An important aspect of having a successful fantasy season is being able to project which players are likely to improve their numbers from the previous season. In other words, finding sleepers based on current ADPs is key to any sound fantasy strategy, for PPR or non-PPR leagues. It sounds obvious because it is and yet […]
Full Story »FanDuel MLB Lineup Picks, Advice & Sleepers for 8/18
Below are my picks for Monday 8/18's Fanduel contests. The afternoon game between the Mets and Cubs is not included in this analysis since it won’t factor into most of tonight’s entries. Keep in mind that these picks are based upon Fanduel’s dollar values and won’t necessarily be the best plays in other formats. For those who […]
Full Story »Getting A Grip On Holds: Relief Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups
While the holds statistic is even harder to predict than saves for closers, the relief pitcher sleepers we highlight today feature some solid setup men and some looking to reclaim glory they once had. The more likely their team is to win, the more likely these following relief pitchers will be eligible to earn the holds that could be […]
Full Story »Levine Toilolo (TE, ATL) - Fantasy Football Sleepers
BALLER MOVE: Target in Final Draft Rounds of Very Deep leagues or off Waiver Wire (Current ADP: Undrafted) ANALYSIS: With the retiring of one of the greatest tight ends to ever play the game in Tony Gonzales, many assume that the 100+ targets tossed his way by Matt Ryan will be soaked up by a healthy group of […]
Full Story »Top 5 Hitter Streamers For Week 21: Waiver Wire Targets
It's hard to believe the fantasy season is already winding to a close, but if you play in standard leagues (and even most custom leagues), you're on the home stretch by now. I'll keep this introduction short and sweet then. You all know the drill: below are five hitters owned in fewer than 50% of leagues who […]
Full Story »Julian Edelman (WR, NE) - Fantasy Football Sleepers
BALLER MOVE: Target ~ 55 (Current ADP: 67, WR: 25) ANALYSIS: If you were to ask any average fantasy owner to name you three offensive players on the New England Patriots it's conceivable Julian Edelman wouldn't even make that list. Chances are they would name Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski and one of the random running backs […]
Full Story »Four Deep Sleepers to Target in Fantasy Football Leagues
Let’s take a look at the some 2014 fantasy football deep sleepers that have the potential to return nice fantasy value this season. When planning your draft strategy, you should always consider sleepers and even the deep sleepers who will be available extremely late in drafts. These players (and one defense) can all be drafted in the last round […]
Full Story »Hector Rondon (RP, CHC) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Most Mixed Leagues ANALYSIS: With 16 saves in 20 opportunities, Hector Rondon has emerged as a legitimate major league closer. The 26-year-old righty has a 3.30 ERA over 46.1 innings pitched, striking out 49 in the process. He draws a remarkable 49.6% ground ball percentage and as a result, has only given […]
Full Story »Dustin Ackley (2B / OF, SEA) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add In Very Deep Mixed and AL-Only Leagues ANALYSIS: Since his rookie season in 2011, Dustin Ackley has done nothing but disappoint Mariners fans and fantasy owners. In 2012, he had still-standing career-highs in home runs, stolen bases and runs, but only managed a .294 OBP. For a guy with a .397 OBP […]
Full Story »5 Two-Start Starting Pitcher Sleeper Streamers for Week 21
Welcome to the first ever edition of the RotoBaller two-start streamer article written from Italy! Despite the fact that I am on vacation, fantasy baseball never stops! It's getting to crunch time in many leagues, so the pasta and pizza can wait for a few minutes. This piece focuses on the best two-start starting pitcher streamers and […]
Full Story »Dynasty League Wide Receiver Rankings: Top 35 for 2014 (Part 1)
I previously looked at the top 15 quarterback rankings, top 30 running back rankings, and top 10 tight end rankings for dynasty and keeper leagues. Today I'll take a closer look at wide receiver rankings for 2014 fantasy football dynasty leagues, assuming both PPR and non-PPR formats. If you have a fresh dynasty league draft, these rankings are a good […]
Full Story »RotoBaller's Expert Fantasy Football Mock Draft
Courtesy of our good friends over at Fleaflicker, we hosted a RotoBaller fantasy football mock draft with a bunch of the RotoBaller football experts. Our own Frankie Soler (@Frankie_Soler) was kind enough to write up a thorough post-draft analysis. As you're preparing for your own fantasy football drafts, developing your draft strategy, identifying ADP sleepers, quality rookies, […]
Full Story »Greg Olsen (TE, CAR) - Fantasy Football Sleepers
BALLER MOVE: Target ~ 65 (Current ADP: 75, TE: 7) ANALYSIS: It's no secret that Cam Newton's weapons have gone through a complete overhaul this offseason yet the one mainstay is tight end Greg Olsen. Looking at last year's numbers, Olsen was actually tied with Steve Smith for most targets on the Panthers with 109. With […]
Full Story »Live Chatting the FWSA Fantasy Football Draft - 8/18
FSWA Draft, LIVE on RotoBaller The FSWA Fantasy Football Draft is taking place tonight, and some of the drafters will be discussing the draft live, as it happens, here on RotoBaller's chat. They'll answer some questions regarding their draft picks, but the forum will mostly be for discussion about what's going on in the […]
Full Story »Five Outfielder Fantasy Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 21
As the summer rolls on, fantasy owners are gearing up for the home stretch. Here are five outfielders that could help propel their teams toward the finish line. I believe these players are currently undervalued and are worth considering as waiver wire additions. Michael Cuddyer - (OF, COL) - 40% Owned BALLER MOVE: Add […]
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