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Opening Day lived up to all its expectations, as it does every year. We had multiple extra-inning games, a few dramatic late-inning home runs, some impressive pitching performances by some of the games top young arms, and of course Mike Trout did something incredible. Buster Posey hit a mammoth game-winning bomb in the ninth inning […]
Full Story »Fantasy Baseball Analysis: Checking in with the Dodgers
Fantasy Baseball Analysis: Checking in with the Dodgers After an eventful first week of sometimes real, and sometimes not real baseball games, some questions about the club have been answered, and some new ones have arisen. The team should be looking at a 3-0 start, but a blow up by setup man Brian Wilson on […]
Full Story »Emilio Bonifacio - (2B/OF, CHC) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in NL-Only Leagues ANALYSIS: The lone bright spot for the Chicago Cubs offense on opening day was Emilio Bonifacio. The leadoff hitter went 4 for 5 with a stolen base. In 2011, Bonifacio hit .296 with 78 R, 5 HR, 36 RBI, and 40 SB - all career highs. Those numbers have all […]
Full Story »Top 10 Fantasy Prospects: 2014 MLB Rookies
Top Ten Rookies and Prospects for 2014 Fantasy Baseball The season has started and there are a ton of young ball players making their first MLB opening day roster and even more waiting on the doorstep. Which of these rookies will make an impact on the field and more importantly for you, on your […]
Full Story »Miami Marlins Pitching Analysis: 2014 Fantasy Baseball
Miami Marlins Pitchers for 2014 Fantasy Baseball The Miami Marlins have put together a rotation that arguably carries a top five upside for 2014 and beyond. With all of the changes this franchise has gone threw, the one thing that has always been headstrong and consistent is solid young pitching. The Marlins finished 2013-ranked […]
Full Story »Anthony Rendon (2B, WAS) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deeper Leagues (Add Immediately in All Leagues for 2B help) ANALYSIS: 2013 Statistics: 394 PA, .265/.329/.396, 7 HR, 35 RBI, 40 Runs, 1SB At only 45% ownership, chances are that the National's second baseman Anthony Rendon is still available in your fantasy league. A popular sleeper among second basemen coming into 2014, Rendon's […]
Full Story »Francisco Rodriguez (RP, MIL) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately in All Leagues ANALYSIS: Francisco Rodriguez, and not projected closer Jim Henderson, got the save today for the Milwaukee Brewers. This comes as a bit of a surprise, as K-Rod was expected to operate as the setup man for the Brewers in 2014. But saves are saves, so if you have room on your team […]
Full Story »Jenrry Mejia (SP, NYM) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Continue Scouting in Standard Leagues, Add in Deeper or NL-Only Leagues ANALYSIS: The good news is Jenrry Mejia won the fifth starters job for the Mets with a strong spring. In cactus league play, he posted a 2.70 ERA in his four starts and averaged nearly a strikeout per inning. Last year, in limited appearances, […]
Full Story »Matt Lindstrom (RP, CWS) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately in All Leagues ANALYSIS: The big closer news today is that White Sox manager Robin Ventura has decided to go with Matt Lindstrom as the team's closer over Nate Jones. If you play in a league that counts saves, and Lindstrom is still available, stop what you're doing now and go pick […]
Full Story »Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups for Starting Pitchers
Week 1 Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Targets Each week we'll be bringing you some waiver wire starting pitcher targets for your fantasy baseball teams. As the season gets underway today, make sure to check these guys out as possible additions to your team. Editor's Note: be sure to check out our famous Waiver […]
Full Story »Fantasy Baseball Closers and Saves: Week 1 Updates
MLB Closers & Saves: Week 1 Updates Before the season gets into full swing on Monday, I’d like to briefly examine the updated closer news or perhaps give you a closer recap around the league. There has been a decent amount of news, injuries and updates that need to be mentioned before the season gets […]
Full Story »Fantasy Baseball Lineup Advice: Start/Sit for 3/31
Today is most teams' Opening Day for the 2014 Major League Baseball season. In this space, I'm going to list for fantasy owners three players to start, and three you should consider sitting based on matchups. Here are your top three Starts/Sits for March 31: Start 'Em for Today Nelson Cruz, Orioles - Cruz […]
Full Story »NBA Fantasy Basketball DFS Lineup Picks for 3/31 (DraftStreet)
Editor's Note: For those of you hardcore fantasy basketball gamers, Draftstreet has an exclusive offer for RotoBaller members. Register through this link and you will be given a free 100% bonus on your first deposit! Put in up to $200, and you'll get another $200 for free to play on Draftstreet. You'll also be invited to FREE contests with cash prize […]
Full Story »Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) Strategy for Fantasy Baseball
Strategy for DFS Fantasy Baseball Daily fantasy sports (DFS) have been rapidly gaining popularity over the last few years. Most likely, more people will participate in daily MLB contests this season than in any previous one. We live in a culture obsessed with instant gratification. If you play in any free standard fantasy baseball […]
Full Story »Sergio Santos (RP, TOR) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately in All Leagues ANALYSIS: With the news released today that closer Casey Janssen will start the season on the DL, Toronto's GM Billy Anthopoulos confirmed that Sergio Santos will fill-in as the team's closer until Janssen returns. Steve Delabar may get some looks as well, but keep in mind that Santos was a former closer and racked up 30 […]
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