Fantasy Baseball Closer Depth Charts - MLB Bullpens and Saves

Saves are an important component for many fantasy baseball leagues. Closers are one of the most volatile positions in fantasy baseball and one of the highest turnover positions in MLB. Each year, closers drop like flies, and many MLB teams make in-season changes due to injuries or poor performance. Relief pitchers are becoming increasingly important […]

7 High-Upside Fantasy Baseball Hitters: Must-Have Players Set To Rebound in 2026

We all go through it. Anyone who has ever played a fantasy baseball season has researched a player, fallen in love with them a few times, and then rostered that guy. Then that player has a bad year. There can be many reasons for a bad year; players are human beings and are subject to […]

2026 Starting Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings

Pitchers are among the most volatile positions in fantasy due to injuries and inconsistency. Fantasy managers might wait until the middle rounds to draft their first pitcher as opposed to going after that ace like Paul Skenes in the first. However, aside from Skenes, Tarik Skubal and Garrett Crochet are the only other pitchers listed […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Third Base (3B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The hot corner has been led by Jose Ramirez for the last several years, with various elite players filling in behind him. But now the top of these rankings looks a bit different. Ramírez is still elite, but a new name has taken over the top spot. This position also saw a down year from […]

4 Fantasy Baseball Prospects Who Struggled in the Arizona Fall League - 2026 Dynasty Fallers

The Arizona Fall League (AFL) capped off its season a little over a month ago, and we looked at some of the prospects who thrived there in my Arizona Fall League Standouts article. In this article, we'll take a look at four prospects who struggled. Now, keep in mind that this league is renowned for […]

Updated 2026 Fantasy Baseball Draft Rankings

    2026 Fantasy Baseball Rankings Articles by MLB Position ALL - C - 1B - 2B - SS - 3B - OF - SP - RP Above you will find all of RotoBaller's 2026 fantasy baseball rankings, tiers, auction dollar values, stats and projections for your 2026 fantasy baseball leagues. Our Ranking Wizard displays our staff's fantasy baseball rankings for various formats, all in one easy […]

2026 Catcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings

Below you will find our MLB teams' 2026 fantasy baseball catcher rankings and tiers for 5x5 mixed roto leagues. These December rankings cover the top 20 catchers for 2026. Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh proved catchers can produce elite fantasy production by mashing 60 home runs last season. With injuries and lack of fantasy production at […]

2026 Second Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings

At RotoBaller HQ, we continue our fantasy baseball rankings series and focus on second base today. Second base has many quality options, but the position lacks an elite fantasy producer, with Jazz Chisholm Jr. being the only 2B to crack the top 30 overall in our latest rankings. Find out where other key second basemen, […]

2026 Closers, Saves Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Relief Pitchers

At RotoBaller HQ, we are back with more fantasy baseball rankings. Although we are months away from spring training, it's never too early to start prepping for 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. Today, you will find our MLB teams' 2026 fantasy baseball relief pitcher/closer rankings and tiers for 5x5 mixed roto leagues. Relief pitchers are the most […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospect Sleepers - Breakout Candidates to Target in Drafts (2026)

As the fantasy football season is coming to a close and the MLB offseason is heating up, it's time to look towards the 2026 fantasy baseball season. Drafting for a season months away may not be everyone's cup of tea, but the best time to find draft values is before spring training begins. That's especially […]

2026 Third Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings

As we ring in the new year, it's never too early to start preparing for your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. At RotoBaller HQ, we have been publishing our positional rankings and continue today by taking a look at the third base position. There is not much depth at the cornerstone, and it is an interesting […]

2026 First Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings

Usually, in the past, the first base position was one of the strongest and had plenty of depth for fantasy baseball, but there is a drastic drop in tiers once the top seven are off the draft board. At RotoBaller HQ, we break down the 1B position with our MLB teams' 2026 fantasy baseball first […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Crystal Ball - Projecting The Top 10 Outfielders for 2029

This is the sixth article of my offseason Dynasty Crystal Ball Series, where I project the top 10 players at each position for the 2029 season. In dynasty, it's important to understand the current value of players, but being able to project their value going forward is a way you can get ahead of the […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Second Base (2B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The second base position isn't the most appealing position in the game, but there are some reinforcements on the way in the prospect ranks, and some potential bounceback and/or breakout candidates could really save this position. Below, you'll find my top-10 at this position, along with analysis on each player. A few players whom I […]

2026 Shortstop Fantasy Baseball Rankings

It's never too early to get a jump on fantasy baseball prep. The shortstop position is usually deep, and that's the case again in 2026, with 14 shortstops ranked within the top 100. At RotoBaller HQ, we will be pumping out fantasy baseball content all offseason and are back with our MLB teams' 2026 fantasy […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Outfielders to Target in Drafts (2026)

In recent years, Major League Baseball has had plenty of exciting young players making their debuts. Some of them shine in their rookie seasons. Some of them take two or three years to find their feet at the elite level. Just because a young hitter doesn't excel right away doesn't mean they should be ignored […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 First Base (1B) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

The first base position is always loaded with power, and 2026 should be no different. This position has a good mix of notable veterans, breakouts, and rising young talent with the top two names below being 26 or younger. We also have a new top dog at this position. I honestly didn't imagine anyone wrestling […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Crystal Ball - Projecting The Top 10 Shortstops for 2029

This is the fifth article of my offseason Dynasty Crystal Ball Series, where I project the top 10 players at each position for the 2029 season. In dynasty, it's important to understand the current value of players, but being able to project their value going forward is a way you can get ahead of the […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Pitchers Who Could Become Aces in 2026

In fantasy baseball, we're always looking for players who can take the next step. The next step means different things to different players, but for a small percentage of players, that means taking the next step to superstardom. This is an article I've been writing every offseason for the last few years now, and it's […]

5 Infield Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash in Dynasty and Keeper Leagues (2026)

Preparation for the 2026 fantasy season is already underway. Drafts are happening, and we're getting a clearer picture of what to expect with players' ADP (Average Draft Position). However, managers in keeper and dynasty formats will have to take a different approach to prepare for their leagues. Some managers may be in their competing window […]

2026 Fantasy Baseball Outfield (OF) Rankings: Roto Leagues (December Update)

At RotoBaller HQ, we continue with our early fantasy baseball rankings series and focus on outfielders -- it's always baseball season here at RotoBaller! We are back with our MLB teams' 2026 fantasy baseball outfield rankings and tiers for 5x5 mixed roto leagues. These December rankings cover the top 80 outfielders for 2026. There were […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Crystal Ball - Projecting The Top 10 Third Basemen for 2029

This is the fourth article of my offseason Dynasty Crystal Ball Series, where I project the top 10 players at each position for the 2029 season. In dynasty, it's important to understand the current value of players, but being able to project their value going forward is a way you can get ahead of the […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Catcher (C) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026

Remember when the catcher position in fantasy baseball was mostly a barren wasteland? Not anymore. Sure, it's still not as high-powered as other positions on the field, but the current talent at the position is more exciting than it's been in a long time. We have a good blend of reliable veterans, rising young talent, […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters From the 2025 Season: Mike Carter's 2026 Player Outlooks

The 2025 fantasy baseball season is in the books, so it's time to look back on some of the biggest surprise stars and performances. There are always players who emerge from nowhere to become productive players, or simply come on stronger than in their past histories. My teammate Kevin Luo wrote a fantastic piece last […]

3 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Pitchers From the 2025 Season: Laghezza's 2026 Player Outlooks

RotoBaller die-hards know wild horses couldn't drag me away from fantasy baseball for more than a month or two. Yes, that all too familiar itch already started its head — and it's high time for a good old-fashioned scratching. Football's great, but c'mon, nothing beats the diamond... Remember, starting preparation with months to go has […]

Top 10 Shortstop Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

After covering catcher, first base, second base, and third base, we've finally reached the always sexy shortstop position. Regardless of whether it's the Majors or in prospect rankings, this shortstop position is always loaded, and right now, it's no different. All 10 names below are within my Top-40 overall, and the top five names, along […]

A Year to Forget: 5 Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Busts Who Will Rebound in 2026

While many breakout pitchers burst onto the scene every year, there are an equal number of pitchers who don't live up to expectations. Fantasy baseball managers drafted them with high hopes, only to be left disappointed after they failed to deliver results that were worth their ADP. However, not all busts are bound to stay […]

2026 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Roto Leagues (December Update)

The NFL season might still be going on, and spring training is a few months away, but it's never too early to start prepping for your upcoming 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. We are entering the heart of the baseball offseason and should see some big free agent signings as well as big-time trades. It's always […]

6 Fantasy Baseball Prospects On the Rise - Arizona Fall League Standouts (2025)

It doesn't seem like that long ago that the minor league regular season and playoffs came to a close, but now the Arizona Fall League (AFL) has already wrapped up as well. Now that it is, we can look back and see who made an impact and could be on the rise. While the AFL […]