Andrew Painter in Strong Contention for Rotation Spot

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Andrew Painter is in serious consideration for one of the final spots in the Phillies starting rotation. With Zack Wheeler (elbow) on the shelf to open the season, the team's top pitching prospect appears to be in serious consideration for one of the final spots. However, given his struggles last […]

Walker Jenkins a Name to Closely Watch in Spring Training

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins is a name to closely monitor in spring training as he could compete for an early MLB debut. The 20-year-old is currently viewed as MLB.com's No. 10-ranked prospect and Minnesota's No. 1 prospect. Last summer, Jenkins began the campaign with Double-A but was able to reach Triple-A, where he […]

Jhostynxon Garcia Flashing Upside With Glove

Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia has looked impressive on the defensive side of the ball during the early stages of camp. According to Pirates manager Don Kelly, the young outfielder has held his own in the outfield when fielding flyballs. Kelly noted that Garcia's impact and ceiling" is "really high." The Pirates acquired Garcia […]

Ricky Tiedemann Could See Time as Reliever in 2026?

Toronto Blue Jays left-handed prospect Ricky Tiedemann could be deployed in a relief role this season, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. The young lefty is currently working his way back from Tommy John surgery and has looked quite impressive in the early stages of camp. According to Matheson, while Tiedemann has "all the time […]

Dynasty Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers From the NFL Playoffs

With the NFL Playoffs officially in the books and the Lombardi Trophy heading to Seattle, dynasty managers can begin to turn their focus to the upcoming rookie class. However, even though the "fantasy season" was over in Week 17, the dynasty market has shifted quite substantially following a wild postseason that saw a budding rookie […]

Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash and Trade For - Dynasty League Targets (2026)

The offseason is often the most exciting time for dynasty managers. During this time, managers can reassess their roster and examine whether they are in the contending stage or still in a retool. With spring training underway and games just days away, we will analyze five prospects who are strong trade and stash targets (depending […]

NHL Trade Deadline Predictions: Most-Likely Players to be Traded

While the NHL season is currently on pause due to the 2026 Milan Winter Olympic Games, the trade deadline is right around the corner and will be a major talking point once the league resumes. In fact, the trade deadline is March 6, just nearly a week after the regular season picks back up on […]

CJ Kayfus to Have Prominent Role in Cleveland Lineup?

Cleveland Guardians first base/outfield prospect CJ Kayfus should compete to earn a near-everyday role in the Cleveland starting lineup during spring training. The Guardians promoted Kayfus to the major leagues last season, but he did not find immediate success. Across his first 44 games in the big leagues, Kayfus held a .220/.292/.415 slash line with […]

JR Ritchie Drawing "Excitement" in Camp, Making Case to Earn Starting Role

Atlanta Braves starting pitching prospect JR Ritchie is drawing "excitement" in the early stages of camp and continues to make a strong case to begin the season in the MLB rotation. Ritchie is currently ranked as the team's No. 2 prospect on MLB.com and the sport's overall No. 86 prospect. Last summer, the 22-year-old opened […]

Payton Tolle Looks to Strengthen Secondary Pitches

Boston Red Sox left-handed pitching prospect Payton Tolle plans to mix in his secondary pitches more often to further improve his fastball. According to reports by Christopher Smith of MassLive.com, Tolle's fastball appears two miles per hour faster to hitters than it actually appears. The four-seamer sat at 96.7 mph but generated a much higher […]

Moises Ballesteros May Not Make Camp Debut Until Next Weekend

According to Maddie Lee of The Sun Times, Chicago Cubs catching prospect Moises Ballesteros may not make it to camp until next weekend due to visa issues. Ballesteros and fellow backstop Christian Bethancourt continue to have their camp pushed back, but appear to be making some progress and could reach the United States by the […]

Ryan Sloan Looking Sharp Following Return from Injury

Seattle Mariners right-handed pitching prospect Ryan Sloan (eye) looked sharp in his first bullpen session of spring training. The team's former second-round selection for the 2024 MLB Draft missed the final month of the 2025 campaign due to an eye procedure but appears to be rounding back into form. Sloan was seen reaching 99 MPH […]

Kade Anderson Impressing Early in Camp

Seattle Mariners left-handed pitching prospect Kade Anderson has looked impressive in the early days of camp, according to Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times. According to Divish, the former LSU standout struck out several of Seattle's top hitters in live batting practice over the weekend and did not look overmatched. The team's president of baseball […]

The #1 Overall Wide Receiver for 2026 Fantasy Football - Six Candidates for WR1

With the 2025 NFL season officially in the books with the conclusion of Super Bowl LX, it's time to put our eyes toward 2026. This season, the wide receiver position was not as consistent as it has been in years past, but it still featured some of the league's top assets. The overall WR1 in […]

Infield Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates: High-Upside Draft Targets for 2026

In the back half of your draft, it is crucial to target players that not only have a safe floor but also possess the upside to become league-winning assets. Last season, managers who took the late-round flier on Nico Hoerner, Jacob Wilson, and Jeremy Pena were rewarded with the breakout campaigns. In this piece, we […]

Owen Caissie in Position to Claim Everyday Role?

Miami Marlins outfield prospect Owen Caissie appears to be in a great position to claim a lead role in the Miami offense out of spring training. Caissie was the headliner piece in the trade that sent right-hander Edward Cabrera to the North Side of Chicago earlier this winter. Caissie is now viewed as Miami's No. […]

Dylan Beavers a Name to Watch in Spring Training

Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect Dylan Beavers is a name to closely monitor in spring training. Beavers reached Baltimore last summer and posted a modest .237/.375/.400 line over his brief 35-game stint. During this stretch, the California product hit four home runs and swiped two bases. In the minor leagues, Beavers showed five-category upside, which makes […]

Ryan Waldschmidt has Easier Path to Make Opening Day Roster?

Arizona Diamondbacks top outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt could have an easier path to crack the Opening Day roster following the injury to Corbin Carroll (hand). With the team's top outfielder on the shelf with a fractured hamate bone and in serious danger of missing the start of the season, Waldschmidt could emerge as a top […]

Carter Jensen a Prime Breakout Candidate in 2026

Kansas City Royals catching prospect Carter Jensen is a top breakout candidate heading into the 2026 regular season. Jensen made his MLB debut later in the second half last summer and immediately flashed upside. Through his first 20 MLB games, the former third-round selection posted a .300/.391/.550 slash line with three long balls. Under the […]

JR Ritchie Could Compete for Starting Role in Atlanta Rotation?

Atlanta Braves right-handed pitching prospect JR Ritchie is a name to closely monitor during spring training, as he could break camp with the MLB roster following the injury to Spencer Schwellenbach (elbow). With Schwellenbach on the 60-day IL with an elbow injury, Ritchie could make a strong push to open camp in the starting rotation. […]

Colt Emerson in Consideration to Break Camp with MLB Roster

Seattle Mariners top prospect Colt Emerson is in serious consideration to break camp with the MLB roster. According to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com, the team's President of Baseball Operations, Jerry Dipoto, noted that it's "not out of the question" that the top shortstop prospect begins the season in Seattle. According to MLB.com, Emerson, the former […]

NHL Power Rankings: Where Do All 32 Teams Stand At The Olympic Break?

Week 18 of the NHL campaign is in the books, and the long-awaited Olympic break is here. This will provide the teams with nearly three weeks to rest before they gear up for the playoff push. However, many stars will be in Milan Cortina for the Winter Olympics over the next two weeks. This week, […]

Second Base Fantasy Baseball Draft Targets and Avoids: ADP Report (2026)

The second base position is one of the most difficult to analyze heading into the 2026 season. While there are clear stars at the top, like Ketel Marte and Jazz Chisholm Jr., most of the position features players with inconsistent profiles and track records, making them difficult to select at their current prices. In this […]

Josh Hader Dealing With "Bicep Inflammation," Opening Day in Doubt

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (biceps) underwent imaging that revealed inflammation in his biceps. Earlier in the offseason, Hader dealt with "arm soreness" as well. While the veteran is expected to resume a throwing program later on Wednesday, his status for Opening Day is "in flux." Managers […]

Corbin Carroll Suffers Broken Hamate Bone, in Danger of Missing Opening Day

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (hand) suffered a broken hamate bone during live batting practice on Tuesday and is set to miss significant time this spring. Given this injury, Carroll's status for Opening Day is now in serious question. The star outfielder is a consensus first-round selection in all fantasy formats. Last summer, the former […]

Jackson Holliday to Start Season on Injured List with Broken Hamate Bone

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday (hand) will begin the 2026 campaign on the injured list due to a broken hamate bone in his right hand. Jake Rill of MLB.com reported that Holliday will undergo a procedure on Thursday, and his timeline will be measured in "weeks" after Opening Day. The former first overall was […]

FYPD Sleepers, Draft Targets and Avoids - 2026 Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Prospects

The First-Year-Player Draft (or FYPD for short) is one of the most exciting times for dynasty fantasy baseball managers. Similar to dynasty fantasy football leagues, this is when the top rookies enter the player pool, and managers can add them to their teams. While some FYPDs are not as deep as others, there are several […]

Phillies Continue to Shop Nick Castellanos on Trade Market

According to Scott Lauber of The Inquirer.com, the Philadelphia Phillies continue to shop outfielder Nick Castellanos on the trade market. Throughout the offseason, the Phillies have made it clear they were looking to move off the veteran outfielder. However, they have yet to find a suitor and now may enter spring training with him still […]

Wilyer Abreu Viewed as "Everyday" Player in Boston Lineup

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu is viewed as an "everyday" player in the Boston lineup, according to manager Alex Cora. Last summer, Abreu was typically held on the bench when facing southpaws, but he is now expected to earn the starting nod against both right-handed and left-handed pitching. Through 115 games last season, Abreu […]

Ty Madden Expected to be Cleared for Spring Training

Detroit Tigers right-handed pitching prospect Ty Madden (shoulder) is expected to be a full-go ahead of spring training. Madden suffered a strained rotator cuff last spring and was unable to pitch the next campaign. However, following a successful offseason, the 25-year-old appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of the 2026 campaign. In […]