Matt Brash Scheduled To Throw Bullpen On Saturday

According to Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, Mariners relief pitcher Matt Brash (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen on Saturday. Brash has not returned to the mound since undergoing an internal brace procedure last May. He was unable to pitch at all during the 2024 campaign. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the […]

Chris Martin Dealing With The Flu

According to Jeff Wilson of DLLS Sports, Texas Rangers pitcher Chris Martin (illness) is dealing with the flu but has been able to play catch. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he is unable to pitch in the early spring training games. Last season, the 38-year-old logged 44 1/3 innings with […]

Tyler Mahle A Full-Go For Spring Training

According to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com, Texas Rangers starting pitcher Tyler Mahle enters spring training with a "clean bill of health" and will have "no restrictions." Mahle missed most of the 2024 season due to removing from Tommy John surgery. He returned to the bump in August but was only able to make three starts […]

Andy Ibanez An Option At Third Base

According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Detroit Tigers infielder Andy Ibanez is a potential option to see time at third base. The  Tigers were very interested in signing third baseman Alex Bregman but were unable to close the deal. However, the team will now shift their focus to internal options to cover the hot corner. […]

Riley Greene Hopes To Improve Availability

According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene emphasized improving his diet and exercise plan during the offseason to increase his playing time in the upcoming season. Last season, Greene was able to play in a career-high 137 contests, but he has his eye on an even more significant workload in 2025. […]

Kutter Crawford Not Ruling Out Knee Surgery

According to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic, Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Kutter Crawford (knee) is dealing with knee soreness. Crawford noted that he first injured this knee during his third start of last season but was able to play through it. However, this was a reason why his velocity dipped at times. His knee […]

Cubs Unlikely To Extend Kyle Tucker

According to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic, the Chicago Cubs are unlikely to extend outfielder Kyle Tucker. Mooney noted that even though the Cubs were unsuccessful in their pursuit of third baseman Alex Bregman, the team's next moves are expected to be "very modest." In addition, the team is aware that Tucker will likely explore […]

Brayan Bello Expected To Start Throwing On Sunday

According to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic, Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Brayan Bello (shoulder) is expected to resume throwing on Sunday. Bello did not throw this week after feeling soreness in his shoulder. Bello also underwent imaging, but the results came back clear. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status once he resumes throwing […]

Matt Canterino Deemed Healthy To Start Spring Training

According to Phil Miller of the Minnesota Star Tribune, Twins right-handed pitcher Matt Canterino (shoulder) threw his first bullpen session and appears to be a full-go for spring training. Canterino missed the entire 2023 campaign after undergoing Tommy John surgery. He was able to participate in spring training last year but then suffered a torn […]

Adam Kloffenstein Dealing With Shoulder Fatigue

According to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Adam Kloffenstein (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder fatigue. Matheson noted that his MRI showed no structural damage and that he should resume throwing in a few days. Kloffenstein missed the final two months of the 2024 campaign with a shoulder injury. He signed with Toronto […]

Jordan Lawlar Unlikely To Win A Bench Role

According to Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com, Diamondbacks shortstop prospect Jordan Lawlar is not expected to win a bench role during spring training. General manager Mike Hazen noted that starting the year on the bench, given how much time he missed last season, is "probably not what's in his best interest." Last summer, Lawlar appeared in […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft - RotoBaller Staff's Favorite Picks and Roster Strategies

Mock drafts are an excellent draft-prep tool that simulates the feeling of being in the draft room. In a mock draft, you can test different strategies and experience the ebbs and flows of a fantasy draft. You can put your rankings to the test and see where your must-have players are being drafted.  However, not […]

Ian Anderson, Grant Holmes Favorites To Open The Season In Rotation

According to Mark Bowman of MLB.com, Atlanta Braves pitchers Ian Anderson and Grant Holmes are the favorites to open the season in the rotation. With Spencer Strider (elbow) not expected to be ready for Opening Day, Atlanta will have an additional spot open in the rotation. However, Bowman noted that one of them could shift […]

Brice Matthews, Zach Dezenzo, Cam Smith Seeing Time At New Positions

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, Houston Astros prospects Brice Matthews, Zach Dezenzo, and Cam Smith will get opportunities at new positions during spring training. Matthews, who is primarily a shortstop, will see time at the keystone. Dezenzo, who has played primarily in the infield, will see starts at left and right field. In […]

Sam Steel Signs Two-Year Extension

According to the team, the Dallas Stars are signing center Sam Steel to a two-year extension through the 2026-2027 season. The deal is worth $4.2 million and has an average annual value of $2.1 million. Steel has typically been deployed in the bottom six of the Dallas lineup. Across 53 contests this season, the 27-year-old […]

Thomas Harley Joining Team Canada

According to Elliotte Friedman, Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley is joining Team Canada before their contest against Team USA on Saturday evening. With Cale Makar (illness) missing Friday's practice, the team is allowed to add another defenseman to their roster. In addition, Shea Theodore (arm) has already been ruled out for the remainder of the […]

Cale Makar Expected To Play On Saturday

According to Chris Johnston of The Athletic, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (illness) is trending towards playing on Saturday evening against Team USA. Head coach Jon Cooper noted that he is "confident" the star defenseman will suit up. Makar was unable to practice on Friday due to an illness but is in a good position […]

Kevin Lankinen Will Start On Saturday

According to Elliotte Friedman, Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen will get the starting nod for Team Finland on Saturday afternoon. Juuse Saros started for the team in their opening game but allowed six goals on 32 shots to Team USA. Instead, Finland will turn to their backup goaltender to face Team Sweden. The 29-year-old has […]

Filip Gustavsson Starting On Saturday

According to Elliotte Friedman, Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will get the starting nod for Team Sweden on Saturday afternoon against Team Finland. Gustavsson got the nod in the opening game of the Four Nations Tournament and held his own against a potent Canadian offense. He stopped 24 of the 28 shots he faced and […]

David Robertson Linked To Arizona

According to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, the Arizona Diamondbacks have been linked to right-handed pitcher David Robertson. Robertson turned down his mutual $7 million option with the Rangers and decided to test the open market. While Robertson has been linked to several teams during the offseason, the 39-year-old has yet to find […]

Xzavion Curry Outrighted To Triple-A

According to Daniel Alvarez-Montes, Marlins right-handed pitcher Xzavion Curry has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A. Curry was also given an invite to spring training. Curry was designated for assignment earlier this week and is now expected to open the campaign with Triple-A Jacksonville. Last summer, the 26-year-old posted a 4.64 ERA and a […]

Troy Taylor Cleared To Resume Throwing

According to Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, Mariners right-handed pitcher Troy Taylor (lat) has been cleared to resume throwing. The 23-year-old sustained this injury during the offseason. Given that Troy has already been cleared to throw, this injury does not seem overly serious. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during spring training, […]

Mason Thompson Could Be Ready For Opening Day

According to Spencer Nusbaum of the Washington Post, Nationals right-handed pitcher Mason Thompson (elbow) could be ready for Opening Day. The 26-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery last March but could be able to ramp up in time due to him being a relief pitcher. However, Thompson has yet to throw off a mound. Fantasy managers […]

Clayton Beeter Moving To Full-Time Relief Role

According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, New York Yankees pitching prospect Clayton Beeter is moving to a full-time role out of the bullpen. Beeter, who is considered the No. 19 prospect in the Yankee system on MLB Pipeline and has typically been deployed as a starter in the minor leagues. Yankee pitching […]

Hunter Stratton Still Needs To Progress Before Seeing Action

According to Andrew Destin of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pirates right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton (knee) still needs to "pass some hurdles," including running and field practice, before being viewed as a contender for a spot in the bullpen. Stratton ruptured the patella tendon in his left knee last August but still needs to progress before returning […]

Early 2025 NFL Draft Rankings – Top 10 Cornerback Prospects

The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner. In this ranking, we will look at the top 10 CB prospects in this year’s draft class. We will analyze their growth over the past season and if th...

Marcelo Mayer Takes Batting Practice On Thursday

According to Christopher Smith of MassLive.com, Boston Red Sox shortstop prospect Marcelo Mayer (back) was able to take batting practice on Thursday. This is a great sign, as Mayer ended the 2024 campaign on the injured list due to a lumbar strain. Mayer was also able to begin baseball activities in the offseason. Seeing him […]

Joe Ryan Completes Bullpen Session

According to Bill Ladson of MLB.com, Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (shoulder) completed a 36-pitch bullpen session on Thursday and did not face any setbacks. Manager Rocco Baldelli noted that the right-hander look in "midseason" form. Ryan ended the 2024 season on the injured list due to a Grade 2 teres major strain he […]

Guardians Sign Jakob Junis To One-Year Deal

According to Kiley McDaniel of ESPN, the Cleveland Guardians have signed right-handed pitcher Jakob Junis to a one-year contract worth $4.5 million. McDaniel noted that Junis could work as both a starter and a reliever for the Guardians. Last season, Junis logged 67 innings with the Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds. During the season, he […]

2B Fantasy Baseball Draft Targets and Avoids - Second Base ADP Analysis for 2025

Hello RotoBallers! In this piece, we will analyze the current average draft position (ADP) on NFBC drafts and identify which second baseman we should target or avoid at their current draft position. While fantasy players should not follow ADP too closely and base their entire strategy on it, it does provide a solid benchmark for […]