Hitter Advanced Metrics Studs and Duds - Max Exit Velocity for Week 2
We couldn't wait for the delayed 2022 season to get underway and now we eagerly await the Statcast data to accumulate so we can dissect it. It's obviously too early to make anything out of a majority of the data but we can evaluate something that requires one good swing of the bat - maximum […]
Catcher's Corner, Episode 30: Hot or Not With Chris Clegg
Eric (@SamskiNYC) and Sami (@Believe_Sami) chat with Fantrax's' Chris Clegg (@RotoClegg) about some of the starting pitchers and hitters who are off to hot starts and whether or not they're buying in. They discuss Matt Brash, Kyle Wright, Paul Blackburn, Owen Miller, Jesus Sanchez, Taylor Ward, and many many more. Be sure to also tune […]
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/19/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
Welcome back to another edition of the FREE DraftKings and FanDuel MLB DFS picks. We have a massive 11-game slate on DK, and a 10-game slate on FD as DK has added game 2 of the AZ/WAS doubleheader. First, we have some great pitching options in Burnes, Walker Buehler, Framber Valdez, Joe Musgrove, and more. […]
David Fletcher Progressing Nicely
Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher (hip) has a good prognosis, and head athletic trainer Mike Frostad said that he could be ready shortly after the Angels return home on Friday. Fletcher might need to go on a rehab assignment, but even if he does, he could be back at some point next week, at […]
Anthony Rendon Scratched With Stomach Bug On Monday
Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Houston Astros due to a stomach bug. Jack Mayfield is taking his place in the starting lineup. This will be the second consecutive missed game for Rendon, who received a scheduled rest day on Sunday. […]
Mike Trout Says Hand Is Improving, Still Day-To-Day
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (hand) stated on Monday that his hand is doing a lot better and that he is just experiencing soreness. He put himself through some tests on Monday to evaluate the status of his hand. The Angels star remains day-to-day and it is unclear whether or not he will be […]
Mike Trout Out Of The Lineup Monday
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (hand) is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the Houston Astros. Trout left the game early on Sunday against the Texas Rangers after getting hit by a pitch in his hand, but X-rays came back negative and he's considered day-to-day for now. Brandon Marsh is starting in […]
The Baller Ranks: Weekly Top 101 Starting Pitcher Rankings
Another week of matchups is upon us, so that means it's once again time for my weekly top-101 SP Baller Ranks breakdown. RotoBallers can find my thoughts on key movers and then the top-101 in a table with tiers, ranks, earned value via Fangraphs, and even more notes! We now ride with the second 2022 […]
The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 2
Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat […]
Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)
All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The 2022 fantasy baseball season is off and running, so how true are you staying to your preseason convictions? It's tough to toe the line between holding onto a cold player that you believed in versus the hot start from a player you were […]
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 4/18/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/18/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our top […]
Anthony Rendon Could Continue To Sit Each Sunday
Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon has sat out each of the team's two Sunday games so far. According to Angels manager Joe Maddon, Rendon may continue to see scheduled off days each Sunday for at least the beginning of the year. Maddon added that later in the year, Rendon may need less time […]
Mike Trout Not Expected To Play Monday
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (hand) is not expected to play in Monday's game against the Houston Astros. He left Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers in the fifth inning after being hit in his left hand by a pitch and did not return. X-rays on the star outfielder's hand came back negative. Trout […]
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/18/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
Happy Monday, Rotoballers! DraftKings and FanDuel offer a nine-game schedule for our main contests to kick off the week. We've got some weather to contend with, but plenty of West Coast games and a Coors Field battle if you want to avoid that altogether. This article will provide my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for […]
Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball Week 2
We have completed another week of MLB action, making it time to make some more waiver wire moves. With more and more injuries and players slumping, it is time to start making some changes to our rosters. I want to emphasize that it is still not time to panic about your core players. Do not […]
Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 2
We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best […]
Mike Trout Day-To-Day With Hand Injury
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (hand) underwent X-rays on his left hand after leaving Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. According to the Angels, the X-rays turned up negative. He is being considered day-to-day. Trout left the game in the fifth inning after being hit in his left hand by a pitch. After Sunday's […]
Mike Trout Exits After Being Hit On Hand
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (hand) was forced to exit Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. He was hit in the hand by an 81 mph slider from Rangers reliever Spencer Patton in the fifth inning of the game. Brandon Marsh entered the game to run for him. Trout finished the day going 1-for-2 […]
Anthony Rendon, Jared Walsh Out Sunday
Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon and first baseman Jared Walsh are not in the starting lineup on Sunday against the Texas Rangers. Walsh and outfielder Brandon Marsh are sitting for the second straight game against a left-handed pitcher. Jack Mayfield is at the hot corner and is hitting cleanup, while Matt Duffy is […]
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 4/17/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/17/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our top […]
Pitchers: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2
Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent pitchers to add for Week 2. Fantasy baseball managers should consider adding these players off the waiver wire if they are available in their leagues. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning between […]
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/17/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
This article will provide my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel and DraftKings on 4/17/2022 Main Slate at 1:00 pm Eastern Time. The lineup will range from some elite players to mid-priced options, and value plays. The main slate is 10-games on DraftKings and 11-games on FanDuel. You can also read more DFS advice and […]
David Fletcher Without A Timetable For Return
Los Angeles Angels shortstop David Fletcher (hip) has no timetable for a return yet according to head athletic trainer Mike Frostad. The 27-year-old has remained in Anaheim during the team's current road trip to treat his ailing hip after he left Monday's contest with tightness in the seventh inning. Fletcher first experienced the discomfort near […]
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 4/16/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/16/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our […]
Closers and Saves Waiver Wire Report for Fantasy Baseball - Week 2
Shoutout to baseball! We're back folks, and fantasy leagues are in full swing. There have already been some outstanding performances and some incredibly disappointing ones, in bullpens, rotations, positional players, and from managers too! We're all excited to have baseball back, and the frustration we feel certainly feels better than the no baseball we all […]
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/16/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
There are six games on tap for the main slate on both sites tonight and my goodness is picking out a pitcher (or two or DraftKings) going to be interesting. Verlander (@ SEA) and Urias (vs. CIN) are the headliners at the top, while Matz (@ MIL), Houser (vs. STL), and Taillon (@ BAL) make […]
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/15/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
Welcome back to another edition of the FREE DraftKings and FanDuel MLB DFS picks. We have a massive 11-game slate to attack tonight. First, there are some aces like Cease, Rodon, and Freddy Peralta making their second starts. Then, we get the debut of MacKenzie Gore versus the Braves as well. Then, when it comes […]
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 4/15/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/15/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our […]
Fantasy Baseball Trade Targets - Buy/Sell for Week 1
Making the right trades can be crucial to championship success in fantasy baseball, almost as much as the draft, if not more. While most trades can have a significant impact on your fantasy team, it’s the deals where you acquire undervalued players and then see their production improve that can really tip the scales in […]
Shohei Ohtani Allows Six Runs In Loss
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani wasn't at his best on the mound on Thursday as he allowed six earned runs in the club's 10-5 loss to the Rangers. The reigning AL MVP struck out five in his 3 2/3 IP, but he surrendered a pair of walks and six hits including a grand […]