JT Brubaker Placed On The IL

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher JT Brubaker (thumb) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb contusion. His injury isn't believed to be serious and he is expected to return after the 10-day minimum. The 27-year-old has struggled in August, surrendering seven home runs while owning a 9.47 ERA and 1.84 WHIP across 19 […]

Jesse Winker Remains “A Couple Of Weeks Away”

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker (ribs) has yet to resume baseball activities and "remains a couple of weeks away" from returning from the injured list, per manager David Bell. "Not doing baseball, no swinging or anything like that yet," said Bell. He's been sidelined since August 16 with an intercostal strain. The 28-year-old is hitting […]

Yasmani Grandal Expected To Return Soon

Chicago White Sox manager Tony La Russa said catcher Yasmani Grandal's (knee) return is "imminent." He was ruled out for the series against the Toronto Blue Jays, which concludes on Thursday, but is expected to return to the lineup soon. The 32-year-old slashed 321/.394/.464 with a home run, a double, four runs, and three RBI […]

George Springer Running The Bases, Could Return Friday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) is running the bases on Thursday and could be activated from the 10-day injured list as soon as Friday. The 31-year-old is eligible to come off the injured list and has been sidelined over a week with a Grade 1 left knee sprain. He will run the bases, […]

Mookie Betts Will Return Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) Is scheduled to be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. He took simulated at-bats from pitcher Tony Gonsolin on Wednesday. According to manager Dave Roberts, the former Boston Red Sox is expected to be back in the lineup on […]

Buster Posey Hopes To Return In A Day Or Two

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (knee) said he tested his knee on Wednesday and felt good, according to John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle. Shea adds that Posey said he believes he should be able to return to the lineup within a day or two. Posey had exited Tuesday's game with right knee […]

Chris Archer Expected To Make Next Start As Scheduled

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (hip) felt good after throwing a bullpen session on Wednesday, and expects to make his next scheduled start against the Orioles, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Archer had exited his last start on Sunday due to left hip tightness, which was the same issue […]

Brendan McKay Likely Done For Season

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Brendan McKay (elbow) is likely done for the season after suffering a flexor strain during his rehab assignment, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. McKay had been working his way back from shoulder surgery, and had recently joined Double-A Montgomery for a rehab assignment when he suffered this […]

The Baller Ranks: Weekly Top 101 Starting Pitcher Rankings

Welcome to the Baller Ranks for the last month or so of the 2021 fantasy baseball season! I know football continues to grab headlines, but stay the course and dominate the stretch run for that sweet, sweet championship. Finish strong with another edition of my weekly Starting Pitcher Baller Ranks! This google sheet accompanies the table below […]

Top 20 Fantasy Baseball Prospects for Week 22

With September just around the corner, we’re quickly running out of time for minor league prospects to make impacts on the 2021 redraft season. However, that doesn’t mean a well-timed rookie or two still can’t push you into the playoffs or help you wrap up a title. Service time consideration has become a major factor […]

Yuli Gurriel Hits 27th Double In Win

Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel went 1-for-5 with one double and one run scored in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals Wednesday afternoon. Gurriel smoked his 27th double in the sixth inning and then was driven home courtesy of teammate Alex Bregman, who returned to the lineup for the first time since mid-June. […]

Joe Kelly Activated From IL Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly (COVID-19) was activated from the COVID-19 injured list on Wednesday, according to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register. Kelly has been a decent option in SV/HLD formats this year, going 2-0 with seven holds, one save, a 3.34 ERA, 1.011 WHIP and 28 percent strikeout rate across […]

Carlos Correa Coaxes Three Walks

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa went 0-for-2 with one run scored and three walks against the Royals on Wednesday. Correa is having a strong bounce back stretch after a dismal offensive month in July. Over his last 77 at-bats, Correa is slashing .299/.396/.481 with seven extra-base hits, 10 runs batted in, 13 walks and 19 […]

Most Favorable Schedules for the Stretch Run

We are ramping up for playoff time in fantasy baseball land. Chances are if you're reading this that you're locked into a playoff spot or well in the hunt for one. With so little time left, it can be a benefit to look at your player's schedules to see what you'll be dealing with in […]

Jake Meyers Tallies Two Hits

Houston Astros center fielder Jake Meyers went 2-for-5 with one run scored in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday afternoon. The Astros welcomed back outfielder Kyle Tucker back into the fold, but Meyers still found his way into the lineup for this matchup. The young phenom has been impressive since being called […]

Kyle Tucker Returns With A Pair Of Hits

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker went 2-for-5 in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday. Tucker has been sidelined since August 14 after being placed on the COVID-reserve list. At the time Tucker was coming off a fantastic month of July that saw him slash .291/.325/.646 with 14 extra-base hits and 17 runs […]

Aledmys Diaz Extends Hitting Streak

Houston Astros left fielder Aledmys Diaz went 1-for-5 in the Astros 6-5 victory over the Royals on Wednesday afternoon. Diaz extended his hit streak to six games and continues his torrid stretch of offense in the month of August. Over his last 87 at-bats, Diaz is slashing .310/.341/.402 with six extra-base hits and 12 runs […]

Dylan Bundy Placed On Injured List With Shoulder Strain

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Dylan Bundy (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a right shoulder strain, the team announced on Twitter. Bundy had struggled in his outing on Tuesday, allowing one run on one hit and three walks with three strikeouts over 1 1/3 innings of work against the […]

Yordan Alvarez Slams Home Run Wednesday

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez went 2-for-5 with a home run in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday. Alvarez went the opposite way for his 26th home run of the season and now has four home runs over his last seven games played. Alvarez is having a fantastic month of August, […]

Pitcher Advanced Metrics Studs and Duds - WHIP For Week 22

Welcome back to RotoBaller’s Statcast pitcher Studs and Duds article series! Each week I have selected an advanced stat, chosen two top performers and two under-performers, and analyzed what those stats could mean for future fantasy output. This week I will focus on a broader stat that can influence other aspects of a pitcher's game: walks and […]

Lance McCullers Jr. Allows Four Runs Against Royals

Houston Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. allowed four runs through 6 2/3 innings pitched but received a no-decision Wednesday against the Royals. McCullers was cruising in this game but was chased in the seventh inning as the Royals put up a four-spot in the frame. McCullers has been solid in the month of August, posting […]

Austin Warren Lands On Injured List Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Austin Warren was placed on the injured list on Wednesday, the team announced on Twitter. There was no injury designation for Warren, and it's unclear just how long he'll remain out. Since making his major league debut on July 29, he's been a solid option in deeper SV/HLD formats, going […]

Martin Maldonado Hits 10th Home Run

Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado went 1-for-3 with one home run in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday. Maldonado smacked his 10th home run of the season in the third inning off the Royals left-handed starter Mike Minor and now is only four homers short of his career high. Maldonado is not […]

Statcast Hitter Leaderboard - Second-Half xBA

As we revisit expected statistics such as xBA, it's only logical to focus on recent performance in the second half. In this week's column, I will evaluate the xBA leaderboard since the All-Star break, using 30 plate appearances as a minimum. Rather than run down the entire leaderboard, we'll skip over the obvious names and […]

Alex Bregman Returns With Two Hits

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman went 2-for-5 with one double and one RBI in the Astros 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday. The 27-year-old has been out of the lineup since mid-June with a left quadricep injury. Bregman got in on the fun in the fourth inning by smacking his 15th double of […]

Reid Detmers Placed On Injured List Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers was placed on the injured list on Wednesday, the team announced on Twitter. There was no injury designation for his placement, which raises questions as to whether it could be illness or COVID-19 related. The rookie pitcher has made four starts with the Angels this year, going 1-3 […]

Carlos Correa Not Expected Back In Houston

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa mentioned that this is his "last year with the Astros," but the writing was on the wall when the team offered him $120 million (and then $125 million), which was just over one-third of the $341 million that the New York Mets gave shortstop Francisco Lindor. On top of it, […]

Salvador Perez Goes Yard For His 34th Home Run

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the team's 6-5 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday. The home run was his second over his last three games and his 34th of the year. He is currently tied with Fernando Tatis Jr. for third in the majors in […]

Jacob deGrom's MRI Looks Great

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom's (elbow) MRI exam on Wednesday looked great, and the team now plans to ramp up his throwing program. deGrom was spotted playing catch at Citi Field prior to the game Wednesday, but the right-hander still has hurdles to clear before he can rejoin New York's starting rotation as […]

Austin Romine Hits First Homer

Chicago Cubs catcher Austin Romine went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Colorado Rockies. Romine took Austin Gomber yard in the bottom of the fourth inning to tie the game at 2-2 at the time. Romine has been hurt by injuries this year and has only had […]