering […]
Full Story »Fantasy Platoons - Blackmon, Dickerson, Stubbs
Platoon Power Platoons can be an excellent source of cheap, high quality production. Last season, the Colorado Rockies featured a useful outfield platoon with Charlie Blackmon, Drew Stubbs, and Corey Dickerson. All three compiled great seasons individually, and I expect the same from them this season. With Carlos Gonzalez a permanent injury risk, there should be […]
Full Story »2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Third Base (3B) - February Update
Last month, we brought you RotoBaller's preliminary third base fantasy baseball rankings. The February update is here. We'll be releasing all the other positional rankings updates this week, with analysis from all the RotoBaller writers on their favorite risers and fallers at each MLB position. Make sure to also check out our MLB Fantasy Baseball Rankings blog, along with all of […]
Full Story »Video: Analyzing the Top 3 Second Basemen (2B) That Will Outperform Their ADP
The 2015 fantasy baseball season is fast approaching RotoBallers. We are here to provide you with the most current and in-depth analysis every single day leading up to the busy draft season, and the start of the 2015 MLB season. Several times per week, RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph will review the key player news and […]
Full Story »MLB Podcast: Fantasy Baseball Shortstop Rankings & Analysis
Preseason Fantasy Baseball Analysis: Shortstop RotoBaller is proud to present a unique new take on fantasy sports. With his tongue firmly placed in his cheek your host, the “Living Legend” Joe Gallina, provides you with a great blend of baseball talk featuring sabermetrics and fantasy analysis. Editor's Note: Be sure to check out all of […]
Full Story »Chen signs Minor League Deal with Indians
One of the longest tenured players in all of baseball, Bruce Chen will seek to keep his career going after signing a minor league deal with the Cleveland Indians. The 37-year-old left-hander will make $1 million if he makes the big league roster, and can earn up to another $1 million in incentives. Chen has […]
Full Story »Shane Greene: 2015 Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Sleeper
A Forgotten Asset? Starting pitching is deeper than ever. It’s become a cliché. Fantasy writers frequently point to the depth of pitching as a reason to target position players early in the draft. It isn't just a myth. The raw data firmly supports the statement - there is a virtually unprecedented number of quality pitchers in baseball today. According […]
Full Story »Zack Wheeler: 2015 Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Breakout Candidate
Wheeler's Improvements in 2014 Point to Promise in 2015 Pitching depth is always a luxury for fantasy owners who have it. The problem is, sometimes it's pretty hard to come by -- especially in the draft. By the time your league draft has made its way into the late rounds, most of the remaining pitchers are […]
Full Story »2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Second Base (2B) - February Update
Last month we brought you RotoBaller's preliminary second base fantasy baseball rankings. The February update is here. We'll be releasing all the other positional rankings updates this week, with analysis from all the RotoBaller writers on their favorite risers and fallers at each MLB position. Make sure to also check out our MLB Fantasy Baseball Rankings blog, along with all of […]
Full Story »Steven Souza (OF, TB) - 2015 Fantasy Baseball Sleeper
BALLER MOVE: Target as Low-End OF3 ANALYSIS: Steven Souza can be described as late-bloomer, mainly due to his off-the-field problems, which included a 50-game suspension for a banned stimulant in 2010. Since that time, he has destroyed minor league pitching. He won the International League MVP in 2014 with a .345/.427/.577 line, 18 HR, 77 RBI and […]
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