Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 19

The season rolls on and fantasy managers need to continue analyzing their roster with an eye on categories instead of just adding any random player. This week the primary focus for outfield additions will be to maximize venues and splits. Some might cause a little tingle of concern when you read their name. Don't be […]

The Cut List (Week 19) - Time to Let Go?

The trade deadline has come and gone. Arguably only one widely-rostered player, Luke Jackson, became unusable thanks to a trade at the deadline. So not much has changed around here. It's now really getting to that point in the fantasy season where cuts are going to be highly based on statistical needs, which are much […]

The Waiver Wire Watch List: Week 19

Throughout the season, you want to get the jump on your competition and sniff out the breakout players before they break out. That's what this list is all about--using some in-depth research and advanced analytics to find the players who aren't quite there yet but are on their way. Some of these may suit your […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers: Week 18

The trade deadline has come and gone, and while there weren't as many big name starting pitchers on the move this year outside of Zack Greinke, not one but two of the pitchers from last week's column found new homes. So apologies to those of you who grabbed Tanner Roark and Mike Leake for Week […]

James McCann Gets Saturday Off

Chicago White Sox catcher James McCann will receive Saturday off versus the Philadelphia Phillies. McCann has been in a big slump since making his debut as an All-Star this year. The catcher is hitting just .178 with three home runs and three RBI over his last 78 at-bats. Seby Zavala will replace McCann on Saturday […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to August, where we round that bend towards the home stretch of the fantasy baseball season. You should have a clear idea of team needs, strengths and weaknesses, at this point and looking to address them appropriately. There are likely owners in your […]

Head-to-Head Hitter Streamers and Starts Week 19

Welcome to the hitting streamers column for the week of 8/5 through 8/11. Whether you're looking to maximize the number of games played, exploit favorable matchups, or fill in for injured players, streaming hitters can be a fruitful strategy for those willing to put in a little work every week. Keep in mind that this […]

H2H Category Streamers - Week 19 Waiver Wire

There are plenty of strategies that fantasy managers explore in hopes of getting an advantage over their opponent. Heavy lineup, heavy starting pitchers, no catcher, all (or mostly) reliever staff, no reliever staff, etc. Even if you play a balanced lineup, injuries can cause holes. A few weeks without a key player won’t kill a […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the Saturday, August 3rd edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Luis Robert (OF, CHW) - Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 17% of leagues ANALYSIS: One of the top prospects in the game, Luis Robert has risen steadily through the ranks in 2019. He opened the year at High-A, and made an emphatic case for promotion with a 1.432 OPS, eight home runs, and eight stolen bases in just […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/2/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Tonight's main slate starts at 7:05pm ET and covers 12 games, while the all day slate starts at 2:20pm. It's another exciting Friday of baseball, so let's get this bag! In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings on 8/2/19. The lineup picks will range from some of […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/2/19): MLB DFS Lineups

Welcome to Saturday baseball on DraftKings! We have 12 games on the main slate with plenty to breakdown in-between. At pitcher, Lance Lynn and Mike Clevinger will battle it out for the top spot. We'll go with Lynn in a spectacular match-up, but you could make a great case for Clevinger as well. On the […]

Closers and Saves Report - Week 18 Waiver Wire (Trade Deadline Edition)

Okay, so...we need to talk about that trade deadline, folks. Nothing happened, then very little happened, then a couple of things happened, then the deadline came. It was 4:00 Eastern, and nothing close to what we expected had happened. But then...the late reports came in, and oohhh my dudes: things happened. While the biggest deal […]

Ryan Cordell Recalled From Triple-A

Chicago White Sox outfielder Ryan Cordell has been recalled from Triple-A Charlotte ahead of Thursday's game against the Mets. The 27-year-old will take the active roster spot of third baseman Yoan Moncada, who was placed on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 right hamstring strain on Wednesday. Cordell appeared in 69 games earlier […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/1/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Welcome to Thursday baseball on FanDuel! The baseball gods have split the day in half and we have two solid slates to look at. We'll focus on the main slate starting at 7:05, but the early slate is interesting as well. On the main slate, there are plenty of tournaments to look at. No matter […]

Top 30 Impact Prospects for Redraft Leagues (Week 18)

This was, without a doubt, the most challenging Top 30 list of the year to write. It takes about three days to craft each list so the preparation and execution occurred during the most tumultuous time of the year for any prospect… or prospect writer. And much more will likely have changed by the end […]

Alex Colome Picks Up The Loss On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox closer Alex Colome picked up the loss on Wednesday versus the New York Mets. Colome’s inning started with an error by shortstop Tim Anderson and things unraveled from there. Colome finished with a line of three hits, three run (zero earned), one walk and two strikeouts. Colome should remain owned in all […]

Lucas Giolito Has Strong Start

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito struck out nine Mets on Wednesday. The All-Star only allowed three hits, one run and walked three batters over seven innings. Giolito will face the Detroit Tigers in a favorable matchup on Monday.

Yoan Moncada Going On Injured List

The Chicago White Sox placed third baseman Yoan Moncada (hamstring) on the injured list on Wednesday after an MRI exam showed a Grade 1 hamstring strain. It's a blow for fantasy owners and the White Sox, as Moncada is having a breakout season with a slash line of .301/.358/.535 with 20 home runs, 58 runs, […]

Yoan Moncada Not In Lineup Wednesday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (hamstring) will not suit up Wednesday against the New York Mets due to a tight right hamstring. There have been no updates as of yet regarding the severity of his injury, so he should be considered day-to-day for the time being. Ryan Goins will take his place at […]

Nick Madrigal Promoted To Triple-A

Chicago White Sox infield prospect Nick Madrigal, the fourth overall pick in last year's draft, is being promoted to Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday. Madrigal is ranked by MLB Pipeline as the team's No. 5 prospect and No. 43 overall in baseball. The 22-year-old former Oregon State Beaver earned the promotion by hitting .341/.400/.451 with a […]

Teams Pursuing Alex Colome

Plenty of teams are pursuing Chicago White Sox closer Alex Colome as the trade deadline approaches on Wednesday. Colome has been everything the Pale Hose had hoped for when they acquired Colome in the offseason, as he has 21 saves and a .079 batting average against in 2019. As such, the White Sox are hoping […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the Wednesday, July 31st edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Yoan Moncada Exits Early On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada exited Tuesday’s contest versus the Mets after the top of the first inning. Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times has reported that White Sox trainers were looking at Moncada’s lower half prior to Tuesday’s game and nothing appears serious. Moncada is day-to-day for now. Ryan Goins has replaced Moncada […]

Tim Anderson Activated, Starting on Tuesday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (ankle) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Anderson has been sidelined a little over a month due to a right ankle sprain. Anderson is hitting .317/.342/.491 with 11 homers and 15 steals this season. He's been fantastic for fantasy owners, so they can feel safe […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (7/30/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Welcome to Tuesday baseball on FanDuel! Just like every day in the summer, FanDuel has given us some huge contests. You can take home your share of $125k and a grand prize of $25k for just $9.99. For the richer blood, the Colossus gifts $100k to first place with a $1,650 entry. No matter where […]

Tim Anderson Activated From Injured List

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (ankle) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Anderson had been sidelined since June 26 with a high right ankle sprain. Anderson is having a career year and is hitting .317 with 11 home runs, 37 RBI and 15 stolen bases over 70 games. The shortstop should be […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the Monday, July 29th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Dylan Covey Fails To Record An Out

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Covey failed to record an out in Sunday’s start versus the Minnesota Twins. Covey allowed five hits and five runs. Covey has really struggled this year and now owns a 6.99 ERA. Covey will look for better results on Saturday versus the Phillies. Covey should be avoided in all […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers: Week 17

Can you believe it's almost the end of July. I don't know about you all, but this summer has just been one giant blur to me. We've seen a lot of great performances out of this column, while others...let's just not think about them. It's time to crown a champion from the Week 15 list, […]