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Xavier Edwards Reinstated from 10-Day Injured List
The Miami Marlins have activated infielder Xavier Edwards (back) from the 10-day injured list prior to their contest on Saturday against the San Francisco Giants. Edwards hit the injured list on May 18 with a left mid-back strain. While Edwards is not in Saturday's lineup, fantasy managers should expect him to return to the starting […]
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Yordan Alvarez has Hand Fracture, Set to Return in Near Future
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (hand) underwent further imaging on his injured hand, which revealed a fracture. However, Chandler Rome of The Athletic noted that the fracture is 60 percent healed and that the team hopes the slugger can return to action in "the near future." Fantasy managers should continue to keep a close eye […]
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David Fry Returns from 60-Day Injured List
The Cleveland Guardians have activated catcher David Fry (elbow) off the 60-day injured list prior to their contest on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels. Fry has been sidelined throughout the opening two months of the campaign as he was recovering from UCL revision surgery. However, while Fry is now cleared to return to the […]
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Matt Wallner Activated from Injured List
The Minnesota Twins have activated outfielder Matt Wallner (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list prior to their contest against the Seattle Mariners on Saturday evening. Wallner hit the injured list on April 17 due to a strained left hamstring. Before his injury, Wallner held a solid .263/.373/.474 slash line with five doubles, two triples, one […]
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Michael Toglia Optioned, Keston Hiura Recalled
The Colorado Rockies have optioned first baseman Michael Toglia to Triple-A Albuquerque. In a corresponding move, the Rockies have recalled infielder Keston Hiura from Triple-A. Toglia has had a disappointing start to the campaign. Through his first 54 contests, Toglia posted a low .194/.266/.349 slash line with nine doubles, one triple, and six home runs. […]
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Edgar Quero, Chase Meidroth Sitting on Saturday
Chicago White Sox catcher Edgar Quero and infielder Chase Meidroth are not in Saturday's lineup when they continue a series against the Baltimore Orioles. Quero has started each of the past five contests and posted a .278/.350/.444 line over this stretch. Meidroth has been a staple of the White Sox starting nine over the past […]
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Shay Whitcomb Promoted to Major Leagues
The Houston Astros have recalled infield/outfield prospect Shay Whitcomb to the major leagues. In a corresponding move, the Astros have placed outfielder Chas McCormick (oblique) on the 10-day injured list. Whitcomb has enjoyed an impressive power surge at Triple-A and is being rewarded with a promotion. Over his last seven contests at Triple-A Sugar Land, […]
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Chad Patrick Slated to be Primary Pitcher on Saturday
Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitcher Chad Patrick is slated to be the primary relief option during Saturday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. Curt Hogg of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel noted that Rob Zastryzny is expected to serve as the opener. Patrick has appeared in 12 games this season and has started in 11 of them. Through […]
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Ben Brown Expected to Serve as Bulk Reliever on Saturday
Chicago Cubs right-handed pitcher Ben Brown is expected to serve as the bulk reliever during their contest on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds. Drew Pomeranz is slated to open the game, but he is only expected to pitch one inning of work. Throughout the opening months of the season, Brown has been deployed primarily out […]
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Bryce Eldridge - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 10)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ team leagues CALL-UP ETA: July ANALYSIS: San Francisco Giants first base prospect Bryce Eldridge is quickly progressing through the minor leagues and should be in the mix to make his MLB debut during the second half of the season. The Giants drafted Eldridge with the 16th pick in the 2023 MLB […]
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Samuel Basallo - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 10)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team, two-catcher leagues CALL-UP ETA: June ANALYSIS: Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo has continued to find his footing at Triple-A and is quickly approaching his MLB debut. Basallo missed some time earlier in the Triple-A regular season due to hamstring and back injuries. However, over the past two weeks, the […]
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Cole Young - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 10)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 5% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Seattle Mariners are expected to promote top infield prospect Cole Young to the major leagues prior to their contest on Saturday against the Minnesota Twins. Young is currently ranked as the No. 43-best prospect in the sport and the No. 3-best in […]
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Coby Mayo - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 10)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 5% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Baltimore Orioles are expected to promote third base prospect Coby Mayo from Triple-A Norfolk. Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner reported that Mayo was scratched from Norfolk's starting lineup on Friday evening and is on his way to Baltimore. First baseman Ryan […]
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Fantasy Baseball Prospect Risers - Rookies to Stash and Top Performers for Week 10 (2025)
Welcome RotoBallers to my fantasy baseball prospect risers and top performers series for Week 10 of the 2025 season. In this edition, we will take a look at a Colorado shortstop who has enjoyed an incredible power surge. In addition, we will take a look at a budding ace in Philadelphia who has picked up […]
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Mariners to Promote Cole Young to Major Leagues
The Seattle Mariners are expected to promote top infield prospect Cole Young to the major leagues. Young is currently considered the No. 43-ranked prospect in the sport and the No. 3-ranked in the system. Young has spent the first two months of the season with Triple-A Tacoma. Through his first 54 games at that level, […]
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Mick Abel Punches Out Eight on Friday
Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Mick Abel tossed 4 2/3 one-run innings (zero earned runs) against Triple-A Norfolk on Friday. In this outing, Abel struck out eight batters and allowed four hits with three free passes. This was his second straight outing at Triple-A with at least eight punchouts. Abel made his MLB debut on […]
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Jac Caglianone Launches Sixth Triple-A Long Ball
Kansas City Royals first base/outfield prospect Jac Caglianone continued his incredible start at Triple-A on Friday evening. Facing Saint Paul, Caglianone went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI. Through his first 10 contests with Triple-A Omaha, Caglianone has posted an impressive .341/.391/.805 with a double, six home runs, 12 RBI, and an 8:4 […]
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Bubba Chandler Strikes Out Eight Across Five Shutout Frames
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Bubba Chandler continued his impressive start to the Triple-A regular season by logging five shutout innings against Nashville on Friday evening. In this start, Chandler struck out eight batters and allowed just four hits and one walk. This was a great sign to see Chandler command his pitches as he […]
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David Fry Goes Deep on Friday
Cleveland Guardians catcher David Fry (elbow) went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run during his rehab outing with Triple-A Columbus on Friday evening. Fry recently shifted his rehab assignment to Triple-A on May 26. He began his assignment in the ACL and then moved to Double-A last week. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his […]
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Edgardo Henriquez Begins Rehab Assignment
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitching prospect Edgardo Henriquez (foot) began his rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on May 29. Henriquez has been sidelined throughout the first two months of the season on the 60-day IL with a foot injury. In his first taste of action, Henriquez struggled as he allowed one hit, one run, […]
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Chase Dollander Throws Live Batting Practice
Colorado Rockies right-handed pitching prospect Chase Dollander (forearm) threw live batting practice on May 27. Interim manager Warren Schaeffer noted that the session "looked good." The top prospect in the Colorado system hit the 15-day injured list on May 22 due to right forearm tightness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status. However, it […]
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Tekoah Roby Strikes Out Eight in Latest Start
St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitching prospect Tekoah Roby enjoyed a strong outing against Double-A Northwest Arkansas on Thursday evening. In this start, Roby struck out eight batters across five 1/3 shutout frames. Since allowing four runs on May 3, the No. 11-ranked prospect in St. Louis has been quite effective on the bump. Over his […]
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Harry Ford Riding Six-Game Hitting Streak at Triple-A
Seattle Mariners catching prospect Harry Ford has continued to produce at Triple-A. On Thursday, the backstop extended his current hitting streak to six games. During this impressive stretch, Ford has posted five multi-hit games with three home runs and 10 RBI. He has gone deep in each of his past two contests as well. Through […]
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Marlins Promote Jack Winkler to Major Leagues
The Miami Marlins have promoted shortstop prospect Jack Winkler to the major leagues prior to their contest on Friday against the San Francisco Giants. Winkler began the season by making his Triple-A debut and will quickly get the call to the majors. Through his first 25 games at Triple-A Jacksonville, Winkler held his own, as […]
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Alan Roden Returning to Major Leagues
Toronto Blue Jays outfield prospect Alan Roden has been recalled from Triple-A prior to their contest on Friday against the Athletics. In a corresponding move, the Blue Jays placed outfielder Anthony Santander (shoulder) on the 10-day injured list due to left-shoulder inflammation. Roden made his MLB debut earlier this season but posted a weak .178/.262/.260 […]
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Sawyer Gipson-Long Sharp on Rehab Assignment
Detroit Tigers right-handed pitching prospect Sawyer Gipson-Long (elbow) is nearing the completion of his rehab assignment and could be in the mix to join the major league roster. On Thursday, the No. 29-ranked prospect in the Detroit system tossed five 1/3 innings of one-run ball against Triple-A Louisville. In this outing, Gipson-Long allowed just one […]
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Tigers Place Jackson Jobe on 15-Day Injured List With Flexor Strain
The Detroit Tigers have placed right-handed pitcher Jackson Jobe (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow flexor strain. Jobe was able to break camp with the major league roster but has had an inconsistent first taste of the big leagues. Through 49 innings (10 starts), the former top prospect has posted a […]
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Kyle Teel - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 9)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team leagues CALL-UP ETA: June ANALYSIS: Even though the Chicago White Sox have already promoted one of their top catching prospect, Edgar Quero, earlier this season, their other budding backstop, Kyle Teel, is quickly approaching his MLB debut. Teel was included in the package that sent Garrett Crochet to the Boston […]
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Chase DeLauter - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 9)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team leagues CALL-UP ETA: June ANALYSIS: Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter is considered to be one of the top outfield prospects in the sport. However, DeLauter has dealt with numerous injuries that have prevented him from reaching the majors. Last season, DeLauter appeared in just 39 total games in the […]
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Otto Kemp - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 9)
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team leagues CALL-UP ETA: June ANALYSIS: Philadelphia Phillies third base prospect Otto Kemp has been one of the most productive hitters at the Triple-A level this season and is quickly approaching his MLB debut. Through the first 49 contests with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Kemp has posted a stellar .319/.425/.602 slash […]
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