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I've been contributing to RotoBaller since January 2024 producing fantasy content for NFL, MLB, and NHL. I am also a member of the operations and staff and the editing team. I have been playing fantasy sports for nearly my entire life and believe in the importance of data analysis leading you to victory. I began my sports writing career with my university newspaper and was eventually promoted to sports editor and was nominated for several awards such as Best Editorial piece by the Press Club of Long Island. In my content, I emphasize data and historical trends as it is the key to finding the edge in our competitions. By analyzing the data given to us, we can make informed decisions and in turn, become sharper fantasy players. I am also an accredited member of the FSWA. Be sure to drop me a follow on X @A_Smith_FS.

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Jacob Wilson Focuses on Building Strength in Offseason

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson prioritized increasing his strength during the offseason. Wilson noted that it was the "main focus" and spent the entire offseason in the Athletics facility, adding strength. The 23-year-old shortstop enjoyed an impressive rookie season in the majors, posting a .311/.355/.444 line with 13 home runs and five stolen bases. He generated […]


Tyler Freeman Viewed as Outfielder Entering Spring Training

Colorado Rockies infielder/outfielder Tyler Freeman is being viewed primarily as an "outfielder" ahead of spring training. In 2025, Freeman saw time at several positions, logging 17 stats at second base, 66 in the outfield, 28 as a DH, and even one as a third baseman. Through 110 games, Freeman showed strong contact skills, posting a […]


Cal Quantrill Returning to Texas on Minor-League Deal

According to Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News, the Texas Rangers have signed right-handed pitcher Cal Quantrill to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to spring training. The 30-year-old spent the 2025 season with the Marlins and Braves and finished the campaign in Triple-A Round Rock, in the Texas organization. Through his 117 […]


Bubba Chandler - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Pitcher Prospects

11 Breakout Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects: Draft Sleepers to Target (2026)

Fantasy baseball drafts are beginning to heat up, which means it's time to look at this season's top prospects. Earlier in the offseason, we took a look at the 12 hitter fantasy baseball prospect breakouts who could make an impact in 2026, and now it's time to turn our attention to the bump. The MLB […]


Ilya Sorokin - Fantasy Hockey Rankings NHL DFS Picks, DFS Hockey

NHL Power Rankings: Vezina Trophy Rankings (January Update)

With the NHL season past the halfway point and the Olympic break just a few weeks away, it's time to update our Vezina Trophy power rankings. Last week, we updated our James Norris Trophy rankings, and the week prior, the Hart Memorial Trophy MVP rankings. Now, it's time to shift our focus to the top […]


Tre' Morgan to Compete for Starting Role?

Tampa Bay Rays first base prospect Tre' Morgan is expected to be in contention for an early promotion to the major leagues in 2026. Morgan is currently considered the No. 11-ranked prospect in the Tampa Bay system on MLB.com. Last summer, the former third-round pick from the 2023 MLB Draft spent the entire campaign with […]


Leonardo Bernal Progressing Through St. Louis' System

St. Louis Cardinals catching prospect Leonardo Bernal is progressing through the system and should be in the mix to compete for a 2026 MLB debut. Last summer, Bernal spent the entire campaign with Double-A Springfield. Across 107 contests, the backstop posted a .247/.332/.394 line with 19 doubles, 13 home runs, and 13 stolen bases. He […]


Ethan Salas a Name to Watch in Spring Training

San Diego Padres catching prospect Ethan Salas is a name to watch in spring training as he could contend for an early promotion to Triple-A. Salas had a disappointing 2025 season while dealing with a stress fracture in his back. This injury limited him to only 10 total games in the minor leagues. Across this […]


Jefferson Rojas Likely to Begin Season at Double-A?

Chicago Cubs top infield prospect Jefferson Rojas is expected to begin the 2026 campaign with Double-A Knoxville. Rojas is considered the No. 4-ranked prospect in their system on MLB.com. Rojas began the 2025 season with High-A South Bend and was quite productive, posting a .278/.379/.492 line with an .871 OPS. During this 67-game stint, Rojas […]


Gage Jump Headed to Big-League Camp

The Athletics have invited left-handed pitching prospect Gage Jump to MLB spring training. Jump was drafted by the Athletics in the 2024 MLB Draft and has quickly progressed through their system. Jump made his professional debut in 2025 with High-A Lansing but needed only 31 innings to prove he was ready to make the leap […]


Leodalis De Vries Earns Invite to Spring Training

The Athletics have invited top infield prospect Leodalis De Vries to big-league spring training. De Vries is considered the No. 3-ranked prospect in the entire sport on MLB.com. He was the top piece included in the trade that sent Mason Miller to San Diego last season. De Vries began his 2025 season with High-A Fort […]


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7 Dynasty Fantasy Football Trade Targets - Injured Players To Buy Low For 2026

With the NFL regular season in the books, and dynasty fantasy football managers are eagerly anticipating the start of the 2026 offseason. While the 2026 NFL Draft is the highlight, managers could also look to be active in the trade market and acquire players at a discount following a disappointing season. While some players struggled […]


Blake Mitchell Earns Invite to Spring Training

The Kansas City Royals have invited catching prospect Blake Mitchell to spring training. Mitchell missed most of the first half of the 2025 season after suffering a broken wrist in February. However, once he returned to action, the top prospect struggled to find his footing. The team's No. 2-ranked prospect spent most of the campaign […]


Josue Briceno a Name to Monitor in Detroit's System

Detroit Tigers catching prospect Josue Briceno made significant strides last season and could be in contention for a second-half MLB debut in 2026. The backstop began the season with High-A but needed only 55 games with West Michigan to prove he was ready to join Double-A. During his stint at High-A, Briceno posted an elite […]


Franklin Arias Quickly Progressing in Boston's System

Boston Red Sox top prospect Franklin Arias quickly progressed through the lower levels of the system in 2025 and is nearing his MLB debut. The shortstop, who is considered the team's top prospect on MLB.com and the overall No. 24 in the sport, began the 2025 season with Low-A but reached Double-A Portland in the […]


Jett Williams Invited to MLB Spring Training

The Milwaukee Brewers have invited recently acquired infield prospect Jett Williams to big-league spring training. Williams was sent to Milwaukee alongside right-hander Brandon Sproat in the deal that sent right-hander Freddy Peralta to New York. Williams was viewed as the top prospect in the Mets system prior to the trade and now sits as the […]


Cooper Pratt to Attend Big-League Spring Training

The Milwaukee Brewers have invited shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt to big-league camp. Pratt is currently considered the No. 53 overall prospect on MLB.com and the No. 3-ranked prospect in the Milwaukee system. Pratt joined the Brewers in the sixth round of the 2023 MLB Draft but has progressed through the minor leagues fairly quickly. After […]


Jesus Made Earns Invite to Spring Training

Milwaukee Brewers top prospect Jesus Made is being invited to big-league spring training. The 18-year-old shortstop is currently viewed as the No. 4-ranked overall prospect in the entire sport on MLB.com. He made his professional debut in 2024 in the Dominican Summer League and held a .331/.458/.554 with a strong 1.012 OPS. In 2025, Made […]


Giants Offer "Aggressive Pitch" for CJ Abrams

According to Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic, the San Francisco Giants recently made an aggressive push to acquire Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams. According to sources, the Giants made it clear they would offer top prospect Josuar Gonzalez as part of a package to acquire Abrams. Additionally, top pitching prospects Carson Whisenhunt and Jacob Bresnahan […]


Luis Arraez Not Seeing a Large Market?

According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, free agent infielder Luis Arraez is not seeing a large market. While Arraez is one of the game's top contact hitters, his struggles on the defensive side of the game have prevented him from securing a contract. Rosenthal noted on The Foul Territory podcast that he expects the […]


Cam Smith Not Guaranteed a Roster Spot

Houston Astros third baseman/outfielder Cam Smith is not guaranteed a spot on the major league roster to begin the 2026 season. Chandler Rome of The Athletic notes that the team's general manager, Dana Brown, has made it clear that Smith will have to "prove himself" in camp to make the Opening Day roster. The Astors […]


Tarik Skubal Trade Remains "Slim" Approaching Spring Training

According to Jon Heyman of The New York Post, a trade involving Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal remains slim in the final stages of the offseason. Skubal, who is in the final year of his contract, has had his name in many trade discussions this winter. However, Detroit's asking price has been quite high, and […]


Jorge Polanco to Begin Season as Cleanup Hitter?

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza suggested that infielder Jorge Polanco could open the season as the team's primary cleanup hitter. When discussing his initial plans for the top of the New York Mets lineup with Jon Heyman of The New York Post, Mendoa noted that Francisco Lindor would likely remain the leadoff hitter with […]


Casey Schmitt Cleared to Begin Hitting Progression

San Francisco Giants infielder Casey Schmitt (wrist) was cleared to begin a hitting progression last week, according to Maria Guardado of MLB.com. Schmitt has been on the shelf since undergoing wrist surgery early in the offseason. The infielder noted that he hopes to be a full-go for spring training. Schmitt sustained this injury on June […]


Michael Arroyo Quickly Ascending in Seattle's System

Seattle Mariners second base prospect Michael Arroyo is quickly ascending the system and nearing Triple-A. In 2025, Arroyo began the season at High-A but needed only 65 games to move up to Double-A Arkansas. With High-A, Arroyo posted a .269/.422/.512 line with 14 doubles, 15 home runs, and three stolen bases. Through his first 56 […]


Blade Tidwell to Compete for Starting Role in Camp

San Francisco Giants right-handed pitching prospect Blade Tidwell is expected to be in contention for a starting role during spring training. Tidwell began his MLB career with the New York Mets but was shipped to San Francisco ahead of the 2025 trade deadline. He made a brief MLB debut with the Mets last summer and […]


Quinn Mathews Nearing MLB Promotion?

St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitching prospect Quinn Mathews was expected to contend for his MLB debut early in the 2025 season, but was unable to earn the call. The southpaw struggled at Triple-A last season, finishing the campaign holding a 3.93 ERA with a 1.60 WHIP across 94 innings. He struck out 107 batters but […]


Jacob Melton Primed for Large Role in Tampa Bay?

Tampa Bay Rays outfield prospect Jacob Melton could take on a large role in his debut season with the Rays. Melton was shipped to Tampa Bay in a three-team trade this offseason from the Houston Astros. Melton made his MLB debut last season and appeared in only 32 contests with the Astros. During this brief […]


Travis Sykora to Attend Big-League Spring Training

Washington Nationals right-handed pitching prospect Travis Sykora (elbow) was invited to spring training. However, given that he underwent UCL reconstruction surgery last season, the right-hander is not expected to take the mound at all in 2026. Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reported that the budding ace will continue his rehab process with the major league […]


Jarlin Susana Earns Invite to Spring Training

Washington Nationals right-handed pitching prospect Jarlin Susana (lat) has earned an invite to spring training. However, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reported that Susana is expected to remain in rehab from his last surgery last season during the start of camp. Susana is an emerging arm in the Washington system but saw his season cut […]


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