Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets For June 25

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest categories, and target players who may be available on […]

Kevin Kiermaier Starting To Come Around Versus The Yankees

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier scored a run for the second straight game Sunday versus New York. After going 0-for-13 in his first four games back from injury with no runs scored or driven in, he has gone 2-for-8 with two runs scored over the last two games. Kiermaier even stole a base Sunday. […]

Jake Bauers With Winning Homer Sunday Versus Yankees

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jake Bauers came up big in the clutch Sunday versus New York. In the bottom of the 12th inning, Bauers stepped up in a tie game with no one on the bases and ended the game with a solo HR. He would reach twice in the game as his OBP […]

Wilson Ramos Out Of Lineup Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Wilson Ramos (rest) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Yankees after starting the last six games. Ramos has been a solid fantasy option this season, posting a .291/.339/.444 slash line with nine home runs and 36 RBI in 62 games. He should be out of fantasy owners' lineups today.

Week 13 Outfield Waiver Wire Targets

Welcome to Week 13, RotoBallers. Over the season, inclusion in the weekly RotoBaller Outfield Waiver Wire Targets roundup almost guarantees a sharp increase in ownership. For example, just a mention on our prestigious column, and Joc Pederson has seen his rate jump by more than 20%. Johnny Field's percentage increased by 100%!! But unfortunately, our powers are […]

Week 13 Waiver Wire - Second Base (2B) and Shortstop (SS)

I’ve returned after a one-week absence. Thanks to Sean Scampton for holding down the fort during my vacation. Every Sunday until the end of the season, we'll look at the best middle infielders available in at least 50 percent of Yahoo leagues. These are based on standard 5x5 scoring; adjust accordingly for your specific setup. […]

Week 13 Waiver Wire - First Base (1B) and Third Base (3B)

The Corner Store is open! It is week 13 and the options are quite limited. We've gotten to the part of the season where reality has set in. Replacement corner infielders who once were performing well beyond their skills have come back down to earth. With a basic junkyard of options on the waiver wire, it […]

Willy Adames Homers Versus The Yankees Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Willy Adames outslugged the entire Yankees offense Saturday. He went 2-for-4 with a homer and two RBI while the Yankees would be shutout. The HR might only have been his second of the season but as a recent call-up, Adames has only played 14 games. The same caveat applies when evaluating […]

Wilmer Font Beats The Yankees Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Wilmer Font earned the win Saturday versus New York. He held them scoreless for 5 2/3 innings while only giving up three hits to the powerhouse. Font's last two starts have been against the mighty Bronx Bombers and he has responded going 10 1/3 innings allowing only one run combined. […]

Yonny Chirinos Suffers Another Setback In Minors

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Yonny Chirinos (forearm) has suffered another obstacle on his way back. He has now been placed on the disabled list down in Triple-A, this time for a shoulder problem. The Rays have been without him since late April due to a mild right flexor tendon strain. He's posting a 3.71 ERA, […]

Chris Archer Takes Step Forward Saturday In Recovery

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (abdominal) was "highly encouraged" Saturday, the day after a bullpen session. He threw 20 pitches Friday, although he did not throw any sliders. He will now throw another session on Monday. If all goes well Monday, he could be on track to return to the rotation in "early […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for June 24

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest categories, and target players who may be available on […]

Week 13 Waiver Wire Watch List

Now that summer is officially here, it’s the perfect time to take a hard look in the mirror. Are you a contender or a pretender? Are you close enough to be a buyer? Should you sell off assets and acquire young talent or draft picks in your dynasty league? It’s still a little early to […]

Buy or Sell - Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 13

You can pore over stats for days, analyzing leaderboards and recent trends, but there is no substitute for watching the game itself. While you can't quantify spin rate or exit velocity with the naked eye, you get a true sense of how a player performs in key situations and the eyeball test sometimes proves truer […]

Chris Archer Has "Come A Long Way" In Rehab

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (abdominal) had another great bullpen session Friday. He threw 20 pitches without feeling soreness and will wait to see how he feels Saturday. Archer did not throw sliders but if there is no soreness Saturday, he will throw another session Monday. Everything after that is yet to be […]

Sergio Romo Earns A Save Friday Versus The Yankees

Tampa Bay Rays closer Sergio Romo suppressed a strong offense Friday versus the Yankees. He protected a 2-1 lead against possibly the most powerful offense in the majors to earn his fifth save of the season out of nine chances. While five out of nine is not a good rate, he has converted three out […]

Rob Refsnyder Clears Waivers

Tampa Bay outfielder Rob Refsnyder cleared waivers Friday. The Rays will now move him to Triple-A Durham. Refsnyder likely needs injuries or trades at the major league level to get back anytime soon. As long as he remains in Durham, he has no fantasy value.

Adeiny Hechavarria is Out on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Daniel Robertson will cover second base, while Willy Adames is at shortstop. It appears the Rays want to give their younger infielders more playing time, so Hechavarria could be on his way out of […]

Daniel Robertson Activated Friday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Daniel Robertson was activated from the disabled list on Friday. The Rays made room on their roster by optioning Austin Pruitt to Triple-A, delaying a decision on Adeiny Hechavarria a little longer. Robertson will start at second base for the Rays on Friday, but manager Kevin Cash has indicated both Robertson […]

Streaming Wars: Waiver Wire Targets for June 23

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire. This article, which began last season, runs seven days a week. We are always ready to stream. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest categories, and target players who may be […]

Two-Start Pitchers: What Are They Really Worth?

The idea of the “two-start pitcher” makes an appearance on most fantasy baseball podcasts, articles, sites, and newsletters as players are ranked and recommended to owners and teams.  Selecting pitchers based on match-ups, park factors, and opponents over the scoring week is a regular debate as owners plan their rosters. At the same time, other […]

Week 13 Waiver Wire RP Pickups for Holds

Greetings Rotoballers! Your regular host Ryan Nakada is taking a week off and handpicked yours truly to give you the best names to know in relief. Apparently, my work in the Outfield and Middle Infield are getting noticed. You’re welcome Rotoballers, you’re welcome. Holds are notoriously tough to predict, especially since scorers are particularly picky […]

Brendan McKay To Miss Time With Oblique Injury

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Brendan McKay will be sidelined with an oblique injury for approximately three weeks. McKay, the Rays third-ranked prospect and MLB.com's 22nd overall prospect, dominated at Single-A this season with a 1.09 ERA and 40 strikeouts in 24 2/3 innings. Since being promoted to the Florida State League, he has a 4.63 […]

Christian Arroyo Works Out Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Christian Arroyo worked out on the field at Tropicana Field prior to Wednesday's game. Arroyo completed range-of-motion and core-stabilization exercises in his workout. There does not appear to be a fixed timetable for Arroyo's return and with the current logjam in the Rays infield, it is unlikely they will rush his […]

Chris Archer Throws From 120 Feet Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (abdominal) threw from 120 feet on Wednesday. He remains on schedule to throw a bullpen session Friday, at which point the Rays can look to formulate a timetable for his return. Archer will be hoping to improve on a rough start to 2018, where he has a 4.24 […]

Streaming Wars: Waiver Wire Targets for June 22

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire. This article, which began last season, runs seven days a week. We are always ready to stream. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest categories, and target players who may be […]

Rookie Report: Recent MLB Prospect Call-Ups (Week 12)

Unfortunately, there has not been a lot of news recently on the prospect front. Unless you count the fact that the Mets will almost certainly not be calling up Peter Alonso this year to be news, that is. At this point, we're just waiting for teams to start service clocks for their blue-chip prospects; we should see […]

Nathan Eovaldi Beaten By Barrage Of Homers Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi got a close look at the power of the Astros on Wednesday. He lasted six innings and did a good job of eliminating walks and giving up only seven hits. Eovaldi's demise came courtesy of the home run. Houston would hit four solo HRs, including three in a […]

C.J. Cron Sitting on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Houston Astros. Cron was 0-for-20 before hitting a home run in Tuesday's contest. The Rays are likely just giving Cron a day off on Wednesday. He's been a nice power source with 16 homers and 37 […]

Matt Duffy is Out on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Matt Duffy (rest) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Houston Astros. It's unclear why Duffy is out of the lineup, but it's likely just a routine day off. Duffy has been hitting the ball well this season, slashing an impressive .318/.360/.439 through 56 games. He won't bring […]