Statcast Hitter Leaderboard - xHR Underachievers/Overachievers
We're not far removed from the Home Run Derby so it seems like an appropriate time to examine the Statcast side of home run production for some big-name players. As with most counting statistics, there is an expected version of home runs, appropriately labeled xHR. By comparing xHR to HR totals, we can identify the... Read More
Pitcher Advanced Metrics Studs and Duds - BABIP For Week 18
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. With the second half now under way, I will get back to picking specific metrics to dive into. This... Read More
Daily MLB Injury Roundup for July 27th, 2021
RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily MLB injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy baseball (DFS) lineups, every day of the MLB season. Below is our updated list of injured MLB players for July 27th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Monday 7/26
Welcome to the another edition of our daily fantasy baseball streamers! Are you playing in leagues with daily moves and looking to beef up those rosters? We here at RotoBaller are there for you and all of your streaming needs. Each day RotoBaller will provide you with some of the best streaming options to consider... Read More
Bubba's DraftKings DFS Breakdown - Daily MLB Quick Hits (7/26)
Welcome back to another edition of MLB DFS Quick Hits. Today we have a 7 game main slate to preview. Bubba (@bdentrek) will go over weather, totals, plays, and more to get your MLB DFS lineups ready. Be sure to subscribe to the MLB DFS Quick Hits, part of RotoBaller Radio's Podcast Network. Like and Subscribe... Read More
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/26/21): MLB DFS Lineups
Happy Monday, RotoBallers! After a busy week of baseball after the All-Star break, things are calming down a bit. There are seven games on the DraftKings featured slate due to a Mets-Braves doubleheader. It means our first game with throw its first pitch at 7:05 pm Eastern between the Nationals and Phillies, and the slate runs... Read More
FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (7/26/21): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
Today, I celebrate my 300th article here for Rotoballer. It has been a fun ride for five months, and hopefully for many more. I will celebrate with another MLB slate on FanDuel. There are eight games today, but the Mets pissed in everyone's cheerios by starting at 5pm Eastern, so the slate is seven games... Read More
Daily MLB Injury Roundup for July 26th, 2021
RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily MLB injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy baseball (DFS) lineups, every day of the MLB season. Below is our updated list of injured MLB players for July 26th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below... Read More
Points Leagues Pitchers: Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 18
We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best... Read More
Points Leagues Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 18
We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best... Read More
Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 18
We have completed another week of MLB action, and we have experienced more injuries, and most teams need more and more replacements. When injuries occur, that opens the door for some new faces to get some regular playing time and become fantasy-relevant. At the same time, some regulars are starting to heat up at the... Read More
1B and 3B Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 18
The Major League Baseball trade deadline arrives this week. There are many huge names seemingly on the chopping block and suitors looking to pursue. For fantasy managers, the big names being moved aren't always the biggest winners or losers in a deal. Instead, the teammates get impacted greatest of all. Nelson Cruz got moved from... Read More
2B and SS Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 18
We're approaching the MLB trade deadline, which marks the unofficial start of the stretch run in most leagues. By now you should have a clear sense of any weaknesses that need to be addressed on your roster. At this point in the year, we care less about the names and more about the numbers, and... Read More
Catchers to Stream - Week 18 Waiver Wire
It's your resident catcher advocate here, with my weekly defense for baseball's most maligned position. Instead of giving into easy narratives about the lack of talent at the catcher position and how they're the kickers of fantasy baseball, I'm here to create a place where catchers are celebrated for how they can help our teams.... Read More
Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 18
We're reaching crunch time in fantasy baseball; time is running out to make that push for the playoffs or to start making up points in roto categories. With the MLB trade deadline less than a week away, plenty of players will change teams which could drastically affect their fantasy value. Additionally, some starting pitchers are... Read More
The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 18
Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat who... Read More
The Bigger Picture - Post-Trade Deadline Pickups Are Key
The MLB trade deadline is one week away as of this writing and the first big deal has already gone down. Baseball's version of the Highlander, Nelson Cruz, has moved to Tampa Bay. It comes as no shock that the Twins are sellers this year; they are currently 17.5 games behind first place in the... Read More
Two-Start Pitcher Streamers: Week 18
It's F5 season folks, as we are just seven days away from the Trade Deadline. We just saw the first domino fall yesterday in Nelson Cruz, who heads to Tampa Bay after being acquired from the Twins for a couple prospects. Strap yourselves in folks, because from all accounts this next week could get wild.... Read More
Top Hitter Streamers and Starts for Week 18
Welcome to the top hitter streamers column for Week 18 of the MLB season (7/26 through 8/1). This weekly piece should be helpful for anyone looking to gain an edge in their league. If you need a fill-in for an injured player or want to exploit some matchups in order to gain an edge on... Read More
Nelson Cruz to the Rays - Fantasy Impact
We're less than a week away from the Trade Deadline and the Hot Stove is officially on after the Minnesota Twins traded designated hitter Nelson Cruz to the Tampa Bay Rays. Here's how the deal broke down: Rays receive: DH Nelson Cruz Twins receive: RHP Drew Strotman, RHP Joe Ryan With Minnesota sitting 16 1/2 games... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Sunday 7/25
Welcome to another edition of our daily fantasy baseball streamers! Are you playing in leagues with daily moves and looking to beef up those rosters? We here at RotoBaller are there for you and all of your streaming needs. Whether you are just trying to get that elusive category win or you are trying to... Read More
Daily Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap
Welcome to the July 25th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss topics... Read More
FanDuel MLB Lineup Picks (7/25/21): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
Hello RotoBallers! We have a nice-sized Sunday main slate to dissect with lots of batting and pitching options for us to consider. We have some good pitching options on this slate so we will need to figure out which one can get us a few strikeouts and a win while also choosing between some great... Read More
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/25/21): MLB DFS Lineups
Happy Sunday gang! Hope you all have had a great weekend so far. We have a nice 101-game slate this afternoon, so let's jump right into it and see how we can optimize our DraftKings MLB DFS for this beautiful Sunday. There shouldn't be any major weather issues today. The only game that is shaky... Read More
Daily MLB Injury Roundup for July 25th, 2021
RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily MLB injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy baseball (DFS) lineups, every day of the MLB season. Below is our updated list of injured MLB players for July 25th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below... Read More
Live Chat Fantasy Baseball Q&A @ 2 PM - Lineups Advice
It's officially baseball season... do you know who to start? RotoBaller's Kipp Heisterman (@kipppsta) will be hosting a live Q&A chat session on Sunday July 25th at 2:00 pm ET. Come join in on the fun and get your fantasy baseball questions answered, or just stick around for some MLB talk! All throughout the MLB season... Read More
Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)
All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The second half of the baseball season is well underway, and with it, your hopes for a fantasy baseball championship. I don't have much time or energy this week due to a medical emergency in the family, but I still want to get some... Read More
Is the Home Run Derby a Power Killer?
I don't know about you all, but for as far back as I can remember, I know I've heard fans and media talk about how after a player competes in the Home Run Derby they almost always seem to "lose their swing" and have a power drop-off in the second half. I've heard that repeated... Read More
Week 17 Starts & Sits - All Starting Pitcher Matchups
Our first full week after the break and there is a little more clarity with the starting rotations. The SP planner should help you identify a few different options for Week 17 and assist in determining an optimal lineup. As always, do a little research and give your best effort when making decisions. Below are... Read More