1B Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings: February Updates Include Spencer Steer, Pete Alonso, more

We ae are back with our February updates, and our MLB team's dynasty fantasy baseball first base rankings. Whether you're looking to draft a first baseman for now or in the future, we break it down with our top 30 first basemen. The 1B rankings below are specifically designed for dynasty leagues. Whether you're building […]

Fantasy Baseball Draft Values: Later-Round Hitters to Target in Draft and Hold Leagues (2025)

We love the word sleeper in the fantasy world, especially when we can identify ones in the later rounds. Typically, draft-and-hold leagues tend to be 12 to 15 rounds, so in this article we're looking at hitters around pick 300 and beyond. Below we identify later-round hitters to target by looking at skills, projections, and […]

Fantasy Baseball Draft Targets (C, 1B, 2B, 3B, SS) - Infielders To Prioritize for 2025

In this piece, I will identify some of my top fantasy baseball draft targets at each infield position (catcher, first base, second base, shortstop, and third base) and why you should highlight them on your draft board. In my analysis I will explain why each player is a strong choice at their current ADP, provided […]

Ian Anderson Throws Live Batting Practice

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson completed a live bullpen session on Wednesday. The right-hander's fastball sat around 92-93 mph. In 2021, his fastball averaged a slightly higher 94.6 mph. Anderson has battled numerous injuries over the past two seasons, including Tommy John. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during spring training as […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings: Eric Cross' Top 25 Prospects for Redraft Leagues

Those of you who have followed my work here at RotoBaller will remember that I have been posting a weekly article series on the top 25 fantasy baseball prospects to stash and monitor in redraft leagues for each of the last two seasons. It's always a fun article to put together throughout the season, and […]

Hurston Waldrep Bringing His Curveball Back

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Justin Toscano writes that Atlanta Braves pitching prospect Hurston Waldrep is working to bring his curveball back this spring. Waldrep, the team's first-round selection in 2023, has a fastball, elite splitter and a slider that he's developed, in addition to the curve that he's reintroducing in spring training. It should give the […]

Sean Murphy Eager To Rebound In 2025

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy is eager for a rebound in 2025 after a disappointing 2024 campaign that saw him slash just .193/.284/.352 with 10 home runs, 25 RBI and 19 runs scored in 233 at-bats. But it was only the year prior in 2023 that he was the National League's starting catcher in the […]

Buck Farmer Joins Braves Bullpen

The Atlanta Braves signed free-agent veteran reliever Buck Farmer to a minor-league deal last Sunday, and he was immediately at Braves camp on Monday. Farmer will help make up for the losses of right-hander Joe Jimenez (knee), who could miss all of 2025 after having knee surgery last October, and left-hander A.J. Minter, who signed […]

Chris Sale To Start Grapefruit League Opener On Saturday

The Athletic's David O'Brien reports that Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale will start this year's Grapefruit League opener on Saturday against the Minnesota Twins. Barring an unexpected development, Sale, last year's National League Cy Young winner, will also start the regular-season opener on March 27 at the San Diego Padres. Sale was amazing in his […]

Points Leagues: 1B Fantasy Baseball Values, Fades for 2025 Drafts - Undervalued, Overvalued Picks

Welcome back RotoBallers to our series about fantasy baseball points leagues, focusing on first basemen who are undervalued and overvalued based on fantasy baseball ADPs. When looking at the first base position in fantasy baseball drafts this season, there aren't as many elite options as in years past. Of course, there are the usual studs […]

Top 10 Starting Pitcher Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2025)

We've reached the end of my positional fantasy baseball prospect rankings for 2025. After covering every offensive position so far, we close out this series with my Top-10 pitching prospect rankings for fantasy baseball entering 2025. In general, the starting pitcher position is as strong as I've seen it in several years, and it should […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Sleepers and Draft Values

One key aspect of crafting a successful fantasy baseball roster is capitalizing on relative value throughout drafts, particularly towards the end of drafts. There will always be high-impact starting pitchers who get called up or emerge out of nowhere during the season, but there are plenty of opportunities to get a head start on finding […]

ATC Projections: Hitter Fantasy Baseball Surprises and Concerns for 2025 Drafts

Using the ATC projections, we have a few ways to find surprising players based on the projection systems. One way is to look at the projected auction values compared to the average draft position and see which players might be value selections. Value is a tricky word since we're (usually) discussing projected value based on […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Third Base (3B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2025

The hot corner was more lukewarm several years ago, but it's smoking hot entering 2025 with plenty of elite talent and depth as well. This might even be the most exciting infield position for fantasy right now. I'll be continuing my positional dynasty fantasy baseball rankings series today with the third base position. All 10 […]

Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects for Dynasty Leagues (2025)

Spring Training may just be getting near, but fantasy managers in dynasty leagues are always busy. Whether reviewing potential trades, taking stock of prospect depth, or preparing for first-year player drafts, managing future talent is one of the most important aspects of dynasty leagues. Assessing potential value early on in players' careers can be difficult, […]

Home Run (HR) Risers for Fantasy Baseball - September Power Surgers

If a player's final stat line for the year is ho-hum or their team doesn't make it to the playoffs, a strong September could go overlooked or forgotten when it comes time to draft fantasy teams the following season. This can lead managers to miss out on potential breakout candidates and/or players who will significantly […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Second Base (2B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2025

Pitchers and catchers have reported, and we're inching closer to spring training games starting up. But in the dynasty fantasy baseball world, it's always baseball season! I'll be continuing my positional dynasty fantasy baseball rankings series today with the second base position, which has lost both depth and elite talent recently but fortunately has several […]

Jarred Kelenic Played Through Injuries Last Season

According to Justin Toscano of the Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Braves outfielder Jarred Kelenic played through several injuries last season. Toscano noted that the outfielder battled an oblique, wrist, and foot injury during the season. Kelenic said that none were "serious" and were just the result of the long season. Earlier in the offseason, it was reported […]

Hitter Fantasy Baseball Sleepers at Each Position for 2025 Drafts

With spring training just a few weeks away, fantasy baseball managers everywhere are getting set for a new season. One part of that preparation includes identifying fantasy baseball sleepers lurking in the later rounds of drafts. The beauty of a good sleeper is that there is the potential for a big payoff while minimizing draft […]

Points Leagues: 2B Fantasy Baseball Values, Fades for 2025 Drafts - Undervalued, Overvalued Picks

Welcome RotoBallers to our series about fantasy baseball points leagues, focusing on second basemen who are undervalued and overvalued based on fantasy baseball ADPs. Fantasy baseball owners will have a hard time managing the second base position in 2025. There are only a few elite options at the position this season, and the rest are […]

Mid-Round Starting Pitcher (SP) Fantasy Baseball Draft Values and Targets in 2025

Welcome RotoBallers to our article about mid-round starting pitcher draft values and draft targets! We are here to help you crush your fantasy baseball drafts, as fantasy managers are gearing up for another exciting draft season. Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone is looking to draft players who can provide a great […]

Overvalued Fantasy Baseball ADPs - Players To Consider Avoiding in 2025 Drafts

Fantasy baseball players shouldn't wait until the weeks before their draft to prepare. Winning preparation starts in the offseason. It's understandable to take a break, but hopefully not for too long. Participating in and seeing external results of early offseason mock drafts -- or the industry pundits who gather for regulation leagues that start the […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft - RotoBaller Staff's Favorite Picks and Roster Strategies

Mock drafts are an excellent draft-prep tool that simulates the feeling of being in the draft room. In a mock draft, you can test different strategies and experience the ebbs and flows of a fantasy draft. You can put your rankings to the test and see where your must-have players are being drafted.  However, not […]

Ian Anderson, Grant Holmes Favorites To Open The Season In Rotation

According to Mark Bowman of MLB.com, Atlanta Braves pitchers Ian Anderson and Grant Holmes are the favorites to open the season in the rotation. With Spencer Strider (elbow) not expected to be ready for Opening Day, Atlanta will have an additional spot open in the rotation. However, Bowman noted that one of them could shift […]

Spencer Strider Won't Be On Opening Day Roster

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (elbow) won't be on the Opening Day roster, according to the team's general manager Alex Anthopoulos. As expected, Strider won't be ready for the beginning of the season as he continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery. However, the Braves are hopeful that Strider can pitch […]

Eli White To Work As Infielder This Spring

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Justin Tuscano reports that Atlanta Braves outfielder Eli White, who is out of minor-league options, will spend most of spring training working in the infield to give him a chance to display his versatility. If White can impress the coaching staff on the dirt in camp, it will give him a much […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Won't Play In Spring Games, Could Run Less In 2025

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos said that outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) won't play in any spring training games but might serve as the designated hitter in some games on the backfields. There has been no discussion of Acuna DHing at all during the regular season once he comes off the injured list, and […]

2B Fantasy Baseball Draft Targets and Avoids - Second Base ADP Analysis for 2025

Hello RotoBallers! In this piece, we will analyze the current average draft position (ADP) on NFBC drafts and identify which second baseman we should target or avoid at their current draft position. While fantasy players should not follow ADP too closely and base their entire strategy on it, it does provide a solid benchmark for […]

OBP Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers: On-Base Percentage Leagues (2025)

It's rankings season here at RotoBaller HQ, and we're back with more 2025 fantasy baseball rankings to help prepare you for your drafts. In this article you'll see our 2025 OBP Fantasy Baseball Rankings for on-base percentage (OBP) leagues. These OBP rankings include hitters and pitchers for the top 750 players (across all positions). These […]

MLB Power Rankings: Top Atlanta Braves Prospects (2025)

The Atlanta Braves have not had a high-ranking farm system in quite some time. That is okay given how they develop talent and push players aggressively. They also have most of their position players locked up for the foreseeable future. Today, we will cover the Atlanta Braves' top 10 prospects heading into the 2025 season […]