Ryan Mountcastle Out of Saturday's Lineup

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle is not in Saturday's lineup when the Orioles continue a series against the Washington Nationals. Mountcastle has started in each of the past 18 games. Fantasy managers should expect the 28-year-old to return to the starting nine on Sunday. Over his last 18 contests, Mountcastle has posted a .239/.263/.366 […]

Tyler O'Neill Sitting with Shoulder Injury

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (shoulder) remains out of the starting lineup on Saturday when they continue a series against the Washington Nationals. O'Neill was scratched from the lineup on Friday due to discomfort in his left shoulder. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to Sunday's game, in case the Orioles […]

Agustin Ramirez, Derek Hill Sitting on Saturday

Miami Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez and outfielder Derek Hill are not in the starting lineup on Saturday when they continue a series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Since being promoted to the major leagues, Ramirez has taken the starting job behind the dish. Over his last 10 games, Ramirez has been productive at the plate, […]

Xavier Edwards Remains Out on Saturday

Miami Marlins shortstop Xavier Edwards (back) remains out of the starting lineup on Saturday when they continue a series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Edwards was held out of action on Friday due to lower back tightness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to Sunday's game, in case he needs additional […]

Trey Sweeney Not in Saturday's Lineup

Detroit Tigers shortstop Trey Sweeney is not in Saturday's lineup when they continue a series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Sweeney has been in the starting nine in each of the past four games. During this stretch, Sweeney has held a strong .294 AVG with a home run and six RBI. Over his last 14 […]

Junior Caminero Sitting on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero is not in Saturday's lineup when they continue a series against the Miami Marlins. Caminero has been in the starting nine in each of the past 10 games. Over this stretch, the former top prospect has posted a .243/.268/.405 slash line with two home runs and seven RBI. […]

Adrian Del Castillo Begins Throwing Program

Arizona Diamondbacks catching prospect Adrian Del Castillo (shoulder) recently began his throwing program. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he could be cleared to begin a rehab assignment in the coming weeks. The backstop is currently considered the No. 6 prospect in the Arizona system. Del Castillo made his MLB debut last […]

Tyler Gilbert Placed on 15-Day Injured List

Chicago White Sox left-handed pitcher Tyler Gilbert (knee) was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a sprained MCL in his left knee. In a corresponding move, the White Sox have promoted left-handed pitcher Jared Shuster from Triple-A Charlotte. Through 13 games this season, Gilbert has been deployed both as an opener and out […]

Anthony Santander Remains Sidelined on Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (hip) remains out of the starting nine on Saturday when the Blue Jays continue a series against the Detroit Tigers. Arden Zwelling noted that the slugger is dealing with a sore left hip. On Friday, Santander was dealing with a sore left shoulder. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor […]

Orioles Fire Brandon Hyde

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Baltimore Orioles have fired manager Brandon Hyde. Hyde has been the manager of the Orioles for the past seven seasons. He began his tenure in 2019 and won just 54 games. However, Hyde was able to lead Baltimore during their rebuilding era and was able to get them […]

Cole Young Busy on Friday

Seattle Mariners infield prospect Cole Young went 3-for-7 with a double, a triple, and a home run during Friday's contest against Triple-A Albuquerque. Young tallied four RBI and two runs. Over his last 12 contests, Young has been swinging a hot bat, posting a .426/.509/.872 slash line with five doubles, two triples, four home runs, […]

Kaelen Culpepper Posts Four-Hit Night

Minnesota Twins infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper went 4-for-5 with two home runs and four RBI during their contest against Double-A Peoria on Friday evening. This extended his current hitting streak to five games. During this stretch, Culpepper has swiped three bags, held a 6:2 K:BB, and scored seven runs. Through the first 25 games of […]

Matt Shaw Goes Deep Twice on Friday

Chicago Cubs infield prospect Matt Shaw went 3-for-5 with two home runs during their contest against Triple-A St. Paul on Friday evening. This was Shaw's second time hitting at least two home runs over his last three contests. Over his last eight contests, the former 13th overall pick has been swinging a hot bat, posting […]

Aidan Miller Extends Hitting Streak

Philadelphia Phillies infield prospect Aidan Miller went 2-for-2 with a double, a home run, and a stolen base during Friday's contest against Double-A New Hampshire. This performance extended Miller's hitting streak to four games. During this stretch, Miller has posted two multi-hit games and swiped four bags. Through 31 games at Double-A this season, Miller […]

Cole Carrigg Tallies RBI No. 30

Colorado Rockies catching prospect Cole Carrigg went 1-for-4 with a grand slam during their contest against Double-A Binghamton on Friday. Through the season's opening month, Carrigg has tallied 30 RBI, the second-most in the Eastern League, only behind Jorge Burgos of the Cleveland Guardians. Through 33 contests, the backstop has posted a .252/355/.521 slash line […]

Bryce Eldridge Hits Two Home Runs on Friday

San Francisco Giants first base prospect Bryce Eldridge went 3-for-4 with two home runs and a double during their contest against Double-A Erie. The top prospect in San Francisco has been enjoying an impressive power surge over the past. In his last six games, Eldridge has gone deep four times, added two doubles, and tallied […]

Fantasy Baseball Prospect Risers - Rookies to Stash and Top Performers for Week 8 (2025)

Welcome Rotoballers to another edition of my biweekly prospect series. In this edition, we will take a look at two of the top catching prospects in the sport, Harry Ford and Samuel Basallo. In addition, we will analyze Otto Kemp's incredible start to the Triple-A regular season. However, it is crucial to determine whether these […]

Moises Chace to Undergo Tommy John Surgery

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Moises Chace (elbow) is set to undergo Tommy John surgery. The 21-year-old is currently ranked as the No. 5 prospect in the system on MLB.com. Through the opening month of the regular season, Chace logged 16 2/3 innings at Double-A. Through this stint, Chase held a 3.24 ERA with a […]

Justin Wrobleski Sent Back to Triple-A

The Los Angeles Dodgers have optioned left-handed pitching prospect Justin Wrobleski to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Wrobleski was tasked to pitch four innings of relief on Thursday but will now return to Triple-A. In this contest against the Athletics, the left-hander performed quite well, logging four one-hit innings. He did not allow a walk and struck […]

Noah Cameron Set to Make Spot Start on Saturday

Kansas City Royals left-handed pitching prospect Noah Cameron is set to make a spot start on Saturday against the St. Louis Cardinals. Cameron will take the spot of Seth Lugo (finger), who is being given the weekend off due to inflammation in his right finger. Cameron made his MLB debut earlier this season and performed […]

Mick Abel Set to Make MLB Debut on Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Mick Abel is set to make his MLB debut on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Earlier on Friday, the Phillies placed starting pitcher Aaron Nola (ankle) on the 15-day IL. However, Abel is only expected to receive one start as veteran Taijuan Walker will replace Abel in the rotation next […]

Travis Bazzana Sidelined at Double-A

Cleveland Guardians second base prospect Travis Bazzana (oblique) is being evaluated for a "right-side flank" injury. The former first overall pick from last year's MLB Draft exited early on Wednesday and was also held out of the starting nine on Thursday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as an extended absence could close […]

Coco Montes Optioned to Triple-A

The Tampa Bay Rays have optioned second baseman Coco Montes back to Triple-A Durham on Friday. Montes was recalled from Durham earlier in the week to replace Yandy Diaz, who was on the restricted list. However, with Diaz expected to return on Friday, Montes will return to the minor leagues. Through five games in Tampa […]

Brice Matthews Placed on Triple-A Injured List

The Houston Astros have placed infield prospect Brice Matthews (concussion) on the Triple-A 7-day injured list with a concussion. According to Chandler Rome, Matthews sustained this injury after a slide. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he slowly ramps up his activity. Through the first 37 contests of the Triple-A regular season, […]

Drake Baldwin Continues to Impress

Atlanta Braves catching prospect Drake Baldwin went 3-for-4 with an RBI during their victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. Baldwin knocked an RBI single in the fifth inning, which scored Nick Allen. The young backstop has begun to earn more playing time over Sean Murphy, given his recent surge at the plate. Over his […]

Dalton Rushing Busy in MLB Debut

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher/outfield prospect Dalton Rushing went 2-for-3 with a walk and three runs during his MLB debut on Thursday evening against the Athletics. Rushing hit two singles. He got the starting nod behind the dish and was in the seven-hole. This was a promising debut for the top prospect in the Dodger system. […]

Carson Palmquist Expected to Start on Friday Evening

Colorado Rockies left-handed pitching prospect Carson Palmquist is expected to make his MLB debut this evening against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to the contest in case they opt to have him serve in a long relief role. The 24-year-old is currently considered the No. 9-ranked prospect […]

Christian Montes De Oca Headed to Major Leagues

The Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to promote right-handed pitching prospect Christian Montes De Oca to the major leagues. Montes De Oca has yet to appear in an MLB contest. Through the early part of the season, Montes De Oca has been very productive with Triple-A Reno. Across 19 innings of relief, the right-hander has posted […]

3 Impressive Fantasy Baseball Breakout Pitchers - Tony Gonsolin, Griffin Canning, JP Sears

With a full month of data to analyze, it is time to take a look at three surprising pitchers in baseball. These pitchers have exceeded all expectations and have flashed strong upside. In this piece, we will do a deep dive on three pitchers who have surprised many through the early part of the campaign: […]

Kale Fountain Swipes Four Bags On Thursday

San Diego Padres third base prospect Kale Fountain continued his strong start to his professional career on Thursday. Facing the Guardians' ACL affiliate, Fountain not only swiped his first professional bag but also stole four during the contest. This was only his second game of the season, not tallying a hit. However, he was still […]