Jacob deGrom To Have MRI On Monday

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom's (shoulder) check-up MRI exam is scheduled for next Monday. "Everything's going real well," manager Buck Showalter said. deGrom was originally shut down for four weeks with a stress reaction in his right scapula, and his MRI exam should show how much progress he's made. The 33-year-old doesn't have […]

Cody Bellinger Having Bounce-Back Season

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger is having a bounce-back season at the plate so far, batting .278 with a .366 on-base percentage, two home runs, and three stolen bases in 41 plate appearances so far. Bellinger hit just .165 with a .240 on-base percentage, 10 home runs, and three stolen bases in 350 plate […]

Josh Bell Enjoying Productive Start

Washington Nationals first baseman Josh Bell is off to a strong start at the plate this season, hitting .350 with a .469 on-base percentage and a pair of home runs in 50 plate appearances entering play on Tuesday. Bell has so far hit cleanup in every game he's played in and has collected 10 RBI […]

Jake Cronenworth Drawing Walks Early

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth is batting .190 with a .314 on-base percentage in his first 51 plate appearances of the season. The batting average is decidedly low, but Cronenworth has logged a 13.7% walk rate so far. His batting average and overall production may be impacted by a .229 BABIP, which should even […]

C.J. Cron Enjoying Strong Start For Colorado

Colorado Rockies first baseman C.J. Cron hit .281 with a .375 on-base percentage, 28 home runs, and a stolen base in 547 plate appearances last season. It was a quality showing in his first year with the Rockies, and Cron has only kept producing to start the 2022 campaign. The first baseman is batting .317 […]

Franmil Reyes In Early Season Slump

Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Franmil Reyes hasn't enjoyed the most productive start to the season. Reyes is batting .150 with a .171 on-base percentage in 41 plate appearances to date in 2022. He's struck out 15 times so far while only walking once. It's certainly not an ideal start for the batter, who slugged 30 […]

Guardians-White Sox Game Postponed

Tuesday's game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Chicago White Sox has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will be rescheduled and made up as part of a doubleheader on Wednesday, with the first game beginning at 2:10 PM ET. Right-hander Shane Bieber was set to start for Cleveland, while fellow right-hander Jimmy Lambert […]

Casey Mize Going For Follow-Up Tests

The Detroit Tigers are waiting for more follow-up tests on starting pitcher Casey Mize (elbow). "So far the doctors are telling us that we've avoided any sort of catastrophic occurrence which is good. So far, so good," manager A.J. Hinch said. Initial testing on Mize revealed a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right elbow, […]

Matt Manning's Next Start Up In The Air

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matt Manning's (shoulder) next start is up in the air after he was removed from his last start on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals as a precaution. "The initial diagnosis with him is positive, as positive as it could be. Structurally we think he's just fine. There is some inflammation. […]

Stephen Strasburg, Joe Ross Not Facing Hitters

Washington Nationals starting pitchers Stephen Strasburg (neck, shoulder) and Joe Ross (elbow) are not yet facing hitters, according to manager Dave Martinez. Ross is nearing a bullpen session, though. Strasburg made only five starts last season before undergoing surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. The 33-year-old will surely need a lengthy rehab assignment before returning, so […]

How Sustainable is High Fastball Usage? Hunter Greene, Justin Steele Analysis

Hunter Greene and Justin Steele have looked very sharp to start the 2022 season. They are both trendy waiver wire additions in fantasy leagues right now, but I noticed something very interesting about these two guys. They have both been extremely reliant on their four-seam fastball in their first two outings, and in Greene's case, […]

Phillies Acquire Dustin Peterson From Brewers

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired outfielder Dustin Peterson from the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday in exchange for cash considerations. Peterson has been assigned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. The 27-year-old will give the Phillies a little more outfield depth with Odubel Herrera (oblique) and Mickey Moniak (hand) currently on the shelf. Peterson last played in the major […]

Andrelton Simmons Getting Closer To Rehab Assignment

Chicago Cubs shortstop Andrelton Simmons (shoulder) is scheduled to face live pitching on Tuesday in Arizona, and he's likely to go on a minor league rehab assignment soon. Simmons remains on a throwing program and has reported feeling around "85-90 percent" with his arm, according to manager David Ross. "I get video of him pretty […]

Alec Mills To Face Live Hitters Tuesday

Chicago Cubs right-hander Alec Mills (back) is scheduled to face hitters in live batting practice on Tuesday in Arizona. Mills' April 16 mound workout "went well," according to manager David Ross. He could go on a minor league rehab assignment in the near future. In the meantime, righty Mark Leiter Jr. should get another look […]

Wade Miley To Throw Another Bullpen Tuesday

Chicago Cubs left-hander Wade Miley (elbow) plans to test "everything" in his next bullpen session at Wrigley Field on Tuesday. Miley threw fastballs and cutters in a 15-pitch mound workout on April 16 and has been throwing his other pitches on flat ground. The veteran southpaw had a left elbow injury flare-up in spring training […]

Matt Wisler To Serve As Opener Versus Cubs

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Matt Wisler will serve as the opener on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs on the road. Josh Fleming is expected to enter the game after Wisler and serve as the bulk pitcher in this one. Wisler has already made five relief appearances for the Rays this year, allowing one earned run […]

Tyler Gilbert To Make Spot Start In Game 2

Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Tyler Gilbert will make a spot start in Game 2 of a doubleheader on Tuesday against the Washington Nationals. Veteran southpaw Madison Bumgarner is going in Game 1. In his MLB debut last year, Gilbert threw a no-hitter against the San Diego Padres. He had a nice 3.15 ERA and 1.02 WHIP […]

Seth Beer Hitting Cleanup In Game 1 Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Seth Beer is hitting cleanup against Washington Nationals right-hander Josiah Gray in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Tuesday. Beer has mostly been serving as the team's designated hitter this year, but he'll get the start at first base in this one. The 25-year-old left-handed slugger is one of a few […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 4/19/22 (Premium Content)

  All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/19/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our […]

Brent Headrick Posting Good Numbers This Season

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Brent Headrick comes from an Illinois State program that developed him into a ninth-round pick back in 2019. He checks in at 6-foot-6 and 235 pounds with a smooth, efficient delivery to accompany his impressive stamina. The talented southpaw has dominated through nine innings of work in the minors this season. […]

Ceddanne Rafaela Opens 2022 On A Tear

Boston Red Sox infielder Ceddanne Rafaela has been on a tear this season, clubbing five homers and plating 10 runs through eight games. It's been a small sample size for the 21-year-old, but so far, 2022 is shaping up to be his best season yet. Although his walk rate (4.4 percent) is low, so too […]

Aaron Whitefield Impressing In 2022

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Aaron Whitefield has made impressive progress at the Double-A level through eight games this season. After struggling with the bat in his hands through various levels of affiliated ball, the 25-year-old has compiled 11 hits through 32 at-bats since the 2022 campaign kicked off. Not only has he demonstrated a knack […]

Damon Keith Dominating In Minors

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Damon Keith dominated during the first week of the season, then followed it up with an equally impressive Week 2. An 18th-round pick in last year's draft, Keith has a long way to go before he's ready for the big leagues. However, the glimpse of stardom that he has displayed through […]

Trevor Brigden Finding Success This Year

Tampa Bay Rays pitching prospect Trevor Brigden has impressed so far this season. The 26-year-old reliever has played three seasons in the Rays' system since being drafted in the 17th round of the 2019 MLB Draft. He posted solid results in the lower levels of the minors last year and big-league Spring Training in March […]

Frankie Montas Records His Second Win On Monday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas improved to 2-1 on the season after the team's 5-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday. The 29-year-old pitched six innings and allowed two hits, two walks and one earned run while striking out five. Montas had a rough debut to the 2022 season, allowing five earned runs […]

Sean Manaea Holds Reds To One Run Over Six Innings

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Sean Manaea helped lead the team to a 4-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday. He pitched six innings and allowed six hits, two walks and one earned run while striking out six. He earned the win to improve to 2-1 on the season. The 30-year-old is off to […]

Yordan Alvarez Homers Twice In Return To Lineup

Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez returned to the field on Monday after spending the weekend on the COVID-19 injured list. He made a major impact in his first game back, going 3-for-5 with two home runs, four RBI and three runs scored. The 24-year-old has only played in five games so far this year as […]

Jake Arrieta Announces Retirement

Veteran starting pitcher Jake Arrieta announced his retirement from the MLB on Monday. He made the announcement as a guest on the Barstool Sports podcast Pardon My Take, saying, "I haven't signed the papers, man, but I'm done. It's time for me to step away from the game." The 36-year-old spent 12 years in the […]

Twins Hopeful Byron Buxton Returns This Coming Series

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (knee) received encouraging news this weekend when an MRI on his knee showed no structural damage. The 28-year-old is reportedly feeling optimistic about returning soon. During the broadcast of Monday's game against the Boston Red Sox, Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey joined the booth and provided some additional […]

Mike Moustakas Expected To Be Back On Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Mike Moustakas (arm) was scratched from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. No reason for the scratch was initially given. After the game, Reds manager David Bell clarified that Moustakas was dealing with a right arm injury. Bell also added that he expects for Moustakas to […]