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2014 Fantasy Football Draft Prep: Dynasty and Keeper Tight Ends Note: This article was written before the 2014 NFL Draft. RotoBaller will be releasing updated Dynasty and Keeper rankings and analysis for all positions throughout the summer. In this article, we are going to take a look at some of the more popular keeper names […]
Full Story »Projecting Home Run Sleepers Using HR/FB Rate
This is the first in a series of articles in which we will evaluate potential fantasy baseball sleepers by looking at deeper statistics and advanced sabermetrics. Today we are going to try and project four hitters that should see increased production in the home runs category during the hot summer months. If you are in need […]
Full Story »Lonnie Chisenhall (3B, CLE) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add In 10+ Team Mixed Leagues, Must Own in AL-Only Leagues ANALYSIS: Well, I hate to add to The Chiz parade that has ensued in the past 24 hours, but it's about time the Cleveland Indians get rewarded for sticking with a former first round pick of their's (29th overall pick in the […]
Full Story »Eugenio Suarez (SS, DET) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deeper Leagues, All AL-Only Leagues ANALYSIS: Eugenio Suarez was called up a few days ago and has done nothing but hit, making him the most recent addition to our waiver wire pickups and sleepers list. As Scott Slezak pointed out in his great MLB prospects update for June call-ups piece a few days back, the […]
Full Story »Buy and Sell: Starting Pitchers for Week 11
We are in the second week of June and believe it or not, about a third of the fantasy baseball season has gone by. It’s still early enough in the season for you to infuse your lineup with the right player and immediately impact your season. With the fantasy baseball trading season in full bloom […]
Full Story »Nick Markakis (OF, BAL) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add In AL Only Leagues and Deeper Mixed Leagues ANALYSIS: At only 57% owned in Yahoo fantasy baseball leagues, the Orioles most undervalued outfielder Nick Markakis lurks while having himself a career renaissance year thus far in 2014. Much of his success stems from the fact that he is batting leadoff, with some all-star power hitters protecting […]
Full Story »Waiver Wire Pickups For Second Base (2B) and Shortstop (SS)
So how’d you do in week 10? Whether you’re at the top of the heap or languishing in the basement, your team can always use a shot in the arm…or in this case, the roster. Here’s a look at some middle infielders who could be sleepers in the next few weeks, depending on your league format […]
Full Story »MLB Fantasy Baseball DFS Fanduel Lineup Picks for 6/10
Editor's Note: For those of you hardcore fantasy baseball gamers, FanDuel has an exclusive offer for RotoBaller members. Register through this link and you will be given a free 100% bonus on your first deposit up to $5,000 AND a free month of our exclusive In-House DFS Lineup Picks! You'll also be invited to free contests with cash prizes and can enter FREE MLB Contests where you […]
Full Story »Marcus Stroman (SP, TOR) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add In AL Only Leagues and Deeper Mixed Leagues ANALYSIS: Coming straight out of Medford, NY, the diminutive rookie flame thrower had scouts, and Blue Jays fans alike, all worked up about his upcoming major league debut. Well, in his first shot at the big show (as a reliever) between May 4th-14th, the 5-9 righty did nothing impressive surrendering […]
Full Story »Jake McGee / Juan Carlos Oviedo (RP, TB) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: Grant Balfour is out as the closer in TB, for now. He says his fastball has been improving, and if that's the case we will not be surprised to see Balfour reclaim the closer gig in a matter of weeks. Joe Maddon is intensely loyal to his players - could […]
Full Story »Deep League Waiver Wire Pickups (NL Edition): Week 11
Hello again RotoBallers! Have no fear for those of you in deeper leagues, and NL-only players, as I'm back once again to give you some deeper league waiver wire sleepers and gems for you to consider while tweaking your rosters for week 11 of the fantasy baseball season. So let's get right to the point […]
Full Story »Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 11 (Part 1)
Below are some of my Week 11 picks for starting pitchers to consider streaming off the waiver wire. Some of the pitchers may be two-start pitchers, and all of these SP options can be considered sleepers for your team depending on the league format and depth including NL-Only, AL-Only and head-to-head formats. If you do […]
Full Story »Draft Strategy and Sleepers for Non-PPR Leagues
Our first 2014 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy piece will take a look at Non-PPR (what we will call Standard) leagues. Now that the NFL draft is complete and most free agents have found a home the picture has become much clearer for NFL players' roles heading into the 2014 season. Early Round Draft Strategy (1-4) Even though […]
Full Story »Fantasy Baseball Glossary: Strikeout to Walk Ratio (K:BB)
Strikeout to Walk Ratio (K:BB) Definition: Strikeout to walk ratio (K:BB) is one of my favorite tools for determining whether a pitcher’s performance can be maintained or not. At a basic level, it is a measure of control. Good pitchers tend to strike batters out and good pitchers have a tendency to not walk a […]
Full Story »Gregory Polanco (OF, PIT) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add In All Leagues ANALYSIS: Some experts will try to tell you that the 22 year old Gregory Polanco should have already been called up because the Pirates have needed him so desperately, but despite his tearing up of the minor leagues thus far in 2014, Pittsburgh's outfield situation has been crowded by young, and […]
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