Quinn Priester Cleared to Face Live Hitters, Continues to Make Steady Progress in Recovery

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Quinn Priester (wrist) has been cleared to face live hitters, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Priester opened the regular season on the injured list due to symptoms related to thoracic outlet syndrome, but is slated to make the next major step in his progression. Fantasy managers should monitor his status […]

Kirby Yates Completes Bullpen Session on Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Kirby Yates (knee) completed a bullpen session on Wednesday, according to Jeff Fletcher of the SoCal News Group. Yates has been on the injured list with a knee injury since the beginning of the regular season, but appears to be making steady progress in his recovery. The veteran reliever was […]

Konnor Griffin, Pirates in "Deep" Negotiations for Long-Term Contract

The Pittsburgh Pirates are currently in "deep" contract discussions with top infield prospect Konnor Griffin. Griffin is the No. 1 prospect on MLB.com and nearly broke camp with the MLB roster despite not taking a single at-bat at the Triple-A level. Buster Olney of ESPN reported that the current contract proposals are "close to the […]

Royals Place Carlos Estevez on 15-Day Injured List

According to Anne Rogers of MLB.com, the Kansas City Royals have placed relief pitcher Carlos Estevez (foot) on the 15-day injured list due to a left-foot contusion. Additionally, Rogers noted that this stint will provide Estevez with an opportunity to build his velocity, as that was a major concern during spring training and in his […]

Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Breakouts for 2026 - Sneaky Candidates to Claim WR1 Status

With the NFL Draft just a few weeks away, fantasy managers are eagerly awaiting the next batch of rookies to enter the NFL and become mainstays in fantasy football. However, often the best picks made in your fantasy draft are targeting discounted players who are either coming off a disappointing season or whose upside is […]

Parker Messick a Top Waiver-Wire Pickup After Stellar Season Debut

Cleveland Guardians left-handed pitching prospect Parker Messick should be viewed as a priority waiver wire pickup this week after his strong season debut. On Monday evening, the young southpaw was tasked to face the reigning two-time World Series Champions in Los Angeles. However, Messick looked quite comfortable on the bump, logging six shutout frames. He […]

Bubba Chandler Struggles to Command Pitches in Season Debut

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Bubba Chandler struggled to command his pitches in his season debut on Tuesday evening. Facing the Cincinnati Reds, Chandler tossed 4 1/3 innings with one run (unearned), no hits, and six punchouts. However, he allowed a hefty six free passes, which has limited his effectiveness. While he was able to […]

Andrew Painter Strikes Out Eight, Allows One Run in Strong MLB Debut

Philadelphia Phillies top pitching prospect Andrew Painter was sharp in his MLB debut on Tuesday evening. Facing the Washington Nationals, Painter logged 5 1/3 innings of one-run ball with just four hits and one free pass. He struck out eight batters en route to picking up the victory as well. Painter endured some serious growing […]

Jose Fernandez Launches Two Home Runs in Historic MLB Debut

Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect Jose Fernandez went 3-for-4 with two home runs during his MLB debut on Tuesday evening against the Detroit Tigers. Fernandez was promoted to the roster to replace Pavin Smith (elbow), who was placed on the injured list earlier in the day. Fernandez got the start at the hot corner and did […]

Zach Eflin Expected to be Placed on the Injured List

Baltimore Orioles right-handed pitcher Zach Eflin (elbow) is slated to be placed on the injured list, according to Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. In a corresponding move, the Orioles are slated to promote right-handed pitcher Albert Suarez to the MLB roster. Eflin departed his season debut early with an elbow injury. While the […]

Chase DeLauter Exits Tuesday's Game with Foot Injury, X-Rays Come Back Negative

Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter (foot) exited Tuesday's contest against the Los Angeles Dodgers early with a foot injury. However, Andre Knott of FOX 8 reported that the X-rays came back negative, which suggests the budding star avoided a serious injury. DeLauter would leave the contest after fouling a ball off his foot in […]

Top-5 MLB Pitching Prospects To Stash For Fantasy Baseball Redraft Leagues - Week 1 (2026)

Welcome back to our top starting pitcher fantasy baseball prospects to stash for Week 1 of the 2026 MLB season. Even though we are only a handful of days into the regular season, it is never too early to begin stashing prospects. Just look at how impactful Nick Kurtz was when he reached the majors last […]

Jonah Tong Tosses Four Shutout Frames in Season Debut

New York Mets right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong tossed four shutout frames in his Triple-A debut on Friday. Tong logged four clean innings with just one hit and two free passes. He struck out four. This was a strong debut for Tong, who was in serious competition for a lead role on the MLB roster […]

Spencer Jones Lanches First Long Ball of the Triple-A Season

New York Yankees top outfield prospect Spencer Jones went 1-for-3 with a home run during Sunday's contest against Triple-A Buffalo. This was his first long ball of the Triple-A regular season and also extended his hitting streak to three games. Jones was unlikely to break camp with the MLB roster given their depth in the […]

Konnor Griffin Sharp in First Look at Triple-A, Remains Must-Stash Candidate

Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Konnor Griffin looked very comfortable during his opening series at Triple-A Indianapolis and is quickly making his case to join the major league roster. Over his first three games at the top level of the minor leagues, Griffin went 5-for-10 with two doubles, one RBI, two stolen bases, and a 3:3 […]

Sal Stewart Swinging Hot Bat to Begin Season

Cincinnati Reds first-base prospect Sal Stewart has been swinging a hot bat to begin the 2026 season and enters Week 2 as a must-start first baseman in all formats. Over their opening series against the Boston Red Sox (three games), the former 32nd overall selection posted three straight multi-hit performances. He would finish the series […]

Owen Caissie Turns in Stellar Showing in Opening Series

Miami Marlins outfield prospect Owen Caissie turned in an impressive showing in the team's opening series and has emerged as a viable waiver-wire target in deep five-outfielder leagues. Over Miami's first three games of the campaign, Caissie went 5-for-10 with two doubles, one home run, four RBI, and a stolen base. While he started the […]

Connelly Early Allows One Run, Strikes Out Six in Season Debut

Boston Red Sox starting pitching prospect Connelly Early logged five innings of one-run ball in his season debut against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. The young left-hander struck out six hitters while allowing just five hits and two free passes. Early was able to claim the final spot in the starting rotation after a strong […]

NHL Power Rankings: Where Do All 32 Teams Stand Ahead of Week 24?

With another week of NHL action in the books, it's time to update our power rankings ahead of Week 24. This week, we saw the Canadiens turn in an impressive showing, and the Blues continue to climb in the Western Conference. All statistics and team records mentioned are updated as of Monday, March 30. Who were […]

Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1 Fantasy Baseball (2026)

The first week of the 2026 season is in the books, and it's already time to look at the waiver wire. Even though it is early in the season, last season we saw Tyler Soderstrom and Ben Rice emerge as early-year waiver-wire targets and become lineup staples all summer. In this piece, we will highlight […]

Carson Benge Viewed as Priority Waiver-Wire Target

New York Mets outfield prospect Carson Benge turned in a strong showing in his MLB debut on Thursday and is a top waiver-wire target. In his MLB debut on Thursday afternoon, Benge drew the start in right field and did not disappoint, going 1-for-3 with a home run, a stolen base, and two walks. Benge […]

Deyvison De Los Santos - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 1)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team leagues CALL-UP ETA: Now ANALYSIS: Following their Opening Day victory over the Colorado Rockies, the Miami Marlins promoted first base prospect Deyvison De Los Santos to the major-league roster. De Los Santos spent nearly the entire 2025 season at our Triple-A level and was knocking on the MLB door for most […]

Konnor Griffin - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 1)

BALLER MOVE: Add in all leagues CALL-UP ETA: April ANALYSIS: Shortly before the regular season began, the Pirates opted to send Griffin to Triple-A Indianapolis. Griffin remained on the roster throughout most of spring training and was one of the final cuts, suggesting he made a serious push to crack the Opening Day roster. However, the […]

Marlins Promote Deyvison De Los Santos to Major Leagues

According to Kevin Barral of Fish on First, the Miami Marlins are promoting first base prospect Deyvison De Los Santos to the major-league roster. De Los Santos began the 2026 campaign with Triple-A Jacksonville but needed just one game before earning his first call to the big leagues. On Friday night in Jacksonville's season opener, […]

When Will Zack Wheeler, Josh Hader and Gerrit Cole Return? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update

Even though the regular season has just begun, there are several key players currently on the injured list. This has left some fantasy rosters shorthanded and caused managers to look ot the waiver wire much earlier than expected. In this piece, we will analyze the latest injury updates regarding Zack Wheeler, Josh Hader, and Gerrit […]

JR Ritchie Emerging as Sneaky Stash Target

Atlanta Braves right-handed pitching prospect JR Ritchie should contend for an early MLB debut during the 2026 campaign. Ritchie was sharp in spring training, logging 12 innings to the tune of a 2.25 ERA, 0.58 WHIP, and a 14:5 K:BB. However, even with Spencer Schwellenbach (elbow), Spencer Strider (oblique), and Hurston Waldrep (elbow) all beginning […]

Payton Tolle Worth Stashing Ahead of Return to Boston

Boston Red Sox left-handed pitching prospect Payton Tolle is worth stashing ahead of his return to the major leagues. Tolle joined the Red Sox with the 50th selection in the 2024 MLB Draft and quickly progressed through the minor leagues last summer. He opened the 2025 campaign with High-A, but was able to debut in […]

Munetaka Murakami Goes Deep in MLB Debut

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami went 1-for-2 with a home run and two walks during his MLB debut on Thursday afternoon. The White Sox took a tough 14-2 loss to the reigning NL Central Champion Milwaukee Brewers, but Murakami was one of the few bright spots on the roster. The 26-year-old slugger would […]

Sal Stewart Tallies Three Hits on Opening Day

Cincinnati Reds first base prospect Sal Stewart went 3-for-4 on Opening Day with two doubles. Despite facing Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet, Stewart filled the statsheet, hitting a double in his first at-bat against the Cy Young contender. Later in the contest, he would tally another hit off Crochet (a single) and would add […]

Justin Crawford Knocks Two Hits in MLB Debut

Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Justin Crawford went 2-for-4 in his MLB debut. The team's No. 1 outfield prospect knocked two singles and scored a run off an Alec Bohm home run. Crawford broke camp as the team's starting center fielder and appears to be transitioning well to the major leagues. In camp, the former first-round […]