MLB Bust Players At 1B and 3B - What It Means for 2016

Welcome back, readers. Hopefully you've enjoyed the first three segments of this series as we look further into players that broke out in 2015 and others that received the "bust" label. This edition will focus on corner infielders that failed to deliver on their expectations. My selections will be influenced by their respective ADP (Average […]

Nats Trying To Trade Papelbon And Storen

The Washington Nationals are looking to trade both Jonathan Papelbon and Drew Storen, according to ESPN.com. The Nationals acquired Papelbon by the trade deadline from the Philadelphia Phillies and made him the team’s closer. They removed Storen from the closer role and made him the set-up man. Storen bombed in the role while Papelbon was […]

Nationals 'Joined Dodgers' As Tops For O'Day

The Washington Nationals “have joined the Dodgers” as the leaders in the sweepstakes for free agent pitcher Darren O’Day, according to ESPN.com. CBS Sports also reported that the Atlanta Braves are in on the signing the relief pitcher. The relief pitcher is one of the most sought after pitchers this off-season. O’Day finished 2015 with […]

Dodgers Targeting Jordan Zimmerman

The Los Angeles Dodgers are eyeing Jordan Zimmerman as their top target during the off-season, according to USA Today. The starting pitcher turned down a qualifying offer from the Washington Nationals, which makes him a free agent. If the Dodgers are able to sign Zimmerman, they’d have to forfeit a draft pick to the Nationals. […]

Bust Players at 2B, SS, and C and What It Means for 2016

Welcome back friends. I hope you enjoyed the pilot article of this segment detailing the breakouts at 2B, SS, and C in 2015. This edition is more of a buzzkill - the busts at each of these positions. My selections will be influenced by their respective ADP (Average Draft Position) coming into 2015. That means while Jedd […]

Nationals Extend Qualifying Offer To Desmond, Zimmermann; Not Span, Fister

The Washington Nationals have extended the $15.8 million qualifying offer to shortstop Ian Desmond and starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann, as announced by James Wagner of the Washington Post. Nats say they've extended qualifying offers to Jordan Zimmermann and Ian Desmond. Denard Span doesn't get one. — James Wagner (@JamesWagnerWP) November 6, 2015 Desmond, 30, had […]

10 Bold MLB Predictions: End of Season Review

Now that we’ve reached the end of another fantasy season, it’s time to look back on my bold predictions from March and see how they panned out.   The Bold Predictions Joey Votto is a top five first baseman. Success! Votto bounced back in a big way from an injury-marred 2014, riding a huge second […]

Ryan Zimmerman (Oblique) Done For The Year

Ryan Zimmerman is officially done for the year thanks to an oblique injury. The Washington Nationals first baseman has been making progress from a left oblique issue that he’s been dealing with for a few weeks now. Zimmerman isn’t going to see any action for the final two series of the season since the Nats […]

Trea Turner Delivers 1st Major League HR Tuesday

Trea Turner hit his first major league home run during Tuesday's loss to the Atlanta Braves. The rookie’s homer was the only bright spot offensively for the Washington Nationals in a 2-1 loss. Turner only has 23 games under his belt and has a .238 BA with 2 SB so far. The infielder can be […]

Champ or Chump: Lindor, David Wright and Scherzer

By now, most 2015 fantasy leagues have already been decided. In an all season roto league, someone probably has a big enough lead in enough categories that the last week doesn't matter. H2H formats are winding down their playoffs, if they haven't already finished. You've set your last lineup in any weekly format, and any […]

Scherzer Almost Throws 2nd No-Hitter Of The Season

Max Scherzer almost tossed another no-hitter on Monday against the Cincinnati Reds but settled for one run over innings pitched in a 5-1 victory. The first hit came in the eighth inning when Tucker Barnhart lined a single to left field, which ruined the possibility of a second no-hitter of the season for Scherzer. The […]

Harper Benched Monday As Punishment For Papelbon Fight

Washington Nationals manager Matt Williams benched Bryce Harper from Monday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds for his altercation with teammate Jonathan Papelbon on Sunday. Harper is being benched as a punishment for what happened in the Nationals dugout against the Philadelphia Phillies. The outfielder did not run out a pop fly in the bottom of […]

Papelbon Suspended For Rest Of Season

The Washington Nationals have suspended Jonathan Papelbon for the rest of the season without pay after his attack on Bryce Harper during Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Nationals closer is first being suspended three games for throwing at Manny Machado before the Phillies series. Papelbon is also being suspended three games by the […]

Week 26 Start/Sit: MLB Starting Pitcher (SP) Matchups

What’s up RotoBallers. Welcome to the final week of this column, as we approach the home stretch of the fantasy baseball season. Thank you all for RotoBalling with us all season long, and I hope that this column (along with the rest of our MLB content) has helped you win some leagues. Now let's get […]

Papelbon Suspended 3 Games For Throwing At Machado

Jonathan Papelbon has been suspended three games for hitting Manny Machado intentionally with a pitch on Wednesday. The Washington Nationals closer buzzed Machado up and in earlier in the at-bat before he nailed him with a fastball in what was likely a retaliation for a homer he hit earlier. Machado admired a shot he hit off […]

Week 25 Start/Sit: MLB Starting Pitcher (SP) Matchups

What’s up RotoBallers. Below are all of the projected starting pitching matchups for Week 25, including our recommendation on whether to start or sit them for your fantasy baseball teams. Next to each matchup below, we also have a link to our Premium Starting Pitcher Daily Matchups, Streamers & DFS Tool. For those who aren't aware, our in-house […]

Holds Leagues: Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 25

While holds are even tougher to predict than saves, the players we’ll highlight today include some elite setup men to target off the waiver wire for Week 25 of the fantasy baseball season. The more likely an MLB team is to win, the more likely these pitchers will be eligible to earn the holds that […]

Harper (Head) Starting Monday For Nats

Bryce Harper will be in the Washington Nationals starting lineup on Monday despite leaving Sunday’s game because of a collision with another player. The All-Star outfielder passed all the necessary concussion tests and will be back in his usual spot in right field while batting third against the Philadelphia Phillies. Harper left Sunday’s game early […]

Week 24 Start/Sit: MLB Starting Pitcher (SP) Matchups

What’s up RotoBallers. My apologies for not being able to post the Week 23 start/sit column last week, things were extra hectic with Memorial Day. I hope everyone had a great one, and here we are back in action. Below are all of the projected starting pitching matchups for Week 24, including our recommendation on whether to […]

Jayson Werth (OF,WSH) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10+ Leagues OWNED IN: 61% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Even though Jayson Werth has reverted back to his 2012 ways, he is still a viable option for anyone in need of outfield help especially with the Nationals needing any and all help they can get. Yes, his season numbers have not […]

Duda (Back) Activated From DL: Likely Returns Tuesday Against Nats

The New York Mets activated Lucas Duda from the DL on Monday, according to ESPN.com. The first baseman did not play on Monday as he will be eased back in the lineup while he returns from a herniated disc in his back. The first start since being out of action since Aug. 22 could be […]

Jayson Werth (OF, WAS) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 44% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: It's been a difficult season for Werth - and for many of his teammates - but he's shown signs of life in recent weeks. Thanks in part to a nine-game hitting streak that includes three homers, Werth has an .872 OPS over the last […]

Five Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds for Week 23

Hopefully you enjoyed the long weekend, and hopefully your team is still in the race for the prize now that we're on the other side of it. RotoBaller will be here to the bitter end of baseball season, offering the same analysis and advice that's helped countless owners navigate their way to success all year. […]

Champ or Chump: What to Make of Eovaldi, Thor, and Strasburg

Few things complicate a fantasy baseball owner's plans like September innings limits. You can understand why a team would want to protect its most valuable arm, but just because the real team is dead in the water doesn't mean a fantasy roster doesn't still need it. It becomes even more confusing if the team is […]

Strasburg Left Game With Tightness In Back: Another DL Stint Coming?

Stephen Strasburg left Sunday’s game against the Miami Marlins with tightness in his back. The Washington Nationals starting pitcher has been dealing with the same pain all season. Sometimes it acts up, as it did again on Sunday, when Strasburg had to leave after only four innings. The right-hander had allowed four runs and was […]

Joe Ross (WAS, SP) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 31% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: I'm officially baffled. Yes, the Nationals have indicated Joe Ross will be shut down in the next 2-3 weeks. But why in the world would you not use him until that point? Ross saw his ownership take a dip after a rough West Coast trip (8.2 IP, 9 ER) and […]

Week 22 Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire: Ross, Iglesias, Eovaldi, Happ

Welcome to Week 22. If you've been following along with this series all season, you know the drill. If not, this article is to help you uncover starting pitcher options that may have been overlooked in your league. As always, included are options for both shallow and deeper leagues. I also add my list of pitchers discussed previously at […]

Recent Prospect Call-Ups and Their Fantasy Values (Altherr, Turner, Buxton)

Hello, and welcome to another edition of the prospect call-up watch. There haven't been many prospect call-ups this week, but I'll still be taking a look around the majors for recent news and updates. Today I'll be focusing on three high-upside future MLB studs. We begin, oddly enough, in Germany. Let's get to it. Editor’s Note: […]

Span (Back) Sits Out Already Thursday After Two Games Back

Denard Span will sit out Thursday’s game for the Washington Nationals against the San Diego Padres because of back soreness, according to CSNMA. The Nationals centerfielder will miss a game after only two games since his return from a back injury that had him sidelined since July 7. Washington will manage Span throughout the final […]

Wilson Ramos (C, WSH) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 19% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Ramos possesses a true power threat from the C position on a team such as the Nationals with loads of offensive talent up and down the lineup. The issue with Ramos is staying healthy as he has not eclipsed the 100 games played mark […]