BALLER MOVE: Add in Deeper Leagues or Holds Leagues ANALYSIS: The Cleveland reliever Cody Allen is coming off of a very productive 2013 season, in which he boasted a sub 2.50 ERA and an impressive 11 strikeouts per nine innings. Those numbers have future closer written all over them, but for the time being he will be […]
Full Story »Rick Porcello (SP, DET) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in All AL-Only & Most 12-Team Mixed Leagues ANALYSIS: It may be surprising to many, especially to those that view Rick Porcello as a prime prospect that never fully delivered on the potential shown during his 2009 rookie season, that the Tigers’ right-hander has reached double-digit wins while turning in north of […]
Full Story »Mitch Moreland (1B, TEX) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deeper Leagues ANALYSIS: Mitch Moreland of the Texas Rangers had a bit of a breakout season in 2013, and showed off some of the power the Rangers have been waiting for. He slugged 23 home runs in 462 at bats while driving in 60 runs. If he can stay healthy he could be […]
Full Story »Melky Cabrera (OF, TOR) - Waiver Wire Analysis
BALLER MOVE: Stash in Deeper Leagues ANALYSIS: Melky Cabrera is not one of the names that automatically jumps out at you when you are drafting, but somehow he always finds his way on to some fantasy team in your league. Why? It is because he is an undervalued source of a little of everything. He has had his […]
Full Story »Brad Miller: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
The Seattle Mariners made a concerted effort to bolster their offense during this off-season, bringing several veteran bats into the organization. Even with these high-profile outside signings, one of the more intriguing players in the Seattle lineup has been slowly making his way through their farm system. Though seldom looked to for fantasy value, the […]
Full Story »RotoBaller Interview With Larry Schechter: Winning Fantasy Baseball
I am gracious to have had the unique opportunity recently to interview the legendary Larry Schechter, one of the most successful fantasy baseball champions ever. He is a two-time champion of the CDM Sports national challenge, a six-time champion of the renowned Tout Wars experts league, and a one-time champion of the League of Alternative […]
Full Story »NBA Fantasy Basketball DFS Lineup Picks for 3/26 (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 »The Curious Case Of B.J. Upton: Potential Sleeper
Can B.J. Upton Rebound In 2014? B.J. Upton’s season last year was a disaster. He tied or beat career lows in runs, home runs, runs batted in, stolen bases and batting average for seasons in which he had over 200 at bats at the major league level. That is every one of your basic scoring […]
Full Story »Tim Hudson: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
Who is Tim Hudson? When I mention the name Tim Hudson, it’s hard not to let the gruesome image of his ankle snapping across first base be the first thing that comes to mind. You’re probably wondering how an aging veteran, just a few years shy of 40 and coming off an injury, could […]
Full Story »George Springer (OF, HOU) - Waiver Wire Analysis
BALLER MOVE: Stash In Deep Leagues, Add in AL-Only Leagues ANALYSIS: Many of us experts thought last season's minor league Mr. 37/45 was a sure bet to start the year with the Astros big boy squad, but according to the latest reports, he and his agent are disgruntled at the prospects of Houston doing the […]
Full Story »4 Overhyped Players For The 2014 Season
Overhyped Sleepers in Fantasy Baseball As we get into the heart of MLB fantasy draft season, I thought it would be appropriate to address an increasingly important topic that can have a deep and often very adverse effect on a manger’s draft: the overhyped sleeper. I remember when I drafted Dee Gordon (2B, LAD) […]
Full Story »3B Draft Strategy: Tiered Rankings & What to Look For
Drafting a Third Baseman in 2014 Each position that you need to fill is very important to the overall outcome of your fantasy team, but when drafting your team, you must consider prioritizing which positions are deepest and most shallow talent wise. I’m not saying to draft Jason Kipnis in the second round over Carlos […]
Full Story »David Freese: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
Who is David Freese? When you have a lineup loaded with some of baseball’s top hitters, it is easy to forget about the little guys. Some may say David Freese is no longer in that category, contrary to his postseason heroics for the Cardinals in 2011, and he has yet to put together a […]
Full Story »NBA Fantasy Basketball DFS Lineup Picks for 3/25 (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 »NCAA Fantasy Basketball DFS Lineup Picks for 3/25 (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 […]
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