Louie Varland - Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Waiver Wire Adds for Week 9

BALLER MOVE:  Add in all leagues ROSTERED IN: 30% of leagues ANALYSIS:   Varland is going to be the new guy I'm banging the drum for every week here until he gets over 50% rostered. Check out what he's done so far this year: Varland Game Logs Date Pitches Whiffs SO BB 5/14 97 16 […]

Michael Conforto (OF, SF) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 9

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 33% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Following a two-year derailment due to injury, Michael Conforto was destined to show some rust. He also didn't look that great back in 2021, so there was a legitimate uncertainty about whether it would be rust or that the 30-year-old would more simply […]

Josh Naylor (1B/OF, CLE) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 9

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 39% of Leagues ANALYSIS: According to his batted-ball profile, Naylor has been one of the unluckiest hitters in the league this season. However, things have finally started looking up for the 25-year-old. Naylor has hit safely in five consecutive games, including three multi-hit efforts and four home […]

Padres vs. Red Sox Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (5/21)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Boston Red Sox vs. San Diego Padres, 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 Sunday, May 21st 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we […]

Phillies vs. Cubs Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (5/21)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Cubs vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 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 Sunday, May 21st 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Angels vs. Twins Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (5/21)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Minnesota Twins vs. Los Angeles Angels, 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 Sunday, May 21st 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Jake Fraley (OF, CIN) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 9

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 42% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Following a cold start to the season, Jake Fraley has finally found his stroke. He's recorded five multi-hit performances over his last eight starts, including three home runs in that span. Overall, Fraley is slashing .277/.374/.454 with a 119 wRC+ and .176 ISO. […]

Nationals vs. Tigers Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (5/21)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Detroit Tigers vs. Washington Nationals, 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 Sunday, May 21st 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Pirates vs. Diamondbacks Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (5/21)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 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 Sunday, May 21st 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (5/21/23)

I came really close to a perfect 5-0 on pitcher props yesterday, but I woke up this morning to see Louie Varland couldn't quite get it done against the Halos in the late game. I hope you ran the Braxton Garrett ladder up to 8 because he got all the way there for us and […]

PrizePicks MLB DFS Prop Picks - Today's Over/Under Props for Sunday, May 21, 2023

Welcome to our PrizePicks MLB DFS prop picks for Sunday, May 21, 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 […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (5/21/23)

Happy Sunday, RotoBallers! As a washed baseball player myself, it's simply not enough to get my fix in a men's league. That's why I'm stoked to be back to provide some MLB picks again this year. We had a rough regular season in the articles in 2022 but bounced back significantly, going 17-6-4 en route […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for May 21st, 2023

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 May 21st, 2023. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Max Fried Lifting Weights

According to Braves manager Brian Snitker, starting pitcher Max Fried (forearm) has been lifting weights. The left-hander has been on the 15-day injured list after suffering a strained forearm. There was talk he'd miss a few months. However, the fact he's at least doing something is a positive sign. Fried had played well before going […]

Carlos Rodon Throws From 120 Feet

New York Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon (back, elbow) threw from 120 feet on Friday. The 30-year-old tossed from 90 feet on Wednesday, so he's moving in the right direction. He'll also play catch in the coming days. Unfortunately, nobody knows when Rodón will be on the bump, which is a tough blow for the fantasy […]

Ramon Urias Moving In The Right Direction

According to Orioles skipper Brandon Hyde, infielder Ramon Urias (hamstring) traveled with the team to Toronto. Additionally, Urias hit pregame on Saturday and is set to do some light base running on Sunday. The 28-year-old is on the 10-day injured list because of a left hamstring strain. However, it sounds like he's moving in the […]

Luke Voit Sent On Rehab Assignment

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Luke Voit (neck) was sent to Triple-A Nashville for a rehab assignment. The 32-year-old has struggled in his first season in Milwaukee, batting .221 with 15 hits and 27 strikeouts in 68 at-bats. Hopefully, some time away from the big club will do Voit some good. But until he gets his […]

Elvis Andrus "A Bit Ahead Of Schedule"

According to White Sox manager Pedro Grifol, infielder Elvis Andrus (oblique) is progressing. Even better, the veteran may be working his way back sooner than anticipated. "Those oblique strains have a mind of their own," said Grifol. "His body has healed quickly from this and is able to do some things that put him a […]

Miguel Castro Notches Fourth Save

Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Miguel Castro allowed one walk while striking out three to pick up the save in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. He entered the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 28-year-old issued a leadoff walk but later struck out the side to earn his fourth save of the season. […]

Logan Webb Removed With Back Tightness

San Francisco Giants right-hander Logan Webb (back) was removed from Saturday's start against the Miami Marlins due to lower back tightness. He allowed four hits and two walks while striking out seven across six scoreless innings before leaving. The 26-year-old doesn't believe the injury is severe and told the media he doesn't plan to miss […]

Adam Duvall Hitting Off A Tee, Participating In Soft Toss

Boston Red Sox outfielder Adam Duvall (wrist) has resumed hitting off a tee and participating in soft toss. According to Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe, Duvall could return to action in three weeks. The 34-year-old is currently on the injured list with a fracture in his left wrist. Duvall sustained the injury while attempting […]

Jared Walsh Activated Off The Injured List

Los Angeles first baseman/outfielder Jared Walsh (head) was activated off the 15-day injured list by the Angels on Saturday. Brett Phillips was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. He has yet to appear in the big leagues in 2023 due to insomnia and migraines. The 29-year-old is starting at first base and batting sixth […]

X-Rays Negative On Jonathan India's Knee

X-rays returned negative on Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India's knee after he left early during Saturday's extra-inning loss to the Yankees. India exited Saturday's game after fouling a ball off his knee. He was able to finish his at-bat but was later replaced by Kevin Newman. The 26-year-old went 1-for-4 with a double, walk, […]

Jhony Brito Optioned To Triple-A

The New York Yankees optioned right-hander Jhony Brito to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday. Brito drew the start against the Reds and was sent down to the minors following Saturday's 7-4 win over Cincinnati. He struggled on Saturday, allowing four runs on four hits and four walks while striking out six over four innings. The 25-year-old […]

Aaron Hicks Gets Designated For Assignment

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks has been designated for assignment on Saturday. The switch-hitter has been struggling, slashing .188/.263/.261 with one homer and five RBI in 20 games this season. The 33-year-old signed a seven-year, $70 million extension with the Yankees back in 2019. The Yankees have decided to eat nearly $30 million that […]

Taijuan Walker To Start On Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker has been named the starter for Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs. The Phillies have decided to pitch Walker on short rest, while giving Zack Wheeler an extra day to rest. It's uncertain how the Phillies plan to deal with the open spot for Tuesday's game. Luckily, they still […]

Tommy Edman Back In Saturday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Tommy Edman (abdomen) is back in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He left early during Thursday's game due to abdominal soreness after colliding with teammate Lars Nootbaar in the outfield. Edman was held out of the lineup on Friday, but was able to come […]

James Outman Sitting Out On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder James Outman is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. This looks to be a routine day off for the rookie outfielder. Outman has been hot this season, slashing .263/.353/.533 with nine home runs, 27 RBI, and five steals in 41 games. Veteran outfielder Jason […]

Will Smith Gets Rest Day On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. This appears to be a routine day off after Smith had caught three straight games for the Dodgers. That being said, Austin Barnes will start behind the plate and bat ninth versus right-hander Miles Mikolas […]