Statcast Pitcher Risers/Fallers - Strike% (Week 23)

Welcome back to Rotoballer’s series using Statcast to extrapolate, dig into, and commiserate over data to examine pitching performances. The weekly series will be dynamic as we fine-tune our findings and enlighten ourselves on the information and tools at our disposal. After a month-long personal hiatus by yours truly, our column is back in action […]

Jeffrey Springs Performs Well Monday

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jeffrey Springs performed well in his debut in the "opener" role on Monday. Springs was making his first ever start in the majors, and his first at any level this season. The young left-handed pitcher had three strikeouts and gave up two hits in his two scoreless innings Monday. His success […]

Willie Calhoun Coming Up Tuesday

The Texas Rangers will call up outfield prospect Willie Calhoun from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. Calhoun is the team's No. 2 prospect and hit .275 with one homer and nine RBI in 69 at-bats earlier this year with the Rangers. Calhoun's lack of power was a disappointment in the big leagues, but the left-handed […]

Joey Gallo Starting At First Base Monday

Texas Rangers utility player Joey Gallo will get the start at first base on Monday. Gallo has spent most of the last few months in the outfield, including seeing time in center field. However, Monday he returns to the position he opened the season at for the Rangers. In 2018, Gallo has 34 home runs […]

Delino DeShields Starting In Center Field Monday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (finger) will get his first start in center field since returning from the disabled list Saturday. DeShields has had to wait two days to get this start, but interestingly he sees a start in center field before Carlos Tocci does. It will be interesting to see how the Rangers handle […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (9/3/18): MLB DFS Lineups

We have a full, 15-game slate on Labor Day, so every team is available in the player pool. That’s great news and that’s overwhelming news. That means we need to go through each lineup and inspect for any surprises or bonus value plays. Of the 15 games on the schedule, six matchups have an over/under […]

Ryan Rua Receives Injection

Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua (back) received an anti-inflammatory injection on Friday to help relieve back stiffness. He was taken off his rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco on Thursday when he suffered a setback. Rua may not be able to make it back at all again this year after his latest setback. He has hit […]

Jeffrey Springs To Start Monday

Texas Rangers pitcher Jeffrey Springs will make the start on Monday against the Angels. Pitcher Ariel Jurado will follow Springs on Monday. Springs has a 2.55 ERA and 1.42 WHIP with 18 strikeouts in 17 2/3 innings over 10 appearances for the Rangers bullpen this year. He had a 4.13 ERA with Double-A Frisco and […]

Delino DeShields Remains Out Sunday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (finger) remains out of the Rangers lineup Sunday. DeShields was activated from the disabled list Saturday but has yet to make a start for the Rangers. Interestingly, Drew Robinson drew the start in center instead of Carlos Tocci. It is possible that Delino DeShields was not quite ready to return […]

Nomar Mazara's Thumb Still Causing Him Issues

Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara admitted that his thumb sprain is still causing him issues. Since returning from the disabled list Mazara is hitting close to .200 with just two home runs. This news makes a lot of sense because prior to the injury Mazara was having something looking like a career season. His thumb […]

Yohander Mendez To Make a Spot Start Sunday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Yohander Mendez will make a spot start in the place of Bartolo Colon (illness) Sunday. Mendez has made one start so far this season and he struggled a lot. His one start came in June against the Colorado Rockies, giving up six earned runs in just three innings. Mendez has had […]

Bartolo Colon Activated From The Disabled List

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Bartolo Colon (back) was activated from the 10-day disabled list on Saturday. Colon was due to make his first start upon returning Sunday, but he has been scratched due to illness. Even when Colon does pitch, he is not a reliable streamer, owning a 5.45 ERA this season. In addition, in […]

Delino DeShields Activated From The Disabled List

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (finger) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Saturday. DeShields had been out since fracturing his finger after being hit by a pitch August 16. DeShields did not go straight back into the lineup Saturday, with Joey Gallo playing center field instead. Gallo in center field presents the Rangers with […]

Week 22 Start/Sit Matchups - Starting Pitchers

You know what it is--it's my updated starts/sits column for Week 22! Your friendly neighborhood @Roto_Dubs is back again this year with his weekly starting pitcher matchups. This is our fifth year now writing this weekly column, helping fantasy baseball managers pick the best pitchers weekly. Below are the projected starting pitching matchups for Week 22, and […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (9/1/18): MLB DFS Lineups

We've got 15 games across five slates today, with the main slate beginning at 7:05pm eastern and featuring 13 matchups. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings on 9/1/18. The lineup picks will range from some of the elite players to mid-priced options and value plays. […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (9/1/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

We have a 13-game main slate to go over today, with plenty of pitching options to consider. There are a few high priced pitchers to take a look at today, but we are dealing with a balanced slate overall. Some of the betters offenses on tap today, so plenty of runs should be in future. […]

Points Leagues (H2H) Waiver Wire Adds and Streamers - Week 23

Welcome back for another week of advice for points league waiver wire moves. This segment will include waiver wire adds, drops, and streaming pitchers for the upcoming week. This article will be geared specifically toward points leagues. Every points league is different, so keep that in mind. Walks and extra base hits are more valuable, […]

Drew Hutchison Has Rough Outing Friday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Drew Hutchison is continuing to have a rough 2018. Hutchison managed to go just four innings Friday, surrendering four earned runs, with one home run on six hits and one walk. Hutchison has struggled against pitchers of both hands this season, but he has especially struggled against right-handed hitters. So far […]

Nomar Mazara Hits 17th Home Run

Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara hit his 17th home run of the season in Friday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Mazara has struggled since returning from the disabled list after a thumb injury in the middle of August. Prior to the game Friday, Mazara was hitting just .200 with one home run. Hopefully this home […]

Bartolo Colon Listed As Sunday Starter

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Bartolo Colon (back) will come off the disabled list and start on Sunday against the Twins. Despite the attractive matchup, Big Sexy hasn't been a reliable streaming pitcher for fantasy owners all year. The 45-year-old is 7-11 with a 5.45 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and terrible 5.0 K/9 in 25 outings (23 […]

Mike Minor (SP, TEX) - Week 23 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 20% of leagues ANALYSIS: Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Minor is 10-7 with a 4.33 ERA this season and has been pitching much better of late. While he does not have the same stellar ratios as last season (2.65 ERA and 1.02 WHIP), he has still registered four […]

No Trade Discussions For Adrian Beltre

There are no current or active trade discussions regarding Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre. The future Hall of Famer possesses a full no-trade clause and hasn't seemed anxious to leave. The 39-year-old remains relevant in most mixed leagues, but he's clearly starting to decline as he closes out his career, and he's already been […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/31/18): MLB DFS Lineups

We have a packed 15-game slate on Friday. Five games have an over/under of at least nine total runs, with the MIN/TEX matchup leading the slate with a projected run total of 11. The Rangers are favored in that game. Speaking of favorites, four teams are considered heavy favorites (-200 odds, or greater): Astros, Cardinals, […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/31/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Happy Friday, my fellow Rotoballers. We've made it to the long holiday weekend. The Cubs are on the road today and we all know what that means - a 15 game Main slate tonight. And there are a plethora of strong pitchers and offenses to target - there's much to discuss. Let's gander at a […]

Rookie Report: Recent MLB Prospect Call-Ups (Week 22)

Same report, new management this week, as I will take over the Rookie Report for Max for the remainder of the season. I've been writing about the hot prospects dynasty owners should be keeping an eye on this year, and now I'll also be diving into the best rookies for fantasy owners to pay attention […]

Rangers Won't Pick Up Martin Perez's Option

The Texas Rangers have told starting pitcher Martin Perez that they will not pick up his option for the 2019 season. The struggling left-hander will also move to the bullpen for the rest of the season. Perez is 2-6 on the season with a nightmarish 6.95 ERA, 1.89 WHIP and 5.5 K/9 in 13 starts […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Picks: Daily Fantasy College Football Advice for 9/1

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the announcement just a week or so ago – college football daily fantasy is back! Thank you, DraftKings. Thank you for making my dreams come true. DraftKings welcomed us college football addicts back last Saturday with a 3-game slate, and they have a smaller slate Thursday to […]

Carlos Tocci Playing Center Field Wednesday

Texas Rangers outfielder Carlos Tocci will get the start in center field on Wednesday. With Joey Gallo just three days removed from missing time through injury, the Rangers are taking him out of center field for a days rest on Wednesday. Tocci being in the lineup in place of Gallo is an extremely big downgrade […]

Isiah Kiner-Falefa Back At Catcher Wednesday

Texas Rangers catcher Isiah Kiner-Falefa will once again get the start behind the plate on Wednesday. The Rangers are now committed to getting Kiner-Falefa regular time behind the plate, presumably with a view to him remaining the full-time backup next season. Kiner-Falefa is a tough guy to use in DFS when he is in the […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/29/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

I suppose when have an amazingly deep slate like the one we were blessed with on Tuesday, a slate like this was bound to follow. We've got a nine game Main slate in store for Wednesday night, with a few mound options. They're pretty meh overall, but there are a few serviceable arms and a […]