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Andy Smith

4948 articles

Andy Smith is an editor, contributor, and member of the operations staff at RotoBaller, a multi-award-winning fantasy sports media company. Since joining the team in January 2024, he has produced fantasy content across football, baseball, and hockey. Andy has been playing fantasy sports for nearly his entire life and strongly believes in the power of data analysis to gain a competitive edge. He holds a master’s degree in Business Analytics, which shapes his analytical approach to fantasy sports. His work emphasizes data, historical trends, and actionable insights to help managers make informed decisions. He began his sports writing career at his university newspaper, where he was eventually promoted to Sports Editor and earned nominations for several awards, including Best Editorial Piece by the Press Club of Long Island. Andy is also an accredited member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association (FSWA). Follow him on X (formerly known as Twitter) @A_Smith_FS.

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Emmanuel Rodriguez Emerging as Top Outfield Prospect to Stash

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez continues to climb the stash rankings and enters Week 6 as one of the top outfield prospects to stash in fantasy. Entering the regular season, Rodriguez was considered the team's No. 4 prospect and the overall No. 64 prospect in the sport, per MLB.com. Last summer, Rodriguez dealt with […]


Is Braden Montgomery Nearing His MLB Debut?

Chicago White Sox top prospect Braden Montgomery is quickly approaching his MLB debut and could reach the big leagues much sooner than anticipated. The team's No. 1-ranked prospect and the overall No. 31 prospect according to MLB.com began the 2026 campaign with Double-A but has since been promoted to Triple-A, putting him just one stop […]


Kaelen Culpepper Climbing Stash Rankings Amid Hot Stretch at Triple-A

Minnesota Twins infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper has continued to climb the stash rankings among hitting prospects as he nears his MLB debut. The No. 2-ranked prospect in the system, according to MLB.com, began the 2026 campaign with Triple-A St. Paul, putting him just one stop away from the big leagues. Through 29 total games, Culpepper […]


Matvei Michkov - Fantasy Hockey Rankings NHL DFS Picks, DFS Hockey

NHL Power Rankings: Where Do All Eight Remaining Playoff Team Stand?

With the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs officially in the books, it's time to update our power rankings with the eight remaining clubs in the current playoff bracket. In Round 1, we saw both top seeds in each representative conference take care of business in a perfect four-game sweep, while some teams needed […]


Braxton Garrett Not in Contention to Earn MLB Promotion?

According to Fish on First, Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher Braxton Garrett is still listed to start on Tuesday evening for Triple-A Jacksonville, which could prevent him from replacing Chris Paddack in the MLB rotation on Friday. Earlier on Tuesday, Paddack was designated for assignment, opening his next turn in the rotation on Friday. While Garrett […]


Max Clark Hits Brief Skid at Triple-A Toledo, Still Holding Elite Stash Value?

Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark has been swinging a cold bat at Triple-A over the last two weeks, but still holds a high-end stash value among the top hitting prospects. Over his last 11 games with Triple-A Toledo, Clark has held a .140/.229/.163 line with just one extra-base hit (one double) and a 12:5 […]


Kade Anderson Turns in Another Stellar Outing, Can he Debut in 2026?

Seattle Mariners left-handed pitching prospect Kade Anderson turned in another stellar outing at Double-A and is making a strong case to make his MLB debut much sooner than previously expected. Anderson joined the Mariners with the third overall selection in last spring's draft but has quickly proven himself more than capable of holding his own […]


Charlie Condon Sees Power Numbers Drop at Triple-A, Cause for Concern?

Colorado Rockies first base/outfield prospect Charlie Condon has seen his power numbers and overall production dip slightly over the last two weeks at Triple-A. However, he remains a top-hitting prospect, as there is still a clear opening for him on the MLB roster. Over his last 11 contests, the former third overall pick has posted […]


Ryan Waldschmidt Still Worth Stashing Amid Triple-A Skid?

Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt has hit a bit of a skid at Triple-A and has seen his value as a top hitting prospect to stash decline slightly. Over his last seven games with Triple-A Reno, Waldschmidt has gone 5-for-28 with just one home run and a double. During this stretch, the outfielder has […]


Colt Emerson on the Verge of MLB Debut?

Seattle Mariners shortstop prospect Colt Emerson continues to find success at the top level of the Seattle system and remains a high-end hitting prospect to stash in all formats. Over the last seven games at Triple-A Tacoma, Emerson has gone deep twice while swiping one bag with a 12:5 K:BB. Overall, the team's No. 1-ranked […]


Robby Snelling Holds Must-Stash Value After Dominant Nine-Strikeout Effort

Miami Marlins left-handed pitching prospect Robby Snelling enjoyed an impressive bounce-back showing in his most recent start at Triple-A and holds elite stash upside in Week 6 of the fantasy baseball season. On May 1, Snelling struck out nine hitters over five no-hit frames against Triple-A Durham. He allowed just one free pass. This was […]


Giants to Promote No. 1-Ranked Prospect Bryce Eldridge to MLB Roster

The San Francisco Giants are promoting top first base prospect Bryce Eldridge to the major league roster ahead of Monday's contest against the San Diego Padres. Eldridge is considered the team's No. 1-ranked prospect on MLB.com and the overall No. 20 in the sport. Eldridge was in serious consideration to break camp as a first […]


Anthony Volpe Reinstated From Injured List, Optioned to Triple-A

According to Joel Sherman of The New York Post, the New York Yankees have activated shortstop Anthony Volpe (elbow) from the 10-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A. Volpe was expected to take on the starting shortstop role in the Bronx ahead of his return from injury, but the Yankees will instead keep him […]


Marlins Demote Agustin Ramirez to Triple-A

The Miami Marlins have demoted catcher Agustin Ramirez to Triple-A Jacksonville, according to Craig Mish. Ramirez had a slow start to his first full season in the big leagues and will head to the top level of the minor leagues to work out his struggles. Over the first 31 games of the campaign, Ramirez has […]


Reds Set to Promote No. 7-Ranked Prospect Chase Petty to Start on Monday

The Cincinnati Reds expect to promote No. 7-ranked prospect Chase Petty to start on Monday evening against the Chicago Cubs. Petty is slated to replace Brandon Williamson in the starting rotation, who was recently shifted to the injured list. Petty made his MLB debut during the 2025 campaign but logged only six innings in his […]


Ben Rice Exits Sunday's Contest With Left-Hand Contusion

New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (hand) exited Sunday's contest against the Baltimore Orioles with a left hand contusion. According to Meredith Marakovits of the YES Network, Rice sustained this injury on a pickoff attempt while playing first base. His X-rays were negative, and the team currently views the young slugger as day-to-day. Managers […]


Ryan Jeffers - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, MLB News, Catcher

5 Bargain Basement Hitters - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 5

With another week of MLB action behind us, it's time to take a deep dive into five hitters who are widely available in Yahoo leagues and are emerging as sneaky waiver wire targets. This week, we take a look at a young utility in St. Louis and a super utility man in Cleveland who have […]


Jonah Tong - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Rankings, MLB Prospects

Top-5 MLB Pitching Prospects To Stash For Fantasy Baseball Redraft Leagues - Week 6 (2026)

Welcome back to our top starting pitcher fantasy baseball prospects to stash for Week 6 of the 2026 MLB season. This week, we saw Payton Tolle make his second start of the season and top hitting prospect Travis Bazzana earn the call to the big leagues. Below, we will look at the top five pitching […]


Justin Wrobleski - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB Prospects, Draft Sleepers

Sneaky Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups, Buys: Week 5 - Hot Pitchers To Sustain Success?

With another week of MLB action behind us, it's time to do another deep dive and examine four hot starting pitchers that could be worth adding off the waiver wire. This week, we will spotlight some pitchers that may not have the highest strikeout potential, but have emerged as top contributors when looking for a […]


Does Aidan Miller Still Hold Stash Value?

Philadelphia Phillies infield prospect Aidan Miller (back) has yet to take the field this season and is quickly losing stash value. According to a recent report by Todd Zolecki of MLB.com, the team's top infield prospect is "nearing" a return to swinging a bat. While the infielder has been able to participate in other baseball […]


Didier Fuentes Worth a Pickup in Modified Role?

Atlanta Braves right-handed pitching prospect Didier Fuentes was recalled to the MLB roster in a modified relief role prior to Tuesday's contest. In Tuesday's game, Fuentes entered the game out of the bullpen and logged two no-hit frames with one walk and one punchout, earning his first career hold. Fuentes was promoted to the majors […]


Luis Lara Emerging as Top Name to Monitor in Brewers System

Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara is putting together a dominant start with Triple-A Nashville and is emerging as a top name to monitor in their system. Lara spent the entire 2025 campaign with Double-A and was given the green light to begin the 2026 season with the top club in their system. Through his […]


Jonah Tong Approaching Return to Queens?

New York Mets right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong is emerging as a sneaky stash option following the injury to Kodai Senga (back). Earlier this week, Senga was shifted to the 15-day injured list, opening up a spot in the starting rotation. While Christian Scott was recalled from Triple-A, Tong is a name to watch closely, […]


James Tibbs III Still Holding High-End Stash Value

Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect James Tibbs III has continued to swing a hot bat at Triple-A and is making a strong case to join the MLB roster. Through 27 games with Triple-A Oklahoma City, Tibbs has posted an impressive .291/.408/.699 slash line with seven doubles, 11 home runs, and a stolen base. During this […]


Will Kade Anderson Make his MLB Debut this Season?

Seattle Mariners starting pitching prospect Kade Anderson has enjoyed a dominant start to his professional career and could be making his MLB debut much sooner than expected. Anderson joined the Mariners with the third overall pick in last spring's draft but is quickly showing his elite upside in the upper minors. The Mariners assigned the […]


A.J. Ewing Sitting at the Top of the Stash List Following Triple-A Promotion?

The New York Mets promoted infield prospect A.J. Ewing to Triple-A Syracuse earlier this week, and he is quickly entering high-end stash territory for fantasy baseball. Ewing is ranked as the team's No. 3 prospect on MLB.com and the No. 87 overall prospect in the sport. Ewing began the 2026 campaign with Double-A Binghampton and […]


Spencer Jones Still on the Stash Radar Amid Skid?

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones has hit a bit of a skid at Triple-A and is falling down the stash rankings in Week 5. Over his last seven contests, the team's young slugger has posted a rough .091/.286/.136 slash line with just one extra-base hit (a double). However, prior to this power skid, […]


Thomas White Flashing Dominance at Triple-A, Entering Stash Conversation?

Miami Marlins left-handed pitching prospect Thomas White has looked dominant over his first two outings at Triple-A Jacksonville and quickly re-emerged on the stash radar. Through two starts (eight innings), the southpaw has posted a 1.13 ERA with a 0.80 WHIP. He has struck out 14 hitters while allowing just three free passes. The team's […]


Emmanuel Rodriguez Quickly Approaching MLB Promotion?

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez has continued to heat up at Triple-A and is emerging as a sneaky stash candidate in deep formats. Through 22 games at Triple-A, Rodriguez has posted a .253/.412/.533 slash line with a .945 OPS. During this stint, Rodriguez has gone deep six times, tallied three doubles, and swiped three […]


Is Joshua Baez Nearing his MLB Debut?

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Joshua Baez has flashed his raw power at Triple-A and could be slowly progressing toward his MLB debut. The Cardinals gave Baez an opportunity to break camp in spring training, despite not logging a single at-bat with the Triple-A club, but he was unable to claim a starting role. Last […]


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