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Andy Smith

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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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Kevin Alcantara to Compete for Spot on Opening Day Roster

According to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara is expected to be in the mix for one of the final spots on the Opening Day roster. However, the outfielder does have one more minor league option, which could push him to Triple-A to begin the regular season. Bastian noted that the […]


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6 High-Upside Fantasy Baseball Pitchers: Must-Have Players Set To Rebound in 2026

The 2025 season saw many pitchers reach elite fantasy territory, like Garrett Crochet and Bryan Woo. Entering the season, Crochet and Woo both had significant workload concerns, but had elite metrics under the hood. Both pitchers surpassed expectations and were league-winning picks for those who took on the "risk"  at their price tags. Unfortunately, some […]


Mike Sirota Rising Through Los Angeles System

Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect Mike Sirota is quickly progressing through the minor leagues and is a name to watch in 2026. Sirota was drafted with the 87th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft by the Cincinnati Reds out of Northeastern. He was then shipped to the Dodgers in the package that sent infielder […]


Alfredo Duno a Name to Watch in Dynasty Formats

Cincinnati Reds catching prospect Alfredo Duno is a name to monitor in dynasty formats ahead of the 2026 regular season. Duno is currently listed as the team's No. 2-ranked prospect on MLB.com and the overall No. 48-ranked prospect on MLB.com. Duno joined the Cincinnati system in 2023 and has continued to show high upside at […]


Brody Hopkins Will Attend Big-League Spring Training

Tampa Bay Rays right-handed pitching prospect Brody Hopkins will attend MLB spring training. Hopkins is currently viewed as the No. 3-ranked prospect in the Tampa Bay system on MLB.com. Last summer, Hopkins spent the entire campaign at Double-A. In 2024, he made his professional debut and spent time in the lower levels. Through 115 innings […]


Jurrangelo Cijntje to Focus Exclusively on Right-Handed Pitching

Seattle Mariners switch-pitching prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje is expected to focus entirely on right-handed pitching during spring training. Cijntje joined the Mariners with the 15th overall selection in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Mississippi State. Cijntje spent his debut campaign splitting time across High-And Double-A, pitching from both sides. However, the Mariners will look to […]


Tommy Troy Headed to Big-League Camp

The Arizona Diamondbacks have officially invited infield prospect Tommy Troy to MLB spring training. Troy was a fast riser in the system last season and is now in a great position to compete for a role on the Opening Day roster in 2026. Troy began the 2025 campaign with Double-A Amarillo and held a .286/.382/.461 […]


Ryan Waldschmidt Earns Invite to Spring Training

The Arizona Diamondbacks have invited top outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt to big league camp. Waldschmidt is considered the team's top-ranked prospect on MLB.com and the overall No. 66-ranked prospect in the sport. Waldschmidt joined the Diamondbacks in the 2024 Draft and is now knocking on the MLB door. Last summer, the Kentucky product began the […]


Pirates Unlikely to Reunite with Isiah Kiner-Falefa?

According to Danny Demilio of PittsburghBaseballNow.com, the Pirates are unlikely to pursue a reunion with infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa in free agency. Demilio reported that a reunion between both sides appears to be "unlikely for several reasons." While the Pirates were unable to strike a deal with Eugenio Suarez ahead of his signing with the Reds […]


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NHL Power Rankings: Where Do All 32 Teams Stand Ahead of Week 18?

Week 17 of the NHL campaign is in the books, and it's time to update our power rankings once again. With only a few days before the Olympic break, the playoff picture is rounding into form, and the contenders continue to distance themselves from the rest of the league. This week, we saw the Blue […]


Masataka Yoshida Remains Potential Trade Candidate

According to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic, the Boston Red Sox could still look to shop outfielder/designated hitter Masataka Yoshida ahead of spring training. Yoshida posted a .266/.307/.388 slash line with 11 doubles and four home runs across a 66-game stint with Boston last season. He generated a high .270 xBA and showed an elite […]


Kristian Campbell Holding Undefined Role Ahead of Spring Training

Boston Red Sox second baseman/outfielder Kristian Campbell does not have a defined role on the roster ahead of spring training. Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports that while the team is viewing Campbell as a fit in the outfield due to his athleticism, the current state of the outfield is quite crowded and will not provide […]


Pavin Smith Not Guaranteed Everyday Role?

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Pavin Smith may be in danger of losing an everyday role. According to reports by Douglas Santo of ArizonaSports.com, the Diamondbacks have shown serious interest in acquiring another first baseman on the free agent market. They have been linked to free agents Carlos Santana and Paul Goldschmidt. If the team were […]


Red Sox Did Not Pursue Eugenio Suarez in Free Agency

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com, the Boston Red Sox did not play a "meaningful role" in third baseman Eugenio Suarez's free-agent market. On Sunday evening, the slugging third baseman inked a one-year deal to return to Cincinnati. The Pittsburgh Pirates were also in heavy pursuit, but it appears the Red Sox did not make […]


JJ Bleday Could Open Season in Minor Leagues

Cincinnati Reds outfielder JJ Bleday could be a candidate to begin the season in the minor leagues. C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reported that Bleday still has minor league options and, as a result, could be sent to Triple-A to begin the campaign. The Reds signed the veteran outfielder to a one-year, $1.4 million […]


Brayan Bello Continues to Emerge in Trade Talks

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Brayan Bello continues to emerge in trade talks, according to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. Boston currently has a surplus of starting pitchers, with the signings of Ranger Suarez and Sonny Gray and the emergence of young arms like Payton Tolle and Connelly Early. Through the offseason, reports have suggested […]


Jesus Luzardo, Phillies Not Discussing Contract Extension

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo has yet to begin discussions for a contract extension with the club. However, Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic reported that the team could look ot start preliminary discussions once spring training begins. Team president Dave Dombrowski has expressed interest in the southpaw, and both sides could look to […]


Aidan Miller Unlikely to Break Camp with MLB Roster?

According to Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic, Philadelphia Phillies infield prospect Aidan Miller is not expected to break camp with the MLB roster. While Varnes noted that a 2026 MLB debut remains in play, he will likely not be on the team's Opening Day roster given the team's current infield depth. Miller is considered the […]


Luisangel Acuna to Compete for Center Field Role

Chicago White Sox infielder Luisangel Acuna is expected to compete for the starting center field role during spring training, according to Dan Bartels of The New York Post. Acuna was shipped to the White Sox from the New York Mets earlier this winter in exchange for outfielder Luis Robert Jr. Acuna made his MLB debut […]


Colt Emerson Earns Ticket to MLB Spring Training

Seattle Mariners infield prospect Colt Emerson has earned an invite to big-league spring training. Emerson is currently viewed as the top prospect in the Seattle system on MLB.com and the No. 9-ranked overall prospect in the sport. Emerson joined the Mariners with the 22nd overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft out of John Glenn […]


Edgar Quero Working on Swing at Driveline

Chicago White Sox catcher Edgar Quero was working at Driveline in the offseason to improve his swing. Quero has been looking to increase his bat speed and quality of contact for the upcoming campaign. The young backstop made his MLB debut last summer and posted a .268/.333/.356 line with 17 doubles and five home runs. […]


JR Ritchie an Emerging Arm in Atlanta's System

Atlanta Braves right-handed pitching prospect JR Ritchie is an emerging arm in the Atlanta system and is expected to make his MLB debut in 2026. Ritchie began the campaign with High-A Rome but was able to reach Triple-A Gwinnett in the second half. At High-A, the right-hander was impressive, logging 41 2/3 innings to the […]


Braden Montgomery Earns Invite to Spring Training

The Chicago White Sox have invited top outfield prospect Braden Montgomery to big-league spring training. Montgomery joined the White Sox with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Texas A&M. He made his professional debut in 2025 with Low-A, but quickly progressed through the lower levels, ending the regular season at […]


Sebastian Walcott Joining Big-League Roster in Spring Training

Texas Rangers top prospect Sebastian Walcott has received an invite to big-league spring training. The young infielder is currently considered the team's top prospect and the No. 6 overall-ranked prospect in the sport on MLB.com. The 19-year-old spent the entire 2025 campaign with Double-A Frisco and is quickly approaching his MLB debut. Across this stint, […]


Samuel Basallo Trims 15 Pounds in Offseason

According to Jake Rill of MLB.com, Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo has lost 15 pounds in the offseason. Basallo is poised to spend the entire 2026 season in the major leagues and appears to have entered camp in great physical shape. Basallo began the 2025 season with the Norfolk Tides and posted a strong […]


Thomas White to Attend Big-League Camp

Miami Marlins top pitching prospect Thomas White has earned an invite to MLB spring training. This is an excellent sign for the budding southpaw, who now appears to be in serious consideration for a spot on the Opening Day roster. According to MLB.com, White is viewed as the No. 22-ranked prospect in the entire sport. […]


Robby Snelling Earns Ticket to Spring Training

The Miami Marlins have invited left-handed pitching prospect Robby Snelling to big league spring training. Snelling was on the verge of making his MLB debut last summer and is now in serious contention to break camp with the MLB roster. He began the 2025 season with Double-A Pensacola, where he logged 72 1/3 innings with […]


Wilyer Abreu a Potential Trade Target for Houston

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, the Houston Astros could look to target Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu before spring training. The Astros have expressed interest in adding a left-handed bat and would have the assets to acquire Abreu from Boston. Their infield is currently quite crowded, and third baseman Isaac Paredes has […]


Zac Gallen Remains Linked to Cubs, Diamondbacks, Orioles

Free agent starting pitcher Zac Gallen remains linked to the Chicago Cubs, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Baltimore Orioles. Gallen is one of the top remaining starting pitchers on the open market. Last season, the 30-year-old logged 192 innings to the tune of a modest 4.83 ERA with a 1.26 WHIP. He struck out just 175 hitters. […]


Tommy Edman Will Have Delayed Start to Spring Training, Could Miss Opening Day

According to Katie Woo of The Athletic, Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman/outfielder Tommy Edman (ankle) will have a delayed start to spring training and is in danger of missing Opening Day. Edman is currently recovering from a right ankle operation. According to Woo, there is a "growing likelihood" that Edman will not be ready for […]


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