Should I Stash Coby Mayo In Redraft Leagues? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

Even if you are one of baseball's highest-regarded prospects, the Baltimore Orioles are one tough cookie to crack. Not only do the O's boast one of the best teams in baseball but also the No. 1-ranked farm system, as per MLB Pipeline. Not only have they graduated several Top 100 prospects in recent seasons but […]

Should I Stash Ricky Tiedemann In Redraft Leagues? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

The fifth starter's role in Toronto has been in flux all season. After beginning the season on the injured list with shoulder inflammation, Alek Manoah is out for the rest of the season with a UCL procedure on the horizon. Cuban Yariel Rodriguez began the season on the IL with a back injury and is […]

Should I Stash Jordan Lawlar In Redraft Leagues? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Jordan Lawlar entered prospect status with a wealth of hype after being taken with the sixth-overall pick of the 2021 MLB Draft. The 21-year-old has largely made good on the hype, hitting .278 with 20 homers, 36 stolen bases, and an .874 OPS across 105 games between Double-A and Triple-A at just […]

Evan Bouchard Looking To Stay Hot Into Final

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard will look to stay hot as his team opens up the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers on Saturday. The young blueliner has become a legitimate Conn Smythe Trophy candidate thanks to notching six goals and 27 points across 18 postseason games to this point. Bouchard also enjoyed a […]

Ty France Scratched Saturday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (undisclosed) has been scratched from Saturday's starting lineup against the hosting Kansas City Royals. The 29-year-old went 2-for-3 with a pair of doubles, a walk, an RBI, a run scored, and a hit-by-pitch in Friday's loss to the Royals but seemingly felt some discomfort while doing infield drills prior […]

Adael Amador Getting The Call To The Big Leagues

The Colorado Rockies are promoting infield prospect Adael Amador to the big leagues on Saturday. The 21-year-old is being summoned from Double-A Hartford without a Triple-A game under his belt. The No. 32-ranked prospect in baseball, as per MLB Pipeline, has had a solid, yet unspectacular year with the Yard Goats. Amador is hitting just […]

Tyler O'Neill Not In The Lineup Saturday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Tyler O'Neill (knee) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's contest against the hosting Chicago White Sox. O'Neill exited Friday's 7-2 loss early with right-knee discomfort just two days after returning from the injured list with a knee issue that had sidelined him since May 25. While O'Neill expressed optimism […]

Nico Hoerner Absent Again On Saturday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (hand) will again be absent from the starting lineup on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds. The 27-year-old was plunked by a pitch on his hand in Thursday's series opener with the Reds and did not start Friday's 3-2 loss, although he did appear as a pinch-runner. It's a difficult […]

Seiya Suzuki Sitting On Saturday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (side) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's tilt against the rival Cincinnati Reds. The 29-year-old said after Friday's game that he asked to be removed from the game in the sixth inning due to some tightness in his oblique, and it appears the club will give him at […]

Chris Sale, Reynaldo Lopez Getting Extra Rest

Atlanta Braves starting pitchers Chris Sale and Reynaldo Lopez will get some extra rest as the club will start right-hander Hurston Waldrep for his big-league debut in Sunday's series finale with the Washington Nationals, even though the club has an off day on Monday. Sale made just 20 starts in the 2023 season after battling […]

Wenceel Perez Getting A Day Off On Saturday

Detroit Tigers infielder/outfielder Wenceel Perez is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's contest against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Freddy Peralta. The rookie went 0-for-3 with a walk in Friday's series opener but will yield right-field duties to Akil Baddoo on Saturday afternoon. Perez has showcased his abilities since his early-season promotion, even […]

Maple Leafs Open To Tyler Bertuzzi, Max Domi Reunions

The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in bringing back veteran forwards Tyler Bertuzzi and Max Domi as long as it makes sense for both parties, according to The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun. Both players signed one-year pacts with the Leafs last offseason and both got off to slow starts before getting things turned around offensively […]

Leon Draisaitl Not Intimidated By Panthers' Physicality

Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl told reporters on Wednesday that his team won't be intimidated by the Florida Panthers' physical style of play in their upcoming Stanley Cup Final series that kicks off Saturday in Sunrise. "We can be a physical team too. Obviously, we like to play with the puck but we're certainly not […]

Trevor Zegras Continues To Draw Trade Interest

Anaheim Ducks center Trevor Zegras continues to generate trade interest, according to The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun. The skilled center saw his name churn through the rumor mill during the 2023-24 season but it appears Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek continues to field calls regarding the American. Zegras had a tough season both from a health […]

Joel Edmundson, Maple Leafs Have Mutual Interest In Reunion

The Toronto Maple Leafs and defenseman Joel Edmundson reportedly have mutual interest in a reunion, according to The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun. The Leafs acquired the veteran blueliner in a trade with the Washington Capitals ahead of the March 8 NHL trade deadline. Edmundson appeared in nine games with the team, failing to hit the scoresheet […]

Joe Pavelski Likely Hanging Up His Skates

Dallas Stars forward Joe Pavelski is leaning towards retirement after the team was eliminated in the Western Conference Final by the Edmonton Oilers. The veteran didn't want to make anything official but seemed pretty set in his decision to hang up his skates following his 18th NHL season. "This was it for me," Pavelski said. […]

When Will Noelvi Marte Return and Be Back? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update

It didn't take long for the Cincinnati Reds to lose a key player for a hefty chunk of the 2024 season as the promising 22-year-old Noelvi Marte was hit with an 80-game performance-enhancing drug suspension on March 8, leaving the team without its No. 1-ranked prospect for nearly half of the 2024 regular season. As […]

When is Cade Povich Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

As we stand today, the Baltimore Orioles have to be the most commendable organization in baseball. That's right, move over Dodgers, Rays, etc. as the Orioles not only boast one of the league's premier big league rosters but also the No. 1-ranked farm system in baseball, as per MLB Pipeline. Recent graduates such as Gunnar […]

When is Joey Loperfido Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

Immense struggles for Jose Abreu this season led to the promotion of Astros outfield prospect Joey Loperfido on April 30, a big league debut that lasted until May 26 when the 25-year-old was optioned back to Triple-A Sugar Land. Loperfido's debut went well as he hit .333 with a double, a homer, a stolen base, […]

When Is Heston Kjerstad Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

The logjam is real for the Baltimore Orioles. They sport one of the best big league rosters in baseball as well as the No. 1-ranked farm system in the sport, according to MLB Pipeline. They have more big-league-ready prospects toiling in the minors than you can shake a stick at. Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman, Jordan […]

Champ or Chump: Wenceel Perez and Jonny DeLuca Fantasy Baseball Outlooks

The beauty of fantasy baseball lies in research, patience, and, of course, some luck. Even the most meticulous research can go awry whether it be due to health, underperformance, or both. Another beauty of fantasy baseball is to see some unheralded players rise to prominence at some point during the season, forcing fantasy managers to […]

Champ or Chump: Matt Manning and Luis Matos Fantasy Baseball Outlooks

We are nearing the summer months of the 2024 Major League Baseball season and with plenty of baseball on the horizon, fantasy managers will need to keep their finger on the pulse of any and all options available to aid their championship aspirations. The Detroit Tigers' Matt Manning, a former top pitching prospect, has had […]

Champ or Chump: Marco Luciano and Luis Vazquez Fantasy Baseball Outlooks

The weather is heating up across Major League Baseball and fantasy managers should, by now, have a firm grasp of where they're at in their quest for a championship. Of course, that doesn't mean we take our feet off the gas. No doubt there are players that will make a fantasy impact still waiting in […]

Should I Stash Cade Povich In Redraft Leagues? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook

The Baltimore Orioles are not only one of baseball's best all-around clubs but according to MLB Pipeline, they also boast the league's No. 1-ranked farm system. Pick your poison: Jackson Holliday, Samuel Basallo, Colton Cowser, Coby Mayo, or Heston Kjerstad. This is after trading infielder Joey Ortiz to the Brewers in the Corbin Burnes trade […]

CJ Abrams Scratched From Saturday's Lineup

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has been scratched from Saturday's contest against the Cleveland Guardians. While the reason for his absence is undisclosed, it's worth noting that Abrams hit his head on the ground playing defense on Friday, so it's possible he is feeling the effects of that situation despite him remaining in for the […]

Victor Robles Released By Nationals

The Washington Nationals have released outfielder Victor Robles on Saturday as the former top prospect continues to struggle at the plate. After several seasons of lackluster offensive output, Robles hit .299 alongside a .749 OPS across 36 games in the 2023 season but back issues put a strong halt on his campaign. Robles also showcased […]

Yimi Garcia Likely First Closing Option For Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Yimi Garcia is likely the club's first closing option with Jordan Romano (elbow) being placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday, according to skipper John Schneider. Schneider also mentioned that right-hander Chad Green could also see some save opportunities but Garcia is certainly the reliever of choice for fantasy managers […]

Joe Musgrove Hits 15-Day IL

San Diego Padres right-hander Joe Musgrove has landed on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. It's a concerning development for the 31-year-old who missed time in early May with an elbow issue before successfully returning with 8 1/3 frames of three-run ball (two earned) across a pair of starts before returning to […]

Yu Darvish Sent To 15-Day Injured List

San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish (groin) has landed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. The veteran was still under evaluation ahead of Tuesday's scheduled start against the Los Angeles Angels and while he hadn't been ruled out of making that start, he has indeed been placed on the 15-day IL. Making matters worse […]

Danny Jansen On The Bench Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's afternoon contest against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. The 29-year-old went 0-for-4 with a pair of walks and a run scored in Friday's extra-innings win but will give way to Alejandro Kirk behind the dish on Saturday. Jansen is in the midst […]