Top 10 Shortstop Prospect Rankings for Dynasty Fantasy Baseball (2024)

Can we all admit that the shortstop position is the sexiest on the field? Who didn't want to play shortstop when we were playing in Little League for the school team when we were growing up? Most of the best athletes wind up at the shortstop position, and you usually see plenty of names from […]

Biggest Starting Pitcher Fallers (K-BB%) - Use Caution for Fantasy Baseball Drafts

In an age when we have a way to quantify just about anything that a baseball player can do on the field, one statistic that you'll find most analysts taking to heart when it comes to pitchers is their strikeout-to-walk ratio (K-BB%). It is often regarded as one of the most important and predictive statistics […]

Jesse Scholtens Done For Season With Torn UCL

Chicago White Sox right-hander Jesse Scholtens (elbow) was placed on the 60-day injured list on Tuesday and is scheduled to have surgery to fix a torn UCL in his right elbow on Friday. The 29-year-old will in turn miss all of the 2024 season. The move to place Scholtens on the 60-day IL was made […]

Custom Draft Rankings for Best Ball Leagues in 2024

Our fantasy baseball Custom Rankings Service has been expanded for 2024 and now accommodates Points Leagues, Head-To-Head Leagues, Roto Leagues, Category Leagues, and Best Ball Leagues. Your leagues have their own custom rules and scoring settings. Let us know those details, and we'll generate custom rankings and projections for your specific settings, all powered by […]

Post-Hype Outfield Breakout Candidates for Fantasy Baseball (2024)

Last week we highlighted several infielders in the 26-29 age bracket who could break out in 2024. Today, we shift to outfielders. The key to a successful draft is hitting on some players who may be undervalued by your peers in the draft room. You should always be looking for players who could take the […]

Top 100 FYPD Prospects for Fantasy Baseball First-Year Player Drafts (February 2024)

The final update of the First-Year Player Draft rankings is just in time for peak FYPD draft season. This update adds in a half-dozen signees from the January 15 international class along with updating the teams for a few former Japanese players who signed this offseason with an MLB club and a player who was […]

Luis Robert Jr. Hitless Through Two Spring Games

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. has played in both Cactus League games to start spring, going a combined 0-for-4 with a strikeout. The overall positive takeaway is that the 26-year-old is healthy and on the field, as injuries have been an issue throughout his career. Robert was able to stay on the field […]

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

Mock drafts are an excellent draft-prep tool that simulate the feeling of being in the draft room. In a fantasy baseball 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.  […]

Ten Tips: How To Win Fantasy Baseball Snake Drafts

As we prepare to head into the bulk of drafting season, it’s time to lug out the spreadsheets with all of our projections, dive into whichever periodicals you prefer, and come up with this year’s sleepers and top picks. On top of this preparation, however, it’s easy to lose sight of the focus needed to […]

Pitcher Statcast: Using Sabermetrics for 2024 Fantasy Baseball

Statcast metrics such as Barrels and Brls/BBE are great ways to evaluate a fantasy baseball batter's performance, so it is only natural to assume that the metrics would be predictive for pitchers as well. As much as batters want to hit a Barrel every time, pitchers want to avoid them at all costs. Yet, there […]

Top 200 Infield Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Howdy RotoBallers! Baseball is officially back! Spring training games are being played, and in about 30 days, the 2024 baseball season will begin. We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings to help crush your league. We have recently published rankings articles for each position, including middle and corner infielders. Some league formats don't require […]

First Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Tiers, Analysis - Roto Leagues (2024)

Spring training is finally here, so there is no better time than now to prep for your fantasy draft. First base has long been relied on to contribute more than their fair share to a team’s statistics. This year, the field is loaded at the top, but there is some great value to be found […]

Top 50 Shortstop Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Howdy RotoBallers! Opening Day is about 30 days away, and it's time to start prepping for your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings to help you crush your leagues. Today, we will cover our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball shortstop rankings recently updated for February. Below are the latest […]

Top 50 Second Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to more fantasy baseball rankings! Pitchers and catchers are reporting while Opening Day is right around the corner. It's an exciting time for fantasy managers, with an entire baseball season ahead. We are here to help you build those league-winning rosters with our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball second base rankings, […]

Top 150 Relief Pitcher and Closer Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Hey, RotoBallers! It's an exciting time for fantasy baseball, with spring training starting soon and Opening Day approaching. We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings. Saves are one of the most volatile categories in fantasy baseball. We are here to help you sort it all out and make those crucial draft decisions with our […]

White Sox Claim Peyton Burdick Off Waivers From Orioles

The Chicago White Sox claimed outfielder Peyton Burdick off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles on Friday and placed right-hander Matt Foster (elbow) on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move. The White Sox will be Burdick's third team of the offseason, and he'll have his best shot at making the Opening Day roster with […]

John Brebbia In A Walking Boot

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher John Brebbia (calf) said he strained his right calf walking back to the mound after moving toward first base on a grounder during a live batting practice session at camp the other day. Brebbia was able to finish the BP session and said his pitching is unaffected, even though he's […]

Top 200 Starting Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Welcome back to RotoBaller's updated 2024 fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings, freshly updated for February. In this article, you'll find the latest SP rankings for fantasy drafts, along with draft tiers and the latest MLB player news. These starting pitcher rankings are brought to you by Nick Mariano, Brad Camara, and Ariel Cohen. Nick and […]

Shortstop: Overvalued/Undervalued for Fantasy Baseball Points Leagues

The shortstop position has some elite fantasy options going early in drafts this year. Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. leads the position after a spectacular 30-home run, 96-RBI, 49-stolen bases season. Witt is currently going in the first round.   Shortstops like Trea Turner, Corey Seager, and Francisco Lindor all come off the […]

Michael Kopech Reportedly In Best Shape Since 2021

Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech (knee) is in the "best physical shape since 2021," pitching coach Ethan Katz relayed to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. It's unclear just how much stock fantasy managers should take in this update, but it's a promising report nonetheless considering Kopech recently admitted he lost 20 pounds […]

Shane Drohan Has Shoulder Surgery

Chicago White Sox left-hander Shane Drohan (shoulder), the team's Rule 5 pick, underwent left-shoulder surgery on Thursday morning. Drohan is expected to start a throwing program by the end of spring training. The 25-year-old is probably going to be sidelined for a while before he's cleared to pitch in minor-league games in 2024. The former […]

Corey Knebel A Bit Behind Other Pitchers

Chicago White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz said that reliever Corey Knebel (shoulder), who didn't pitch at all last year while working his way back from right-shoulder surgery, is a bit behind the team's other relievers in camp. Knebel will need to throw a few more bullpen sessions before he's cleared to pitch in a […]

John Brebbia Dealing With Right-Calf Strain

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher John Brebbia (calf) suffered a right-calf strain in a live batting practice session that he threw on Wednesday. Manager Pedro Grifol said the team is hopeful Brebbia will be ready for Opening Day. An already weak White Sox's bullpen might have just lost their expected close for the start of […]

White Sox Plan To Develop Colson Montgomery At Shortstop

Chicago White Sox director of player development Paul Janish said Tuesday that the team plans to allow top prospect Colson Montgomery to initially play in his natural position of shortstop. Janish said, "We are proponents of let's give him that opportunity." However, he also mentioned that health and playing success could leave the possibility of […]

Edgar Navarro To Have Tommy John Surgery In March

Chicago White Sox right-hander Edgar Navarro (elbow) will have Tommy John surgery in early March, according to the team. The 26-year-old Venezuelan made his major-league debut in 2023 for the Pale Hose and struggled, allowing seven earned runs on 11 hits (two homers) while walking two and striking out nine in 8 2/3 innings over […]

Andrew Benintendi Dealt With Hand Injury Last Year

Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi (hand) said he was hindered by a hand injury in 2023 and focused on getting stronger this winter. "Added a little bit of weight. I think this was one of my best offseasons, as far as working out and getting stronger. We'll see how it translates, hopefully it does. […]

Top 30 Catcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings. The catcher position is deeper than ever, and most NFBC leagues require you to start two backstops. Whether you start one or two catchers, we've got you covered with our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball catcher rankings, recently updated for February. Below are […]

Eloy Jimenez Hopes To Play 150-Plus Games

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez said his goal is to play in 150-plus games in 2024 alongside Yoan Moncada and Luis Robert Jr. Injuries have been an issue for Jimenez, Moncada and Robert, but the rebuilding White Sox would be in great shape this year if all three players could stay on the field […]

Andrew Benintendi A Candidate To Hit Leadoff

Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said that outfielder Andrew Benintendi is a candidate to hit leadoff for the team this season. It sounds like Benintendi will be the favorite to hit at the top of Chicago's order regularly. The 29-year-old left-handed hitter didn't do much to move the fantasy needle in his first year […]

Top 150 Outfield Fantasy Baseball Rankings (February Updates)

Hey, RotoBallers! Fantasy baseball's offseason is heating up. Spring training is starting soon, and we are getting closer to Opening Day. It's an exciting time for baseball fans as an entire season lies ahead. It's always baseball season here at RotoBaller HQ. We have been providing rankings constantly and are back with our MLB team's […]