Bryan Reynolds Dealing with Tightness

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds (tightness) was held out of the starting nine on Sunday due to "a little tightness in the trunk," according to Danny Demilio of Pittsburgh Baseball Now. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the switch-hitter's status leading up to their next contest on Monday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This afternoon, Tommy […]

Nick Kurtz Out on Sunday

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (hip) is not in the starting nine on Sunday when they conclude a series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Kurtz was pulled from Saturday's contest due to a left hip flexor injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next contest on Tuesday evening against the […]

Kyle Isbel, Michael Massey Sitting on Sunday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Kyle Isbel (illness) and second baseman Michael Massey are not in the starting lineup when they face the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon. Isbel was held out of the starting nine on Saturday due to an illness and will remain out on Sunday. Massey has started each of their last nine […]

Joc Pederson Hits 10-Day Injured List, Kevin Pillar Designated For Assignment

Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson (hand) has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hand fracture. In a corresponding move, the Rangers designated outfielder Kevin Pillar for assignment. This opened a spot on the roster for outfield prospect Alejandro Osuna. Pederson was hit by a pitch during Saturday's contest and was […]

Ha-Seong Kim Starting Rehab Assignment on Monday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (shoulder) is slated to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham on Monday. Kim has been sidelined since last August after suffering a shoulder injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he will likely need several games during his assignment before he is cleared to report […]

Tyler Heineman Placed on 7-Day Injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays have placed catcher Tyler Heineman (concussion) on the 7-day concussion injured list. This move is retroactive to May 23. The Blue Jays promoted catcher Ali Sanchez to the MLB roster in a corresponding move. The 33-year-old will now be sidelined for at least the next week. Throughout the opening two months […]

Daulton Varsho, Alejandro Kirk, Nathan Lukes Not in Sunday's Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays outfielders Daulton Varsho and Nathan Lukes, as well as catcher Alejandro Kirk, are not in Sunday's lineup when they conclude a series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Varsho has started each of their previous eight contests. During this stretch, he has held a .152/.147/.455 slash line with two doubles, one triple, and […]

Danny Jansen, Jose Caballero Sitting on Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Danny Jansen and infielder/outfielder Jose Caballero are not in Sunday's lineup when they conclude a series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Jansen has started in each of the previous two contests. During this stretch, the backstop went 2-for-7 at the plate with a double. As a result, Ben Rortvedt will get […]

Taylor Walls Starting on Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls (groin) is back in the starting nine on Sunday when the Rays face the Toronto Blue Jays. Walls has been held out of the starting nine over the past three contests due to groin soreness. Prior to his injury, Walls had posted a modest .206/.300/.235 slash line with just […]

Tyler Stephenson, Spencer Steer Not in Sunday's Lineup

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson and outfielder Spencer Steer are not in Sunday's lineup when they conclude a series against the Chicago Cubs. Stephenson has been in the starting nine in each of the past six games. During this stretch, the backstop posted a .150/.292/.250 slash line with two doubles. This afternoon, Jose Trevino will […]

Michael Busch Sitting on Sunday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch will take a seat on Sunday, facing Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Nick Lodolo. Through the opening two months of the season, Busch has made just two starts against left-handed pitching. As a result, the veteran Justin Turner will cover first base and is slated to bat in the seven-hole. […]

Carson Kelly Scratched with Illness

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly (illness) has been scratched on Sunday due to an illness. As a result, Reese McGuire will enter the starting nine and be behind the dish. He will bat in the nine-hole. Earlier on Sunday, the Cubs officially placed No. 2 catcher Miguel Amaya (oblique) on the IL, which leaves McGuire […]

Carlos Santana Scratched with Leg Tightness

Cleveland Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana (leg) was scratched from Sunday's starting nine due to left leg tightness. Tim Stebbins of MLB.com noted that this is precautionary, and the veteran could return to the starting nine quickly. Fantasy managers should monitor his status leading up to their next game on Monday evening against the Los […]

Yimi Garcia Placed on 15-Day Injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays are placing right-handed pitcher Yimi Garcia (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list. In a corresponding move, the Blue Jays are promoting right-handed pitcher Paxton Schultz from Triple-A Buffalo. Garcia has not appeared in a game since May 22. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as Garcia could be sidelined […]

Aaron Nola Not Progressing Well

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola (ankle) has not progressed as quickly as the team has hoped. Nola has been sidelined with a right ankle sprain and was placed on the injured list on May 15. Nola was initially expected to throw a bullpen this weekend in Sacramento, but it appears he has not progressed […]

Nick Kurtz Day-to-Day with Hip-Flexor Injury

Athletics first base prospect Nick Kurtz (hip) suffered a hip flexor injury during their contest against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday evening. Martin Gallegos of MLB.com noted that Kurtz was pulled from the contest due to this injury and that the team will evaluate him prior to Sunday's game. If Kurtz were to sit out […]

Willson Contreras Remains Out on Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras (back) remains out of the starting nine on Sunday when they conclude a series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Contreras was scratched from the starting nine on Friday evening due to back spasms. Before his injury, Contreras held a solid .256/.286/.410 slash line with three doubles, one home run, […]

Marcelo Mayer Starting at Third Base on Sunday

Boston Red Sox infield prospect Marcelo Mayer will get the starting nod at the hot corner during Sunday's series finale against the Baltimore Orioles. Mayer got the start at the hot corner during his MLB debut on Saturday evening. With Alex Bregman (quadriceps) sidelined, fantasy managers should expect the No. 8-ranked prospect in the sport […]

Daulton Varsho - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 20% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho missed the start of the season due to a shoulder injury. However, since returning in late April, Varsho has begun to showcase his power upside. Since returning from injury, Varsho came into Friday's game with a .615 slugging […]

Jose Caballero - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-team Category Leagues ROSTERED IN: 15% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  Tampa Bay Rays utility man Jose Caballero has been one of the most effective players on the basepaths over the past week. In his seven contests, the 28-year-old has swiped six bags. During this stretch, he has tallied three doubles and held a […]

Chris Paddack - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10-12 Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Chris Paddack was likely dropped in most leagues after his disappointing opening month. Across his first 32 1/3 innings of work, Paddack posted a rough 5.57 ERA with a 1.48 WHIP. During this stint, he held a 24:16 K:BB and allowed six […]

Chase Meidroth - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-team leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: While he's far from flashy, Chase Meidroth brings enough to the table to provide value to fantasy teams in a variety of ways. In his first 109 Major League plate appearances, Meidroth is slashing .309/.385/.381 with 15 runs scored and eight stolen bases […]

Ryan O'Hearn - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Formats ROSTERED IN: 28% of Leagues ANALYSIS: It's been a disappointing season in Baltimore, but not because of anything Ryan O'Hearn is doing. O'Hearn has been the one consistently good hitter in Baltimore's lineup and leads the Orioles in wRC+, wOBA, WAR, AVG, and OBP this season. And this is on […]

Gabriel Moreno - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Formats ROSTERED IN: 30% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Gabriel Moreno was ice cold to start the year, slashing just .230/.321/.257 in April. As you’d expect, his ownership rate plummeted as he was no longer worth owning in one-catcher leagues. However, his underlying metrics suggested that he was getting unlucky and that […]

Agustin Ramirez - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Formats ROSTERED IN: 35% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Agustin Ramirez didn't do anything extremely notable in the past week, but his ownership rate remains too low for how valuable he is. Playing time is one thing that can truly differentiate a catcher from most others at the position, and Ramirez has […]

Jordan Beck - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Formats ROSTERED IN: 35% of Leagues ANALYSIS: It surprised me to see that Jordan Beck is only 35% rostered on Yahoo right now. The 24-year-old outfielder had his third straight multi-hit game on Friday night to push his season slash line to .271/.329/.542 in 158 plate appearances with eight home […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (5/25/25)

Welcome Back, RotoBallers! Today, we have an action-packed nine-game Sunday slate (10 games on the FanDuel slate). While several of the top pitchers are not included in the main slate, such as Jesus Luzardo and Spencer Schwellenbach, we still have several intriguing options to highlight. On the hitting side, we will highlight the Boston Red […]

Nick Kurtz - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Formats ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: After going hitless in his previous six games, Nick Kurtz has picked up five hits in his last four games, with four of those being home runs. Even with the ups and downs from Kurtz so far, his quality of contact metrics has […]

Alejandro Osuna - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 9)

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 5% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Texas Rangers are promoting their No. 7-ranked prospect in their system, Alejandro Osuna, to the major leagues. During Saturday's contest against the Chicago White Sox, Joc Pederson (hand) suffered a broken right hand, which opened a spot on the major league roster for […]

FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Baseball Pickups to Target for Week 9 (May 26 - June 1)

With Week 8 over, it is time to look ahead to Week 9 and place our FAAB bids. This week, we will highlight several elite speed options in the infield. If you faded speed in your draft, this is your week to get some much-needed production in that category. On the pitching side, we will […]