Caleb Thielbar's Status Remains in Doubt After Exiting Early with Injury

Chicago Cubs left-handed relief pitcher Caleb Thielbar (leg) exited Thursday's contest early with an apparent left leg injury after blowing a save opportunity. With the team's primary closer, Daniel Palencia (oblique), already on the injured list, the Cubs turned to Thielbar to lock down the ninth inning on Thursday afternoon. After serving up a solo […]

Gerrit Cole Stays Sharp in Latest Rehab Outing, Approaching Season Debut?

New York Yankees right-handed pitcher Gerrit Cole turned in another solid showing in his second rehab outing and is slowly working his way back to the major leagues. Cole has been on the shelf since the 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery with an internal brace procedure in March of 2025. While he was […]

Spencer Strider Showing Increased Velocity in Rehab Outings

Atlanta Braves right-handed pitcher Spencer Strider (oblique) looked like his dominant self in his most recent rehab outing and appears to be quickly approaching his eventual 2026 season debut. In this outing for Triple-A Gwinnett, the right-hander racked up eight strikeouts over 4 1/3 shutout frames. He surrendered just one hit and walked only one […]

Jorge Soler Can Help Fantasy Managers in the Power Department

Los Angeles Angels outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler is never going to be an asset in the batting average department for fantasy managers, but the 6-foot-3, 235-pound Cuban slugger can definitely help in the power department if you need it. The 34-year-old veteran right-handed hitter is available in under 50% of Yahoo leagues at the moment, […]

Blake Snell Remains Several Weeks Away From Return

Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed pitcher Blake Snell (shoulder) showed some rust in his first rehab outing. On April 22, the southpaw took the ball for Low-A Ontario and tossed one inning with three hits and two runs (one earned). He walked one batter and did not tally any strikeouts. Snell has been on the shelf […]

Jhoan Duran Not Expected to Miss Extended Time on Injured List

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jhoan Duran (oblique) is not expected to miss much time on the 15-day injured list. According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, the Phillies have expressed minimal concern about the long-term severity of the injury and that he would be "surprised" if the elite closer missed more than a month […]

Francisco Lindor Headed for Lengthy Stint on the Injured List?

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (calf) is in serious danger of having an extended stint on the injured list. The Mets officially placed Lindor on the 10-day injured list on Thursday, but reports suggest he could be on the shelf for an extended period. Per Joel Sherman of The New York Post, the Mets […]

Cam Smith Still Worth a Look on the Waiver Wire?

Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith started the month of April on fire at the plate, going 15-for-47 (.319) with two home runs, four doubles, nine RBI, seven runs scored, and two stolen bases in 51 plate appearances across 13 games for the Astros to put himself firmly on the map as a waiver-wire pickup in […]

Tanner Scott a Must-Add Option for Saves in All Formats

Despite his struggles with the Los Angeles Dodgers last year, left-handed reliever Tanner Scott has become a must-add reliever off the waiver wire with right-hander Edwin Diaz (elbow) facing a potential three-month absence. In the team's 3-0 shutout win over the division-rival San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on Thursday, Scott picked up his first […]

Victor Vodnik Allows Five Runs in Save Situation, Remains High-Risk Option for Saves

Colorado Rockies right-handed reliever Victor Vodnik was blown up by the San Diego Padres on Thursday at Coors Field in the ninth inning in an eventual 10-8 loss in the series finale. Vodnik had a rough day at the office, allowing five earned runs on four hits (one homer) while walking one and striking out […]

Bubba Chandler Struggles Against Texas, Cause for Concern?

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Bubba Chandler had his worst outing of the year on Thursday in Texas in a 6-1 loss to the Rangers at Globe Life Field. Chandler picked up his second loss of the season by allowing six earned runs on seven hits (two homers) while walking three and striking out four in just […]

Gerrit Cole Throws 52 Pitches in Thursday's Rehab Start

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) had some mixed results on Thursday in his second minor-league rehab start for High-A Hudson Valley, allowing two earned runs on five hits (one homer) while walking none and striking out four in 4 1/3 innings of work. Cole threw 42 of his 52 pitches on the night […]

Brandon Marsh Clubs Two Homers in Loss to Cubs on Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh was at his best on Thursday, but it wasn't enough in the team's 8-7, 10-inning loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Marsh went 3-for-4 at the plate with two home runs, three RBI, a walk, and a strikeout to raise his season average to an even .300 and […]

Dean Kremer Goes on Injured List With Quad Strain

The Baltimore Orioles placed right-hander Dean Kremer (quadriceps) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to April 20) on Thursday with a right-quadriceps strain and recalled right-hander Brandon Young from Triple-A Norfolk in a corresponding move, according to Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports. Young is scheduled to start the series opener on Friday against the division-rival […]

Jacob deGrom Racks Up 10 Punchouts in Dominant Performance

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom proved on Thursday in the 6-1 win over the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates that he can still be dominant on the mound. deGrom earned his second win of the 2026 season by allowing just one earned run on a solo homer while allowing five hits, walking one, and striking out a […]

Roman Anthony Hopes to Play on Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony (back) said that he felt tightness in his upper back around the scapula/neck area after his line drive in Tuesday's game against the New York Yankees. However, Anthony also said he's feeling much better and is hoping to play in Friday's contest in Baltimore against the division-rival Orioles. He […]

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups: Hitters and Pitchers (Week 5)

It's hard to believe the season is already approaching the one-month mark. And while we can still utter the phrase "It's early", look how quickly this first month has flown by. Before we know it, two months will have passed, and we'll be approaching the one-third mark of the season. So don't think there's any […]

Ryan Waldschmidt Showing Five-Category Upside at Triple-A

Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt remains a top hitting prospect to stash ahead of Week 5 of the fantasy baseball season. The top-hitting prospect in the Arizona system nearly broke camp with the MLB roster but was instead sent to Triple-A to put the finishing touches on his development. With the Reno Aces, Waldschmidt […]

Paul Sewald Stumbles in Non-Save Situation, Will Look to Bounce Back Next Time Out

Arizona Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald stumbled a bit on Thursday in a non-save situation against the Chicago White Sox, where he allowed three earned runs on one hit and two walks. It was Andrew Benintendi who did the damage, taking him 410 feet to right-center to give the White Sox the lead and tag Sewald […]

Is Jett Williams Nearing his MLB Debut?

Milwaukee Brewers infield prospect Jett Williams is quickly climbing the stash rankings ahead of Week 5 of the fantasy baseball season. The Brewers acquired Williams this offseason in the deal that sent right-handed pitcher Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets. While Williams was unable to crack the Opening Day roster, he could be in […]

Kaelen Culpepper Continues to Produce at Triple-A, Nearing MLB Promotion?

Minnesota Twins infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper is continuing to find great success at Triple-A St. Paul and is quickly approaching an MLB debut. Through 20 total games this season, the infielder has posted a .265/.351/.422 line with a .773 OPS. He has tallied four doubles, hit three home runs, and swiped four bags. Over his […]

Seranthony Dominguez Continues Scoreless Streak, Tallies Fifth Save

Chicago White Sox closer Seranthony Dominguez had a much-needed clean ninth inning in Thursday's 4-1 White Sox victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. He pitched a clean frame, striking out two batters and not allowing a base runner, while only throwing 12 pitches (eight for strikes). Dominguez has now converted on his last two save opportunities […]

Miguel Ullola Emerging as Sneaky Pitching Prospect to Stash?

Houston Astros right-handed pitching prospect Miguel Ullola is emerging as a sneaky pitching prospect to stash. Currently, the Houston Astros have minimal depth in their starting rotation, with several key starters on the injured list, including ace Hunter Brown, Tatsuya Imai, and Cristian Javier. Ullola is currently at Triple-A and has continued to show steady […]

Kevin Alcantara Worthy of a Deep-League Stash?

Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara has enjoyed a hot start to the Triple-A regular season in terms of power production and is quickly making a case to join the MLB roster. Through the first 20 games of the Iowa Cubs' regular season, Alcantara has hit four doubles and gone deep five times. During this […]

Travis Bazzana Not Slowing Down at Triple-A, Entering Elite Stash Territory?

Cleveland Guardians infield prospect Travis Bazzana has continued to play at a high level at Triple-A Columbus and is quickly entering must-stash territory among hitting prospects. Over the first 11 games of the Triple-A regular season, the former Oregon State standout struggled to find his footing, posting a low .191/.296/.319 slash line with just two […]

Devin Williams Struggles Again on Thursday, Allows Three Hits and a Run

New York Mets closer Devin Williams struggled again on Thursday against the Twins, pitching the top of the ninth and going two-thirds of an inning while allowing three hits, one earned run, and striking out two to earn the win, albeit not pitching all that well. Williams, on the season, now owns a 10.29 ERA […]

Mickey Moniak Launches Two Long Balls, Entering Must-Start Territory

Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak had a fantastic day at the plate on Thursday in the Rockies' 10-8 loss to the San Diego Padres. Moniak went 4-for-5 with three runs scored, two RBI, and two home runs. Moniak is now slashing .324/.347/.740 on the season with eight home runs, 15 RBI, 14 runs scored, and […]

Payton Tolle Strikes Out 11 in Season Debut, a Must-Add off the Waiver Wire

Boston Red Sox 23-year-old second-round pick in 2024 out of TCU, Payton Tolle, was fantastic in his 2026 MLB debut against the division-rival New York Yankees. Tolle toed the rubber in the third game of the series in Fenway, and showed the world why he is the No. 1-ranked prospect in the Red Sox's organization […]

Top-5 Hitter Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash For Week 5 - Redraft Leagues (2026)

We're into the fifth week of the 2026 MLB season. As always, it's important to think about which hitting prospects to stash. Finding a young gem can bring more upside to your fantasy baseball teams. In this column, I choose five different hitting prospects to stash to highlight each week. Some of these hitters could […]

Hitter Fantasy Baseball Breakouts - Risers to Watch and Waiver Wire Outlooks (Week 5)

Welcome back to my Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters article for Week 5 of the 2026 MLB regular season. The focus of this article is to highlight players who could be on the verge of a breakout, citing current active hitting streaks along with recent leaders in batting average, isolated power (ISO), stolen bases, and more. […]