Alex Faedo To Return And Start On Friday

Detroit Tigers right-hander Alex Faedo (finger) will return from the 15-day injured list to start on Friday against the Toronto Blue Jays, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Faedo will finally rejoin Detroit's starting rotation for the first time since late May after having surgery to remove his right middle fingernail. The 27-year-old gave up four […]

Framber Valdez To Make Next Start On Saturday

Houston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez (ankle) will make his next start on Saturday against the Seattle Mariners. It was initially reported that Valdez was set to make his return to the rotation from a sprained ankle on Thursday in the series opener against Seattle, but the 29-year-old southpaw will now get a couple extra days […]

Akil Baddoo To Return On Friday

The Detroit Tigers plan to activate outfielder Akil Baddoo (quadriceps) from the 10-day injured list on Friday in time for the series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays. Baddoo will be available to fantasy managers in deeper leagues for the final series of the first half of the season against Toronto. The 24-year-old has been […]

Ryan Noda Out With Stomach Illness

Oakland Athletics rookie first baseman Ryan Noda (illness) is out of Thursday's starting lineup against the Detroit Tigers due to a stomach illness. Manager Mark Kotsay said Noda might be available to come off the bench to pinch hit. Fantasy managers should consider Noda to be day-to-day for now. The 27-year-old first-year MLB player is […]

William Contreras Resting Against Cubs Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras is getting the day off on Thursday as the team takes on the visiting Chicago Cubs. Victor Caratini will do the catching and bat seventh in the lineup against Cubs right-hander Marcus Stroman. After making the All-Star for the first time in his third MLB season in 2022, Contreras has […]

Riley Greene Could Return This Weekend

Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene (leg) will play in the outfield in a minor-league rehab game with Triple-A Toledo on Thursday, and he could return from the 10-day injured list this weekend. Greene is attempting to return from a stress fracture in his left fibula, and he's gone 5-for-9 so far in his first two […]

Esteury Ruiz Out Of Thursday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics outfielder Esteury Ruiz (shoulder) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's contest against the Detroit Tigers. In his absence, JJ Bleday is starting in center field and batting second against Tigers right-hander Michael Lorenzen. Ruiz injured his right shoulder on a dive back to first base on a pickoff attempt on Wednesday […]

Jackson Chourio - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Jackson Chourio, OF, Milwaukee Brewers ANALYSIS: Jackson Chourio will take part in his second Futures Game after getting the nod last season during a monster breakout campaign that saw him accelerate through both A-ball levels and to Double-A by the end of the season. He finished the season with a .288/.342/.538 slash line across […]

Today's MLB Betting Picks - Odds, Expert Predictions, and Best Bets (7/6/23)

It's a 13-game MLB schedule on tap throughout the day on this Thursday, July 9 slate! That means there is plenty of value on the board so let's get to it! Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now officially partnered with various sportsbooks and have some sweet sports […]

Ozzie Albies Picks Up Two Hits Wednesday

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies went 2-for-5 with a run scored in an 8-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday. Albies scored the Braves' first run of the contest when he crossed the plate on a Matt Olson single in the top of the first inning. The 26-year-old infielder is putting together another […]

Austin Riley Homers Versus Guardians Wednesday

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley went 2-for-5 with a homer and two runs in an 8-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday. Riley's first-inning solo homer had an exit velocity of 96 MPH and traveled 357 feet while pushing Atlanta's lead to 6-0. The 26-year-old has hit at least 33 homers in each […]

Gavin Stone Heads Back To Triple-A Wednesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers demoted right-hander Gavin Stone to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday. The rookie hurler has struggled mightily over four appearances and three starts, pitching to a 12.75 ERA, 3.00 WHIP, and 11.3% strikeout rate across 12 innings. Stone is the Dodgers number five prospect, according to MLB Pipeline, so the talent is […]

Adbert Alzolay Closes Out Wednesday's Victory

Chicago Cubs right-hander Adbert Alzolay came into Wednesday's contest in the ninth inning, trying to keep the Milwaukee Brewers quiet. He was successful, throwing a perfect inning with two punchouts to secure the 4-3 win and earn his fifth save of the season. Alzolay has thrived this year out of the bullpen, posting a 2.41 […]

Ryan Bliss - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Ryan Bliss, 2B/SS, Arizona Diamondbacks ANALYSIS: Coming out of high school in Georgia, Ryan Bliss was secure in his commitment to Auburn. He fell to the 30th round of the 2018 draft despite talent that would have indicated he'd be a top-10-round selection. He had a power explosion in 2021 with Auburn, and that […]

Dansby Swanson Won't Play Thursday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (heel) will be out of Thursday's lineup after he suffered a left-heel contusion on Wednesday and left the contest prematurely, according to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. The club will reevaluate the 29-year-old before Thursday's game to check his availability, but he might need to sit out for the rest of […]

Brusdar Graterol Bothered By Arm Issue

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Brusdar Graterol (arm) has been unavailable the last couple of games as he's been dealing with an arm issue, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Manager Dave Roberts said the team will see if he can pitch Thursday, but there's a chance he might need time on the injured list. […]

Daniel Hudson Records First Save Of 2023 Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Daniel Hudson was trusted with the ninth inning on Wednesday, trying to protect a two-run lead against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He allowed no runs and worked around one hit and two walks while striking out a pair. It was Hudson's first save of the season after beginning the year on the […]

Marcell Ozuna Notches A Pair Of Hits Wednesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder/designated hitter Marcell Ozuna continued to stay hot at the plate during Wednesday's 8-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, going 2-for-5 with two singles. The slugger has been on a tear since May, batting .309 with 15 bombs. Across 70 games overall this season, Ozuna owns a .257/.332/.494 slash line with 17 homers, […]

Jordan Hicks Blows Wednesday's Save

St. Louis Cardinals reliever Jordan Hicks came into Wednesday's contest against the Miami Marlins in the ninth inning with a one-run lead. He failed to hold their offense at bay, blowing the save and losing the 10-9 game, as he gave up two runs on two hits with one walk and one strikeout. It was […]

Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups: Colton Cowser, Anthony Volpe, Will Benson, Alek Manoah, more

Welcome RotoBallers to our mid-week fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings list for Week 16 - July 3 through July 9 to help you stay on top of the waiver wire, especially in leagues that allow daily moves. Baltimore Orioles top prospect Colton Cowser made his MLB debut on July 5. Cowser went 1-for-3 with an […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Yu Darvish, Clayton Kershaw, Shohei Ohtani, Framber Valdez, more

With the MLB All-Star break fast approaching, several key pitchers are dealing with injuries. Hopefully, most of these hurlers will return soon after the pause in regular season action. There are still a few days of games remaining before the All-Star festivities, so it's important to monitor players that could affect fantasy lineups. Let's take […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (7/6/23)

I am back again today for more player props after going 1-2 in yesterday's article. That is one of the first times in a long time here writing pieces I have had a losing day. We are 3-3 so far in the week, so let's close this thing out strong and get back to our […]

Guardians vs. Royals Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (7/6)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, July 6th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Yankees vs. Orioles Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (7/6)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Baltimore Orioles vs. New York Yankees, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, July 6th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Tigers vs. Athletics Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (7/6)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Oakland Athletics vs. Detroit Tigers, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, July 6th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Diamondbacks vs. Mets Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (7/6)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the New York Mets vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, July 6th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Marlins vs. Cardinals Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (7/6)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, July 6th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/6/23

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. You guys get a pinch hitter in here for the next couple of days. You have likely seen stuff done by me in various places on the RotoBaller site, most likely in college football or college basketball. I'm an MLB grinder, too...surprise, surprise. Some […]

PrizePicks MLB DFS Prop Picks - Today's Over/Under Props for Thursday, July 6, 2023

Welcome to our PrizePicks MLB DFS prop picks for Thursday, July 6, 2023. The 2023 MLB season is underway here at RotoBaller, and we have you covered with some terrific plays from our friends over at PrizePicks. PrizePicks is a great DFS fantasy picks site where you can choose to select plays in terms of […]

Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Updated Rankings for 2023 Redraft (Week 15)

Happy Independence Day and 4th of July to everyone reading this on the holiday. I'm hoping you all had a great time with family and friends, eating too much food at cookouts, and watching some baseball of course. The baseball and fantasy baseball seasons are past the halfway mark at this point and the All-Star […]