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Connelly Early Sharp on Tuesday
Boston Red Sox left-handed pitching prospect Connelly Early tossed six innings of one-run ball with five hits and no walks in his tough loss to Double-A Akron. In this contest, Early tallied eight punchouts for the second-straight contest. Since May 11, Early has flashed elite strikeout upside and has been one of the most productive […]
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Colt Emerson Busy on Tuesday
Seattle Mariners shortstop prospect Colt Emerson went 3-for-5 with a double, a home run, and three RBI during their contest against High-A Spokane on Tuesday evening. This performance extended Emerson's current hitting streak to five games. During this stretch, the top-ranked prospect in the Seattle system has posted two multi-hit games and held a .400/.520/.700 […]
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Ruben Ibarra Goes Deep Twice in Second Straight Game
Cincinnati Reds first base prospect Ruben Ibarra went 3-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI during Tuesday's contest against Double-A Rocket City. This was Ibarra's second-straight game launching two home runs and second-straight contest tallying at least three hits. Over his last six games, the former fourth-round selection from the 2021 MLB Draft has […]
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Jett Williams Posts Three-Hit Game on Tuesday
New York Mets infield prospect Jett Williams went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs, and a walk during their contest against Double-A Harrisburg on Tuesday. Williams has been one of the most productive hitters at the Double-A level since the start of June. Since June 4, the top-ranked prospect in Queens has posted a stellar […]
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Cam Smith Launches Two Home Runs in Victory
Houston Astros third baseman/outfielder Cam Smith went 4-for-5 with two home runs, a double, three runs, and three RBI during their victory over the Athletics on Tuesday evening. Smith would launch his first long ball of the contest in the second frame, which was a solo shot off Athletics left-hander JP Sears. Then in the […]
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Brady House Tallies Two Hits on Tuesday
Washington Nationals infield prospect Brady House went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a walk during their loss to the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday evening. Hose made his MLB debut on Monday but went 0-for-4 at the plate with a strikeout. However, the No. 3-ranked prospect in the system was able to enjoy a solid bounce-back […]
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When Is Chase Burns Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 12 Update)
The Cincinnati Reds selected right-handed pitcher Chase Burns with the second overall pick in last year's MLB Draft out of Wake Forest. While Burns did not make his professional debut after the draft, he has made an immediate impact in 2025 and is quickly approaching his MLB debut. This season, we have seen several of […]
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When Is Bubba Chandler Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 12 Update)
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Bubba Chandler is considered the No.2-ranked prospect in the sport and the top pitching prospect on MLB.com. Chandler only sits behind Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony, who recently got the call to the big leagues. Through the first two months of the campaign, Chandler has been very productive at […]
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Fantasy Baseball Prospect Risers - Rookies to Stash and Top Performers for Week 12 (2025)
Welcome, RotoBallers, to my Week 12 edition of the top prospect performers. In this week's piece, we will look at two budding aces in the National League, including one in Cincinnati that is making a strong case to be the sport's top pitching prospect. On the hitting side, we may have another infielder who could […]
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Top-5 MLB Pitching Prospects To Stash For Fantasy Baseball Redraft Leagues - Week 12 (2025)
Welcome back to our top starting pitcher fantasy baseball prospects to stash for Week 12 of the 2025 MLB season. This week, we saw Jacob Misiorowski make his MLB debut and look quite impressive, tossing five no-hit innings. In this piece, we will look at a rising star in the Cincinnati system who was recently […]
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Jonah Tong Continues Strong Stretch on Sunday
New York Mets right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong remained sharp on Sunday as he tossed five innings of one-run ball against Double-A Richmond. He allowed just two hits and no walks. He struck out five. Over his last 38 innings of work at Double-A, Tong has been one of the most dominant pitchers in the […]
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Hurston Waldrep Punches Out Six on Sunday
Atlanta Braves right-handed pitching prospect Hurston Waldrep tossed six innings of one-run ball en route to picking up the victory over Triple-A Memphis on Sunday. In this outing, Waldrep struck out six batters and allowed seven hits and just one walk. This was a much-needed bounce-back outing for the former 24th overall pick as he […]
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Andrew Painter Tosses Five One-Hit Frames
Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Andrew Painter tossed five shutout frames in his start against Triple-A Worcester on Sunday. In this outing, Painter allowed just one hit and two walks. He struck out six batters. This was a much-needed bounce-back outing for the budding ace as he allowed 10 runs and 14 hits over his […]
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Max Clark Extends Hitting Streak to Five Games
Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark went 2-for-5 at the plate with a triple, two RBI, and a walk to extend his hitting streak to five games on Sunday. This was also Clark's second-straight game tallying at least two hits. During this five-game stretch, the top prospect in Detroit has posted a strong .318/.444/.545 line […]
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Konnor Griffin Goes Deep Again on Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Konnor Griffin went deep on Sunday for the second-straight game. In this contest against High-A Rome, Griffin went 1-for-4 at the plate with a long ball and three RBI. On Saturday, Griffin tallied three hits at the plate with a home run. Through his first six games at the High-A level, […]
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James Tibbs III Traded to Boston, Reporting to Double-A
The Boston Red Sox acquired outfield prospect James Tibbs III from the San Francisco Giants in a package that sent third baseman Rafael Devers to the Giants. While Tibbs has spent the entire campaign at the High-A level with San Francisco, the Red Sox are reportedly moving the outfield to Double-A Portland. Tibbs was considered […]
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Nationals Promoting Brady House to Major Leagues
The Washington Nationals are promoting third base prospect Brady House to the major leagues. House has been one of the most productive hitters at the Triple-A level this season. Through 65 games with Triple-A Rochester, the No. 3-ranked prospect in the system has posted a stellar .304/.353/.519 line with 15 doubles, 13 home runs, and […]
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Rafael Devers Traded to San Francisco
The San Francisco Giants are acquiring Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers in exchange for right-handed pitchers Jordan Hicks, Jose Bello, left-handed pitcher Kyle Harrison, and outfield prospect James Tibbs III. Devers has spent his entire tenure in the major leagues with the Boston Red Sox. Earlier this season, Devers expressed frustration with the […]
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Kyle Freeland Hits 15-Day Injured List
The Colorado Rockies have placed left-handed pitcher Kyle Freeland (back) on the 15-day injured list prior to their game on Sunday. The 32-year-old is dealing with lower back stiffness. In a corresponding move, the Rockies promoted left-handed pitcher Carson Palmquist from Triple-A Albuquerque. Freeland has begun to find his footing following a slow start to […]
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Yandy Diaz Sitting on Sunday
Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz is not in the starting lineup on Sunday when the Rays conclude a series against the New York Mets. Diaz has started in each of the past seven games but will be given a maintenance day on Sunday. Over this stretch, Diaz has posted a strong .433/.485/.733 slash […]
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Tyler Mahle Placed on 15-Day Injured List
The Texas Rangers have placed right-handed pitcher Tyler Mahle (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list prior to their contest on Sunday due to right shoulder soreness. In a corresponding move, the Rangers are promoting right-handed pitcher Kumar Rocker from Triple-A. Rocker will get the starting nod this afternoon as well. On Saturday, the team announced […]
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Evan Carter Starting on Sunday
Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (writ) is back in the starting nine on Sunday when the Rangers conclude a series against the Chicago White Sox. Carter was removed from Friday's game after suffering a wrist injury. While he was not expected to return this weekend, he was able to progress enough to get the nod […]
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Luis Robert Jr. Scratched with Thumb Soreness
Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (thumb) was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to thumb soreness. Instead, the White Sox will give Michael Taylor the starting nod in center field. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Robert's status leading up to their next game on Tuesday evening against the St. Louis Cardinals. Over his […]
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Byron Buxton Scratched from Sunday's Lineup
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (elbow) was a late scratch from Sunday's lineup when they concluded a series against the Houston Astros. Buxton was pulled from Saturday's contest after being hit by a pitch in the elbow. While he was initially in Sunday's lineup, the team will opt to exercise caution and give him an […]
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Paul Goldschmidt Not in Sunday's Lineup
New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt is not in Sunday's lineup when they conclude a series against the Boston Red Sox. Instead, Ben Rice will cover first base and bat in the two-hole. The 37-year-old has been a staple in the New York starting nine throughout the campaign. Over his previous eight games, Goldschmidt […]
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FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Baseball Pickups to Target for Week 12 (June 16 - June 22)
It is time to place our FAAB bids for Week 12 of the fantasy baseball season. This week, we take a look at several top prospects who recently got the call to the big leagues. In addition, the 2022 NL batting title champion is back and is hitting for power. Our series about FAAB fantasy baseball […]
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Zach Agnos Optioned to Triple-A
The Colorado Rockies have optioned right-handed pitching prospect Zach Agnos to Triple-A. In a corresponding move, the Rockies activated left-handed pitcher Austin Gomber (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list. Agnos made his MLB debut earlier this season and was quickly deployed in a high-leverage role. Through his first 8 2/3 innings of work, the No. […]
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Austin Gomber Activated Ahead of Season Debut
The Colorado Rockies have activated left-handed pitcher Austin Gomber (shoulder) off the 60-day injured list prior to his season debut on Sunday afternoon against the Atlanta Braves. Gomber has been sidelined through the opening months of the campaign due to shoulder soreness. While he was initially expected to only miss a brief period, this injury […]
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Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer Sitting on Sunday
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony and infielder Marcelo Mayer are not in Sunday's lineup when they face Yankee left-hander Max Fried. Anthony has only made one start against a left-hander since joining the major league roster. While Anthony could ultimately earn a full-time role in the Boston lineup, it appears the Red Sox are […]
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Hunter Greene will Rehab in Arizona
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (groin) will report to Arizona to continue his rehab process. The right-hander was placed on the 15-day injured list with a Grade 1 groin strain earlier in June. Greene recently sought a second opinion on his strain. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he may not […]
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