Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups For Fantasy Baseball - Week 4

This article will discuss fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for the outfield in Week 4 – April 17 through April 24. Whether your team is injury-riddled or you’re ready to give up on your draft day darlings, we’ve got you covered.  As we move through the season, our data is ever-changing and we have to […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for April 16th, 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 April 16th, 2023. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Will Smith Out Again On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (illness) will remain out of the lineup on Sunday against the Cubs. The 28-year-old will get a chance to return on Monday to begin a three-game series with the Mets. However, it doesn't sound promising, with skipper Dave Roberts indicating Smith will undergo further testing to "pinpoint" what's causing […]

Brandon Nimmo Nails Go-Ahead Double Versus Oakland

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo led his team to a 3-2 win over Oakland on Saturday. The 30-year-old went 2-for-4. However, his most significant accomplishment on the day was a go-ahead RBI double in the seventh, which eventually sealed the deal. The Mets have now won three-straight games, with Nimmo one of the players […]

Pete Alonso Adds Another Home Run On Saturday

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso had another productive outing in Saturday's 3-2 win over the A's. The slugger went 1-for-4 with an RBI, which was made up of a 421-foot shot to left in the fourth inning. He now has eight dingers in 2023, tying him with Rafael Devers for the most in […]

Francisco Lindor Cools Off On Saturday

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor cooled off in Saturday's win over the Athletics. The 29-year-old had seven RBI and a homer in the 17-6 rout over Oakland on Friday. However, he wasn't as productive in this one, going 1-for-4. Lindor is putting up All-Star numbers this season, and he's currently tied for fourth in […]

Jameson Taillon Strikes Out Seven In Comeback Start

Chicago Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon hurled five scoreless innings in Saturday's loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Taillon allowed two hits while punching out seven batters and two walks. He landed 52 strikes through 85 pitches, before his removal in the sixth inning. Entering Saturday's play, the 31-year-old had allowed eight runs across two starts […]

Chas McCormick Not Expected To Play Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (eye) is unlikely to play in Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. According to Astros manager Dusty Baker, McCormick will sit out Sunday's game as a precaution. The 27-year-old was removed from Friday's game due to blurred vision and missed Saturday's game. He is considered day-to-day. McCormick is slashing .275/.383/.500 […]

David Robertson Picks Up Third Save

New York Mets right-hander David Robertson allowed one hit while striking out one across a scoreless inning to earn the save during Saturday's 3-2 win over the A's. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 38-year-old allowed a leadoff single but bounced back to retire the next three […]

Edmundo Sosa Exits Saturday's Game Early

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Edmundo Sosa (back) left Saturday's game against the Reds with low back discomfort. According to Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Sosa went down at third base in batting practice after getting wiped out by a hard grounder. He got right back up and finished taking grounders. This could have played a […]

Max Scherzer's Next Start Pushed Back To Wednesday

New York Mets ace Max Scherzer (back) will see his next start pushed back to Wednesday due to right side/back soreness. He was initially scheduled to pitch on Sunday but will have his start pushed back three days. The right-hander will now face the Dodgers on Wednesday. Scherzer owns a 4.41 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, and […]

Domingo German Strikes Out 11 In Saturday Win

New York Yankees right-hander Domingo German allowed one run on three hits over 6 1/3 innings in a 6-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday. German struck out 11 batters and walked none while earning the win. The veteran right-hander was on top of his game on Saturday after lasting just three innings in […]

Jose Ramirez Hits First HR Of 2023

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer and a walk in a 6-4 win over the Washington Nationals on Saturday. Ramirez's two-run homer in the fifth inning gave Cleveland a one-run lead in the comeback win. It had an exit velocity of 110.0 MPH and traveled 420 feet. Despite that […]

Jon Gray Exits Saturday's Game After Being Hit With Comebacker

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray (forearm) exited Saturday's game early after being hit with a comebacker. He was diagnosed with a forearm bruise, and the team will continue to monitor the situation. The 31-year-old allowed one run while striking out two across two innings before leaving. Gray appears to have avoided a severe injury and […]

Jordan Romano Dealing With A Rib Contusion

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jordan Romano (ribs) sustained a rib contusion during Saturday's 5-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. The 29-year-old was struck in the rib by a line drive in the final out of Saturday's victory. X-rays returned negative, and the right-hander was diagnosed with a rib contusion. Romano appears to have avoided […]

Anthony Rizzo Homers Again Saturday

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo hit his third home run in as many games against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday. Rizzo hit two homers on Thursday for the Bombers and is now up to four on the season. It was the only hit of the game for the lefty, but he made it […]

Anthony Volpe Runs Wild On Bases

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe put his speed on display Saturday, stealing three bases against the Minnesota Twins. Volpe went 1-for-2 with two walks and a run scored. A day after hitting his first big league home run, Volpe doubled his season stole base total in one game. He now has six steals on […]

Bryce Harper May Not Need Rehab Assignment

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (elbow) may possibly skip a minor league rehab assignment before returning to the majors. Harper is taking reps at first base as he looks forward to his return to the field and will face Ranger Suarez in a simulated game on Tuesday. There's no definitive statement, but it seems Harper's […]

Chas McCormick Could Be Available Off Bench

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (eyes) could be available off the bench Saturday. He was removed from the game Friday after experiencing blurred vision. Doctors did multiple tests last night but found no reason for the blurred vision. McCormick said he feels better today, however.

Michael Brantley Took Live BP

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (shoulder) is ramping up his rehab after taking live batting practice on Friday. Brantley had shoulder surgery in August and has recently been working out at the team's training facilities in Florida. A return in May still looks like the expectation for Brantley.

Will Smith Remains Out Of Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (illness) is out of the lineup for a second straight day on Saturday. Smith was initially withheld from Friday's game because of an illness and he couldn't recuperate enough to get in there on Saturday. The backstop is off to a hot start and is again among the tops […]

Joe Musgrove To Make Rehab Start On Sunday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (toe, shoulder) is scheduled to make his final rehab start on Sunday for Single-A Lake Elsinore. The right-hander has been working his way back from a fractured toe. However, Musgrove suffered a shoulder injury during his rehab assignment. That being said, he had his timetable to return pushed […]

Ramon Urias Removed From Saturday's Game

Baltimore Orioles infielder Ramon Urias (head) was removed early during Saturday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Urias was taken out after getting hit in the head by a pitch. He was hit by a 96 mph fastball, which is obviously always a scary moment. Luckily, Urias was able to get up and walk off […]

Michael Harris II Won't Return On Monday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (back) won't make his return from the injured list on Monday. The organization was hopeful that Harris would be activated on Monday, which is the first day he's eligible to return from the injured list. Manager Brian Snitker confirmed on Saturday that it won't be happening. Harris hasn't even […]

Chas McCormick To Miss Saturday's Game

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (eye) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. He'll miss this game after exiting early during Friday's game due to vision issues. It's unknown if this is a serious issue, so fantasy managers should consider McCormick day-to-day right now. Mauricio Dubon will serve as […]

Michael Conforto Comes Off The Bench On Saturday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto (calf) was pulled out early during Wednesday's game due to left calf tightness. He missed Friday's game because of it, but was able to at least take an at-bat on Saturday. Conforto came off the bench as a pinch-hitter during Saturday's loss to the Detroit Tigers. He struck out […]

Adam Duvall Faces "Long Road Ahead"

Boston Red Sox outfielder Adam Duvall (wrist) will not require surgery on his left distal fracture. However, he indicated he faces a "long rehab road ahead." "Maybe six weeks before I can swing again," Said Duvall. "I'm going to keep running and keep throwing to stay in shape." The 34-year-old got off to a hot […]

Justin Verlander Progressing Toward Return

According to New York Mets manager Buck Showalter, starting pitcher Justin Verlander (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a few more bullpen sessions before facing live batters. If everything goes smoothly, the 40-year-old will be ready to return. Verlander has been on the shelf with a right teres major strain since the beginning of the season. […]

Ji Man Choi Lands On 10-Day IL

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman/designated hitter Ji Man Choi (Achilles) landed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to April 14. The 31-year-old has struggled this season, batting a miserable .125 with four hits, two RBI, and two home runs while striking out 15 times. Hopefully, his stint on the IL will allow his nagging […]