Michael Fulmer Avoids Salary Arbitration

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer avoided salary arbitration on Tuesday by agreeing to a one-year, $3.1 million deal. The right-hander was the 2016 American League Rookie of the Year, but he was 0-2 with an 8.78 ERA in 10 starts in 2020 after missing all of the previous season due to Tommy John surgery. […]

Liam Hendriks to White Sox - Fantasy Impact

After making a big splash last offseason the White Sox with the signing of Yasmani Grandal to a four-year deal, Chicago has done it again as they signed closer Liam Hendriks to a three-year deal. The top closer on the free agent market, Hendriks will head to the South Side after establishing himself as one […]

Alex Colome Won't Return To White Sox

Free-agent relief pitcher Alex Colome won't be returning to the Chicago White Sox after they signed reliever Liam Hendriks to a three-year deal on Monday night. The San Diego Padres, Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins appear to be those in the mix to add Colome, who is coming off two excellent seasons […]

Andrew Benintendi Deal Could Happen Soon

The Boston Red Sox could trade outfielder Andrew Benintendi soon, but it won't be to the Miami Marlins, according to an industry source. Other teams that have checked in on Benintendi include the Texas Rangers, Houston Astros and Oakland Athletics. The Pittsburgh Pirates could also be a fit. He's entering the back half of a […]

Mutual Interest Between Mets, DJ LeMahieu

There is mutual interest between the New York Mets and free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu and the Mets do have salary shedding deals that they could make if they really want to pull off another big signing, but it remains a tricky fit. Following the blockbuster acquisition of shortstop Francisco Lindor and starting pitcher Carlos […]

Marlins Interested In Willson Contreras, Andrew Benintendi

The Miami Marlins have interest in trading for Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras. With the team currently projected to start the 2021 season with a platoon of Jorge Alfaro and Chad Wallach behind the plate, catcher is one of Miami's biggest needs. Miami is also one of several teams engaged with the Boston Red Sox […]

Dominic Smith Not An Option In Left Field

New York Mets president Sandy Alderson made it clear that he's not comfortable with Dominic Smith as a left fielder. Smith can play there, if needed, and the Mets would like to keep his bat in the lineup, so they definitely are pushing for the National League to adopt a full-time designated hitter. If the […]

Miguel Amaya Looking Good In Puerto Rican Winter League

Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya, the team's No. 3 prospect and No. 91 overall per MLB Pipeline, produced a .261/.533/.609 slash line with two home runs in 10 games during the Puerto Rican Winter League regular season, finishing first in on-base percentage (.553), second in OPS (1.161) and fifth in RBI (11). The 21-year-old went […]

Jeremy Pena Refining His Game In Winter Ball

Houston Astros second baseman/shortstop Jeremy Pena, the team's No. 4 prospect per MLB Pipeline, was among the Dominican Republic Winter League leaders during the regular season when he finished second in hits (37), second in total bases (52), third in runs scored (18) and tied for third in stolen bases (seven). The former third-round pick […]

Josh Bell To Nationals - Fantasy Impact

The Washington Nationals were one of the bigger disappointments in baseball last season. Robbed of their World Series celebration with their fans, the Nats limped to a 26-34 record in the pandemic-shortened season, good for last in the NL East. The Nationals addressed one of their biggest weaknesses, however, by swinging a Christmas Eve trade […]

Oneil Cruz Playing Well In Dominican Winter League

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz, the team's No. 3 prospect and No. 59 overall per MLB Pipeline, hit a home run in Game 3 of the semifinals in the Dominican Republic Winter League and was 3-for-3 with a double, three runs scored and an RBI in Game 4. The 6-foot-7 22-year-old hit .357 with four […]

Liam Hendriks Agrees To Deal With White Sox

Free-agent closer Liam Hendriks agreed to a three-year deal worth $54 million with the Chicago White Sox on Monday night, according to sources. The deal includes a fourth-year option. The 31-year-old will make $39 million in the first three years, and the buyout and fourth-year option are $15 million. Hendriks has been one of the […]

Abandon the Win AND the Quality Start

The Win. One of the cornerstone categories of fantasy baseball since its creation. In recent years, baseball fans and fantasy managers alike have been debating the value of the win and whether or not it's overrated. With this debate, the quality start has become a category that more and more leagues are turning to as […]

Austin Riley Expected To Begin 2021 Season At 3B

The Atlanta Braves expect Austin Riley to begin the 2021 season at third base, which is why the club is more focused on adding a left fielder than a third baseman, according to a source. Riley started 45 games at third base in 2020 but also saw some time in left field. The 23-year-old power […]

Dodgers Prefer To Keep Justin Turner At Third Base

The Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu, but their first third base choice remains Justin Turner. The veteran third baseman is reportedly seeking a four-year deal, but the Dodgers so far prefer to bring him back for just two years. The 36-year-old hit .302/.382/.503 (139 OPS+) in the last seven […]

Reds Open To Talks For Eugenio Suarez, Others

The Cincinnati Reds are open to listening to trade offers for third baseman Eugenio Suarez, outfielder Nick Castellanos and second baseman Mike Moustakas, with Suarez generating the most interest among the trio. The Nationals talked about Suarez, but Washington won't trade top pitching prospects Jackson Rutledge or Cade Cavalli, making a deal unlikely. If Suarez […]

DJ LeMahieu Engaging With Other Teams

Free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu, a two-time batting champion and the New York Yankees best player the last two years, has become dismayed by the slow-play tactics of the Yankees, according to a source close to his family. LeMahieu expects a deal at least on par with J.D. Martinez's five years and $110 million, and […]

Francisco Lindor Open To Contract Extension

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor, who is eligible for free agency after the 2021 season, said that he's open to discussing a long-term contract extension with his new team. If the 27-year-old does work out an extension with owner Steve Cohen, president Sandy Alderson and general manager Jared Porter, it would likely come before […]

Early Positional Breakdowns: Shortstop -Bases Loaded Pod

Mike Kurland (@Mike_Kurland) and Jorge Montanez (@Roto_Nino) get an early start on the 2021 positional outlooks. Subscribe to the Bases Loaded podcast, part of RotoBaller Radio's Podcast Network. Like and Subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get all our latest podcasts and catch us on iTunes and BlogTalkRadio as well! Be sure to also tune […]

Year-in-Review: Corey Seager

Corey Seager posted an overall .305/.374/.502 triple-slash in his first three Major League seasons (2015-2017) and was widely regarded as one of the best young shortstops in baseball. However, Tommy John and hip surgery forced the former first-round pick to miss most of the 2018 season. While he was able to return to action in […]

Stunted Growth: Prospects Who Need More Time

So in 2018 and 2019, I was living the dream as I interned for a Minor League Baseball team, and I was looking forward to coming back in 2020. And then the season was canceled. Obviously, I was disappointed by everything that happened, but while I can shrug off missing a summer of interning and […]

Yankees Sign Jhoulys Chacin, Tyler Lyons, Socrates Brito

The New York Yankees signed right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, left-hander Tyler Lyons and outfielder Socrates Brito to minor league deals on Sunday. Chacin has 12 major league seasons under his belt and has thrown 1,324 innings, including 226 starts. The 33-year-old has a 6.06 ERA (75 ERA+) in 108 1/3 innings with the Brewers, Red Sox […]

Early One-Man Mock (Round 1) - 2022 Fantasy Baseball

There is no such thing as too early when it comes to draft prep. The calendar won't flip to 2022 for another few weeks but we at RotoBaller aren't ones to sit around and wait. Mock drafts take time, so I took matters into my own hands to complete a one-man mock. For the most […]

Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco to Mets - Fantasy Impact

The MLB Hot Stove has been far too quiet this offseason, outside of the Padres’ couple of days of fun, but the Mets helped heat things up on Thursday trading for Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco. Rumors of the Indians shopping Lindor had been discussed for quite some time, and the Mets have been potential […]

Joc Pederson's Extreme Splits Complicate Free-Agent Case

Free-agent outfielder Joc Pederson is coming off a career-worst season in 2020 in 43 games, but he rebounded with a .991 OPS during the Dodgers World Series run in the postseason. Pederson is an extreme platoon bat and has slashed .239/.348/.505 (129 wRC+) with 121 home runs since 2015 against right-handed pitchers. Against lefties, he's […]

Phillies More Unlikely To Re-Sign J.T. Realmuto?

With every addition that the Mets and Braves make to their already strong rosters in the National League East, the thought of the Philadelphia Phillies making the postseason in the short term becomes less realistic, which in turn could make re-signing catcher J.T. Realmuto less likely. Realmuto will turn 30 years old in March and […]

Seth Lugo Likely To Work Out Of The Bullpen In 2021

The New York Mets are reportedly planning to use pitcher Seth Lugo out of the bullpen in 2021. Lugo served as both a starter and reliever in 2021, making nine appearances out of the bullpen before moving to the starting rotation. Consistent with his pitching history, Lugo was much more effective out of the bullpen […]

George Springer Asking For $175 Million?

Free-agent outfielder George Springer is believed to be seeking around $175 million on the free-agent market. The Toronto Blue Jays offer is well below $150 million, and it would be shocking if the New York Mets gave Springer the $175 million he desires, especially after just trading for shortstop Francisco Lindor and starting pitcher Carlos […]

Red Sox In Serious Trade Talks Involving Andrew Benintendi

The Boston Red Sox are in serious trade talks with multiple teams regarding outfielder Andrew Benintendi as they look for more prospects with emphasis on pitching and the outfield, according to multiple sources. Nothing is imminent, however. Benintendi slashed .282/.359/.447 with 38 home runs, 78 doubles and 42 stolen bases in 333 games from 2016-18, […]

Phillies Acquire Sam Coonrod From Giants

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired right-hander Sam Coonrod from the San Francisco Giants on Saturday in exchange for right-hander Carson Ragsdale, according to Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski. The 28-year-old Coonrod has made 51 career appearances for the Giants after being a fifth-round pick in 2014 out of Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Coonrod had a […]