Spencer Turnbull To Throw Touch-And-Feel Bullpen This Week

Detroit Tigers pitcher Spencer Turnbull (neck) has been cleared to throw a touch-and-feel bullpen session later this week as he works his way back from a neck injury. It's been a turbulent season for the right-hander, as he returned from Tommy John surgery only to make seven starts of 7.26 ERA baseball across 31 innings […]

Tyler Stephenson Back In Action On Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds catcher/designated hitter Tyler Stephenson is back in the starting lineup Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles and right-hander Kyle Gibson. Stephenson got a breather on Tuesday night but gets right back into action on Wednesday evening in Baltimore. The 26-year-old has had an underwhelming season at the plate after entering the campaign with increased […]

Jake Bennett - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Jake Bennett, SP, Washington Nationals ANALYSIS: In the summer of 2021, Bennett had an impressive summer in the Cape Cod League, and he followed it up with an impressive 2022 for Oklahoma, posting a 133/22 K/BB ratio over 117 innings for the Sooners. The Nationals selected the 6'6" lefty in the second round of […]

Ha-Seong Kim Picks Up Three Hits In Leadoff Spot

San Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim set the table nicely as the leadoff hitter on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough in the 9-4 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first game of the series. Kim went 3-for-5 with two RBI and a strikeout in the game. Kim has been pretty mediocre offensive all season […]

Jackson Rutledge Promoted To Triple-A

The Washington Nationals promoted right-handed pitching prospect Jackson Rutledge from Double-A Harrisburg to Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday. The former first-round pick in 2019 and current No. 11 prospect for the Nats, according to MLB Pipeline, went 6-1 with a 3.16 ERA and 1.098 WHIP while striking out 62 and walking 25 in 68 1/3 innings […]

Red Sox Add Dinelson Lamet On Minor-League Deal

The Boston Red Sox signed right-hander Dinelson Lamet to a minor-league deal on Wednesday. Lamet began the 2023 season with the Colorado Rockies before posting an ugly 11.57 ERA and 2.34 WHIP in 25 2/3 innings over 16 appearances (four starts) before he was eventually designated for assignment and released. The 30-year-old right-hander has always […]

Walker Buehler Making Progress In Tommy John Recovery

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (elbow) posted a video of himself throwing a bullpen session last week as he recovers from Tommy John surgery last August. The Dodgers have no plans to try and rush Buehler back into their starting rotation, but the 28-year-old right-hander is hoping he can be back early in […]

Max Scherzer Could Be Willing To Accept A Trade

New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer is no stranger to trade-deadline deals and is 38 years old and looking to win another title. Several industry sources have suggested he would waive his no-trade clause for the right situation with the Mets going nowhere fast in the standings. The Mets could use owner Steve Cohen's […]

Carlos Rodon Likely To Make Final Rehab Start Saturday

New York Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon (back) is set to make his third and likely final minor-league rehab start on Saturday with an affiliate to be determined. If the outing goes according to plan, Rodon would be in line to make his Yankees and season debut on July 7 in the Bronx against the Chicago […]

Nestor Cortes To Throw Bullpen Session Soon

New York Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes (shoulder) is set to throw a bullpen session on Friday or Saturday, which will be his first since he was shut down with a rotator-cuff strain in the first week of June. The Yankees have increasing confidence that a cortisone injection will be enough to cure Cortes' shoulder issue. […]

Michael Soroka Could Start Friday

MLB.com's Mark Bowman is guessing that Atlanta Braves right-hander Michael Soroka will be called up to start this Friday against the Miami Marlins. It would allow the Braves to give Charlie Morton and Spencer Strider an extra day of rest before starts against the Marlins and Tampa Bay Rays. Kolby Allard (oblique) is coming off […]

Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Updated Rankings for 2023 Redraft (Week 14)

It's hard to believe that the MLB season is already at the halfway mark. FOr the most part, fantasy league standings have taken shape and you should have a pretty good idea of whether or not you have a shot at contending this season. If you've fallen out of the hunt, stashing prospects probably isn't […]

Jeter Martinez - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Jeter Martinez, SP, Seattle Mariners ANALYSIS: The Mariners signed Martinez out of Mexico this January as one of the top-rated available players on the international market this season. He was the top-rated player from Mexico in all rankings. The 6'4" Martinez has long arms and generates additional difficulty to hit as he comes over […]

Is Matt McLain a Legitimate Five-Tool Phenom?

While Elly De La Cruz has deservedly garnered everyone's attention with his prodigious power and blazing speed, the Cincinnati Reds may have quietly unleashed another five-category stud into the fantasy baseball pool. No, we're not talking about the 29-year-old Kevin Newman. In case you're late to the party, meet 23-year-old middle infielder Matt McLain! The […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (6/28/23)

It's another Wednesday in the middle of June and if you're looking for something to get you over the hump this week, maybe it's a big night of MLB betting action. I'm Thunder Dan and I bet on baseball every day - whether it's game totals, money lines, or player props - I always have […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (6/28/23)

Tommy Bell here, back in another pinch-hitting role after my return from hiatus on Monday. Admittedly, it was a less-than-ideal showing. Colin Rea pitched the game of his life against what looked to be a lifeless Mets offense (sometimes I wonder if being a Mets fan would be WORSE than being a Pirates fan... Too […]

You Won't Believe Shohei Ohtani's Latest Historic Feat!

At this point, it's not really a surprise when Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani does something ridiculous on the baseball diamond, whether it be from in the batter's box or on the mound. But his recent stat line against the Chicago White Sox is absurd by even the Japanese superstar's lofty standards. Many refer […]

Trevor Story Doing Field Work

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (elbow) has increased his throwing and is fielding ground balls from shortstop, according to manager Alex Cora. The 30-year-old still plans to play shortstop for the club in August and possibly return as a designated hitter in July. Story has been out all year after undergoing offseason surgery to […]

Diamondbacks vs. Rays Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/28)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Tampa Bay Rays 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 Wednesday, June 28th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Nolan Arenado Doubles, Drives In One Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk, a run, and an RBI in a 4-2 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday. Arenado broke a 2-2 tie with a fifth-inning double that brought Paul Goldschmidt around to score. The veteran infielder is having another solid fantasy season, hitting […]

Richard Bleier Tosses A Bullpen Tuesday

Boston Red Sox left-hander Richard Bleier (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Tuesday, according to manager Alex Cora. There is still no timetable for his return, however. Bleier last saw game action on May 21 before experiencing shoulder inflammation and hitting the injured list. The 36-year-old veteran had struggled prior to the injury, posting a […]

Yeremi Cabrera - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Yeremi Cabrera, OF, Texas Rangers ANALYSIS: The Rangers signed Cabrera out of the Dominican Republic for just $10,000 in the 2022 signing period. That looked like about the right price as Cabrera stumbled to a .613 OPS in his debut in the Dominican Summer League. Now, it's beginning to look like a bargain. On […]

Mariners vs. Nationals Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/28)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Washington Nationals vs. Seattle Mariners, 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 Wednesday, June 28th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Ian Hamilton Should Be Back This Week

New York Yankees right-hander Ian Hamilton (groin) is expected to rejoin the club this week in Oakland, according to MLB.com. The 28-year-old hasn't seen big league action since May 16 after suffering a right groin strain. Hamilton was enjoying a solid season before getting hurt, posting a 1.23 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 34.1% strikeout rate […]

Framber Valdez Takes Loss Tuesday

Houston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez allowed four runs on eight hits over six innings in a 4-2 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday. Valdez struck out six and walked three while taking the loss. The Houston southpaw notched a solid 14 swinging strikes in the outing but his record dropped to 7-6 with […]

Austin Cox Getting Wednesday's Start

Kansas City Royals southpaw Austin Cox will make Wednesday's start against Logan Allen and the Cleveland Guardians, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports. The rookie hurler has pitched 12.1 innings so far this season, all out of the bullpen, and has yet to give up a run while striking out 13 and walking four. Cox has […]

Taylor Walls Won't Play Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Taylor Walls (back) will miss Wednesday's game as he deals with back tightness, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The 26-year-old is having a career year with the bat, slashing .214/.316/.383 with seven home runs, 36 runs, 25 RBI, and 16 stolen bases across 66 contests. Manager Kevin […]

Sam Moll Records First Career Save Tuesday

Oakland Athletics lefty Sam Moll completed the first save of his career on Tuesday when his club beat the New York Yankees 2-1. He worked around a pair of hits, allowing no runs and striking out two over one inning of work. Moll now owns a 3.99 ERA and 1.23 WHIP with 35 strikeouts and […]

Alexis Diaz Earns Tuesday's Save

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Alexis Diaz recorded his 22nd save of the season Tuesday when his club defeated the Baltimore Orioles 3-1. He completed one inning of work, striking out and walking one without allowing any hits or runs. Diaz has been phenomenal again this season, posting a 1.85 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and 41.3% strikeout rate […]

Cubs vs. Phillies Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/28)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Chicago Cubs, 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 Wednesday, June 28th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]