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Eric Cross

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Eric Cross is the Lead Fantasy Baseball Writer here at RotoBaller and has been with the site for the last three years. Overall, Eric has been producing fantasy baseball content for the last nine years and has been playing fantasy baseball for the last 25 years, both in redraft and dynasty leagues. He has been diving deep into all forms of fantasy baseball content, with a expertise in dynasty and prospect content. Outside of RotoBaller, Eric is the co-host of The Toolshed Podcast and provides extra content on his Patreon. Eric was also named the 2021 FSWA Baseball Writer of the Year and has been nominated two times. Outside of baseball, he is a father of two and enjoys summers on the coast of Maine where you can usually find him at a Portland Sea Dogs game, scouting the future stars of baseball.

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Michael Busch - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, MLB Injury News

Infield Fantasy Baseball ADP Values: Hitters To Target After Pick 100

One of the key parts of any fantasy baseball draft is finding value. Not only does it feel great to draft a player who provides our fantasy team with a positive return on investment, but it also goes a long way to our fantasy teams having success throughout the season. As we approach the start […]


Konnor Griffin - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Rankings, MLB Rookie Sleepers

2026 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Call-Up ETAs - Predicting Top MLB Prospect Timelines

Prospects, you can't live with them, and you can't live without them. One of the most difficult tasks each season in redraft leagues is trying to figure out which prospects to target or not target in your drafts, and when they might be up. I'm going to do my best to answer the latter part […]


Nolan McLean - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Pitcher Sleepers, MLB Injury News

2026 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings: Eric Cross' Top 25 Prospects for Redraft Leagues

2026 fantasy baseball drafts are really ramping up. Some of you have already been in some drafts, while others are still preparing for the heart of draft season in February and March. Regardless of which bucket you fall into, it's time to push the pedal to the metal. There are a ton of exciting rookies […]


Paul Skenes - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Eric Cross' Top 12 Starting Pitcher (SP) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

Watching an elite pitcher go about his craft is personally one of my favorite parts of watching baseball. Dotting a fastball on the corner, making a hitter look foolish on a breaking ball, changing speeds and eye levels, all exciting elements of pitching that make it a spectacle. That is especially the case with the […]


Nolan McLean - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Pitcher Sleepers, MLB Injury News

Top 10 Pitching Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

My 2026 positional prospect rankings series here on RotoBaller concludes with the always intriguing starting pitcher position. The top of my pitching prospect rankings heading into 2026 is especially exciting due to the proximity of many of the arms in the below Top-10. Six of the 10 have already debuted, and three of the other […]


Juan Soto - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Top 200 Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Rankings - Eric Cross' January 2026 Update

Baseball season is nearly here. Pitchers and catchers report in under two weeks, fantasy baseball drafts are ramping up, and baseball excitement is buzzing. But for those of us who play in dynasty leagues, the baseball season never fully ends, as there are always trades to be made and offseason drafts to complete. Below, you'll […]


Konnor Griffin - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Rankings, MLB Rookie Sleepers

Eric Cross' Top 125 Dynasty Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (January 2026)

Welcome to my first prospect rankings update of 2026. Baseball season is approaching quickly, and many of the names below are slated to make an impact at the major league level at some point during the upcoming season. These MLB prospect rankings are geared toward standard 5x5 fantasy baseball leagues (AVG) and consider many factors, […]


Kade Anderson - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Dynasty Rankings, FYPD Rankings

Top 50 FYPD Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings: First-Year Player Drafts (2026)

For those of you who play in fantasy baseball dynasty leagues, there truly is no offseason. There are always ways to improve your roster throughout the winter months, and one of the biggest parts of any dynasty league offseason is your league's first-year player draft (FYPD). It's hard not to be excited about a new […]


Walker Jenkins - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, MLB Prospects

Top 10 Outfield Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

All of the infield is complete in this prospect positional rankings series, and now it's time to head to the outfield, which is loaded with talent right now. All 10 names below are within my Top-50 overall, and several of these names should make an impact at the major league level at some point this […]


Emmet Sheehan - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

5 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Pitchers Who Could Become Aces in 2026

In fantasy baseball, we're always looking for players who can take the next step. The next step means different things to different players, but for a small percentage of players, that means taking the next step to superstardom. This is an article I've been writing every offseason for the last few years now, and it's […]


Juan Soto - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Eric Cross' Top 12 Outfield (OF) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The outfield position is deep and rich with talent. That has always been the case and 2026 is going to be no different. Many of the best fantasy assets in the game reside in the outfield with the entire Top-12 below residing inside my Top-30 overall dynasty rankings. Below, you'll find my Top-12 at this […]


Bobby Witt Jr. - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, MLB Injury News

Eric Cross' Top 10 Shortstop (SS) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

Per usual, the shortstop position is absolutely loaded. All of the below are inside my top-60 overall, and seven are inside my top-30 overall. Not only is this position loaded with elite talent, but the depth is also notable, including down in the prospect ranks. Below, you'll find my top 10 at this position, along […]


Junior Caminero - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB DFS Picks

Eric Cross' Top 10 Third Base (3B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The hot corner has been led by Jose Ramirez for the last several years, with various elite players filling in behind him. But now the top of these rankings looks a bit different. Ramírez is still elite, but a new name has taken over the top spot. This position also saw a down year from […]


Jazz Chisholm - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Injury News, DFS and Betting Picks

Eric Cross' Top 10 Second Base (2B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The second base position isn't the most appealing position in the game, but there are some reinforcements on the way in the prospect ranks, and some potential bounceback and/or breakout candidates could really save this position. Below, you'll find my top-10 at this position, along with analysis on each player. A few players whom I […]


Nick Kurtz - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Eric Cross' Top 10 First Base (1B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The first base position is always loaded with power, and 2026 should be no different. This position has a good mix of notable veterans, breakouts, and rising young talent with the top two names below being 26 or younger. We also have a new top dog at this position. I honestly didn't imagine anyone wrestling […]


Cal Raleigh - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, MLB Injury News

Eric Cross' Top 10 Catcher (C) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

Remember when the catcher position in fantasy baseball was mostly a barren wasteland? Not anymore. Sure, it's still not as high-powered as other positions on the field, but the current talent at the position is more exciting than it's been in a long time. We have a good blend of reliable veterans, rising young talent, […]


Konnor Griffin - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Rankings, MLB Rookie Sleepers

Top 10 Shortstop Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

After covering catcher, first base, second base, and third base, we've finally reached the always sexy shortstop position. Regardless of whether it's the Majors or in prospect rankings, this shortstop position is always loaded, and right now, it's no different. All 10 names below are within my Top-40 overall, and the top five names, along […]


Jordan Lawlar - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Sleepers, MLB Rookies

Top 10 Third Base Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

The third base position has always been looked at as a source of power and overall offensive impact. But when it comes to ranking third base prospects, the overall crop might not look as enticing as some other positions. In the Top-10 below, only two are in my overall Top-50 and five in my Top-100. […]


Shohei Ohtani - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Top 200 Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Rankings - Eric Cross' End of Season Update

What, just because the MLB season is over you thought the Fantasy Baseball content would stop? Well, not in my world and not here at RotoBaller either. Dynasty leagues are a year-round investment and there's never a bad time to improve or tinker with your roster. So why not start with some rankings and notes […]


JJ Wetherholt - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Top 10 Second Base Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

The second base position is always a tricky one for fantasy baseball, and that extends into the prospect rankings as well. Oftentimes, we see shortstop prospects move over to second base late in their development, mainly due to either not having a great arm or their major league team already having a player locked into […]


Konnor Griffin - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Rankings, MLB Rookie Sleepers

Eric Cross' Top 125 Dynasty Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (End of Season)

Well, another baseball season has come and gone, but rankings season never ends. I'll be working through my positional and team prospect rankings throughout the offseason, but for now, here are my current top-125 overall prospects for fantasy baseball. These MLB prospect rankings are geared toward standard 5x5 fantasy baseball leagues (AVG) and consider many […]


Bryce Eldridge - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB DFS Lineup Picks

Top 10 First Base Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

When it comes to prospect rankings, the first base position doesn't always look as star-studded as dynasty rankings do. But often times players at first base in the Majors shift over there long after debuting. Third basemen bump over to first, catchers move out from behind the plate, etc. With that said, we still have […]


Nick Kurtz - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Eric Cross' 2025 Fantasy Baseball Rookie Awards

With the season in the books, it's time to look back and reflect on the 2025 season. What went right? What went wrong? Who surprised? Who disappointed? One way to slice and dice the 2025 season and answer those questions is by handing out some 2025 fantasy baseball awards. That's what I'll be doing here […]


Samuel Basallo - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

Top 10 Catcher Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

The catcher position has been on the rise over the last couple of years, and the next few years should be no different. Even with plenty of catcher prospects like Drake Baldwin, Agustin Ramirez, and Dalton Rushing graduating to the Major Leagues in 2025, the catcher position is still loaded with talent in the minor leagues, with […]


Juan Soto - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Top 200 Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Rankings - Eric Cross' September 2025 Update

The season might be winding down, but it's time to sneak in one final in-season dynasty rankings update before the regular season comes to a close. The 2025 season has been exciting with plenty of rankings movement, and that remains the case here in the season's final month. This will be the last Top 200 […]


Konnor Griffin - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Rankings, MLB Rookie Sleepers

Eric Cross' Top 125 Dynasty Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (September 2025)

We're nearing the end of both the minor league and Major League seasons, but there's always time for one last in-season prospect rankings update. We have plenty of notable movers this month, both positively and negatively, and some exciting names in the low minors are really starting to ascend up rankings. These MLB prospect rankings […]


Brandon Marsh - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Hitters and Pitchers (Week 26)

Welcome to my final waiver wire article of the season here on RotoBaller. I've enjoyed writing this article each Saturday this season, and hopefully, this article has been beneficial to you and your fantasy teams over the last six months. If you're still reading this here in late-September, it probably means you're still in contention […]


Joey Cantillo - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Hitters and Pitchers (Week 25)

It's hard to believe that we only have a little over two weeks left of the Major League Baseball regular season and the 2025 fantasy baseball season. If you're reading this article, you're either still in contention in your league(s) or simply love consuming fantasy baseball content. For those of you still chasing that money […]


Kyle Teel - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Prospect, Draft Sleepers

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Hitters and Pitchers (Week 24)

After a week off when I was travelling, I'm back with another set of waiver wire recommendations here on RotoBaller. We're in the final few weeks of the regular season, but the waiver wire is just as important now as it was in April and May, especially for those of you in the fantasy playoffs […]


Jac Caglianone - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash (Redraft): Eric Cross' Rookie Rankings for Week 23

Welcome to the final Top 25 prospects to stash article of the season here on RotoBaller. Hopefully, this article has helped you throughout the 2025 season and landed you an impactful rookie or two along the way. With September callups happening today, on Monday, September 1, when this article is posted, this will likely be […]


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