DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/5/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
We have a few teams going rogue and starting early (I'm looking at you, San Diego), but the main slate on both sites is a healthy 12 games today. So pack away those fireworks and Budweiser-induced hangovers and get back to the land of the working class today. We have some sweet spots to look […]
Craig Kimbrel Day-To-Day With Back Soreness
Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel (back) was hit hard in his back by a line drive off the bat of San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth on Sunday. Kimbrel stated on Monday that his back was sore, but that he thought he'd only need a day or two before being ready to pitch […]
Mookie Betts Playing Second Base On Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts will be playing second base in Monday's game against the Colorado Rockies. The 29-year-old was activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday and the team is going to attempt to preserve his legs by giving him some starts at the keystone going forward. There's a good chance he'll […]
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 7/4/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/4/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I was really expecting a massive all-day slate on the DFS sites, but we didn't get it. We are stuck with a lackluster seven-game slate that starts at 6:40 eastern, so that's what we'll be […]
Nick Mariano's Updated Saves+Holds Rankings for Fantasy Baseball Relief Pitchers
Welcome one and all, to a July update where we're out to make our opponents sweat with some bullpen bullying. I am back with an updated top-150 Saves+Holds (Solds) rankings with roughly three months of baseball in the ledger. We here at RotoBaller are here for y'all who play in and enjoy formats with SV+HLD/Solds […]
Two-Start Pitcher Streamers for Fantasy Baseball - Week 13
If you're looking for a two-start streamer, Week 13 might prove to be pretty lucky. There are a ton of options out there but it's important to know which ones to trust. Every week, this fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups column will identify starting pitchers expected to make two starts in the upcoming fantasy baseball […]
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/4/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
Happy Independence Day, Rotoballers! I hope everyone reading this article gets a chance to spend time with friends and family throughout the day. Then (if you're so inclined) sprinkle in a little nighttime baseball to round out your holiday Monday. There are games all over the map on Monday as the earliest matchup begins at […]
Week 13 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Evan Longoria, Aaron Ashby, Will Smith, Jarren Duran, Juan Yepez
Welcome fellow RotoBallers, as we enter Week 13 of the fantasy baseball season. Last week's list featured players like Lou Trivino, Edward Oliveras, Luis Garcia and Vinnie Pasquantino off the waiver wire, and we're back at it for more. Just like any other week, we have put together a full assortment of fantasy baseball waiver […]
Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)
All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. July is here and that means it is time for you to break your teams down with the season's (rough) halfway mark in mind. Don't simply take your stats and double them! See how you've been trending and how much ground you truly need […]
Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball Week 13
I opened this article last week complaining about how hard it has become to write, and I'm doubling down on that sentiment now. The average waiver wire is just a wasteland for starting pitching as get into the heat of the summer. There are so few options below that I feel really confident about, so […]
Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 13
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 […]
Points League Pitchers: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 13
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 […]
Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - NFBC Waiver Wire Report for Week 13
We have completed another week of MLB action, making it time to make more waiver wire moves heading into Week 12. However, things will be slightly different for our weekly look into the high-stakes NFBC landscape. For those who do not know, in the NFBC, there are no IL spots and trades, making waiver moves […]
Mookie Betts Activated, Back In Leadoff Spot Sunday
As expected, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (ribs) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. He is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the San Diego Padres. He will be hitting leadoff and covering right field in the game. Betts wound up missing about two weeks due to a […]
X-Rays Negative On Chris Taylor's Foot
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor (foot) underwent X-rays after leaving Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres with a foot injury. The X-rays fortunately came back negative. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated that Taylor's foot is currently sore and that he will be held out of action for Sunday's series finale. Mookie Betts (ribs) […]
Mookie Betts To Be Activated Prior To Sunday's Game
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (ribs) will be activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Sunday's game against the San Diego Padres. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated these intentions late on Saturday night and he also added that Betts would play in right field upon his return -- it was initially reported that […]
Tyler Anderson Records Ninth Win Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Anderson improved to 9-1 on the season as his club defeated the Padres 7-2 on Saturday night. The left-hander struck out six and allowed one run over 6 1/3 innings while scattering six hits and two walks in the 97-pitch effort. Anderson now owns a sharp 3.09 ERA and […]
Chris Taylor Removed From Saturday's Game
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor (foot) was removed early during Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres. The utility man is expected to undergo further testing to ensure there is no structural damage. Fantasy managers should consider Taylor day-to-day with a foot contusion. Trayce Thompson replaced Taylor during Saturday's game. He could see a […]
Mookie Betts Could Return Sunday Or Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts gave an update on star outfielder Mookie Betts (ribs) on Saturday. He stated that Betts could be activated from the injured list on either Sunday or Monday while adding that the 29-year-old would play second base upon his return. Betts has been out since mid-June due to a rib […]
Week 13 MLB Injury News, Fantasy Baseball Injury Updates - Jacob deGrom, Mookie Betts, Jazz Chisholm, Ty France, Kenley Jansen
Happy 4th of July weekend! At least it is happy if you are doing well in your fantasy leagues. The baseball season is speeding towards the mid-summer classic (don't forget to vote!). The trade deadline in MLB is a month away as is the trade deadline in your fantasy leagues. With the heat wave engulfing […]
Mookie Betts Gets In On-Field Workout Friday
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (ribs) got in an on-field workout on Friday before his team's game against the San Diego Padres. Betts has been on the injured list since June 19 after injuring his ribs. Betts reportedly "felt good" after his workout and could possibly be activated from the injured list in the […]
Gavin Lux Taking A Seat On Friday
Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman/outfielder Gavin Lux is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against left-hander Blake Snell and the San Diego Padres. Chris Taylor will be in left field for the game with Max Muncy covering the keystone. Lux is coming off of a great month of June. He slashed .341/.389/.476 with […]
Justin Turner Hits Two Homers In Win Over Padres
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner single-handedly helped the team beat the division-rival San Diego Padres on Thursday night, going 3-for-3 with two home runs, three RBI and two runs scored in the 3-1 victory. It was Turner's first multi-homer game of the season, and he hit only .236/.320/.360 with the two home runs, […]
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 7/1/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/1/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We have a ten-game slate on this fine Friday night, with some aces and some Coors Field. That will likely spell a high-scoring night, so we better get this right! Let's get to it. […]
Closers and Saves Waiver Wire Report for Fantasy Baseball - Week 13
So I just looked at the calendar and...July?? Already? Well, that means the All-Star Break is coming up and the trade deadline is this month (yeah, it's August 2nd this year, but let me have this for the narrative please.) Another eventful week in bullpens across the league setting up what we know for sure […]
Mookie Betts Could Return Early Next Week
Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts said "early next week is certainly a possibility" for outfielder Mookie Betts (ribs) to return from the injured list. There's also a chance that Betts will play some second base when he returns in order to minimize his throwing, according to Roberts. The 29-year-old took batting practice on Thursday, […]
Mookie Betts Taking Batting Practice Thursday
Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts (ribs), who is on the injured list with a right-rib fracture, is taking batting practice on Thursday at Dodger Stadium. The team is hopeful that he will return by the All-Star break, although he could initially be limited to designated hitter duties. The 29-year-old superstar landed on the […]
Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Including Vinnie Pasquantino, Nico Hoerner, Evan Longoria, A.J. Minter
Welcome back RotoBallers to our fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings heading into Week 13 of the MLB season. We recently recommended to add players like Alex Cobb, Alex Kirilloff, Ezequiel Duran, A.J. Puk and Nick Lodolo We are here today as always to help you pickup the best fantasy baseball hitters and pitchers for your lineups […]
Julio Urias Earns His Sixth Win On Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias persevered through his start at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday. He pitched 5 1/3 innings and allowed six hits, one walk and three earned runs while striking out five. June was a strong month overall for Urias. Over five June starts, he had a 2.20 […]
Breakout Hitters to Watch for Fantasy Baseball Week 13
Welcome back RotoBallers to another edition of my "Breakout Hitters To Watch" series. What we're doing here is taking a good, close look at the hitting data each week to see which hitters are standing out the most. The idea is to find hitters that have made changes and/or really improved this season to find […]