Sean Doolittle Back With Nationals

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent relief pitcher Sean Doolittle to an undisclosed deal on Monday, pending a physical. The 35-year-old left-hander pitched for Washington from 2017-20 and was named to his second All-Star team with the Nats in 2018. Doolittle spent last season pitching for the Cincinnati Reds and Seattle Mariners, posting a combined 4.53 […]

Ian Kennedy Agrees With Diamondbacks

Free-agent relief pitcher Ian Kennedy agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday, pending a physical, according to sources. The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal later announced the deal was worth $4.75 million. Kennedy previously pitched for Arizona from 2010-13. He began his career as a starting pitcher and has made 290 starts […]

Odubel Herrera Returns To Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies re-signed outfielder Odubel Herrera to an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday. The Phillies weren't going to spend big bucks on a new center field in free agency, so they decided to settle for Herrera, who was actually pretty solid against right-handed pitchers in 2021. The 30-year-old is projected to serve in a […]

Brad Hand Agrees With Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies and free-agent left-hander Brad Hand agreed to a one-year, $6 million deal on Monday, according to sources familiar with the deal. The New York Mets were considering re-signing Hand, but instead he'll land with the division-rival Phillies for the 2022 season. Corey Knebel is projected to open the season as the team's […]

Spin Rate: Using Sabermetrics for Fantasy Baseball

Spin rate has become one of the most recognizable Statcast metrics, with supporters of a given pitcher highlighting his spin rates to make their case. It has also become controversial as of late due to allegations of pitchers using foreign substances to increase their spin. Unfortunately, the baseball world has done a lousy job conveying […]

2022 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings - Prospects #1-25 (Part 2)

Welcome back RotoBallers. Today is an exciting day for MLB and fantasy baseball fans everywhere, as we finally got some good news about the labor discussions. Spring training will start immediately, and there will be a full 162-game season. Baseball is back! Below you will find our top 2022 redraft fantasy baseball prospects, and projected […]

Second Base: Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Sleepers

Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball second base rankings and 2B draft sleepers who can be sneaky later-round picks. He breaks down and compares the ADPs of four different MLB players at the second base position. Fantasy baseball players should consider drafting these players in the middle and later rounds of their drafts this MLB Season. […]

Mid-Round Outfielders - Fantasy Baseball Draft Values and Targets

Welcome officially to the 2022 fantasy baseball season! Now that an MLB deal is in place, a lot more fantasy drafts will be taking place -- and we're here as always to guide you through it. Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone is looking to draft players with upside that can provide […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for March 14th, 2022

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 March 14th, 2022. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

2022 Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove with Matt Williams - Benched with Bubba EP 448

Bubba (@bdentrek) is joined by Matt Williams (@MattWi77iams) of NBC Sports Edge and the Turn Two Podcast. In this episode, Bubba and Matt will go over all of the MLB Hot Stove action from Friday and Saturday and give all of their fantasy baseball thoughts. Be sure to subscribe to the Benched With Bubba Podcast, part […]

Rockies Searching For Middle-Of-The-Order Bat

The Colorado Rockies continue to search for a middle-of-the-order bat in free agency with spring training quickly approaching. Third baseman Kris Bryant and outfielders Kyle Schwarber and Michael Conforto are among the team's potential targets on the open market, according to sources. The Rockies could especially use a power bat for the middle of their […]

Red Sox Sign Jake Diekman

The Boston Red Sox will sign free-agent left-hander Jake Diekman, pending a physical, according to a source. It's believed to be a multi-year deal, but the exact details of the contract are unknown. The southpaw reliever had a 3.86 ERA, .211 batting average against and a 1.34 WHIP in 67 relief outings (60 2/3 innings) […]

Nationals Sign Aaron Sanchez To Minor-League Deal

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent pitcher Aaron Sanchez to a minor-league deal with an invite to spring training on Sunday. If the right-hander makes the big leagues, he could earn up to $4 million in performance bonuses. The 29-year-old was solid for the Giants in 2021, posting a 3.06 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and a 26:15 […]

Vince Velasquez Agrees With White Sox

Free-agent right-hander Vince Velasquez agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Chicago White Sox on Sunday, pending a physical, according to sources familiar with the situation. Not much went right for Velasquez in 2021, as he had a 6.30 ERA and 1.48 WHIP with 101 strikeouts and 49 walks in 94 1/3 innings over 25 […]

Carlos Martinez Agrees With Giants

Free-agent right-hander Carlos Martinez agreed to a minor league deal with the San Francisco Giants on Sunday night, according to a source. The deal will be worth $2.5 million if Martinez makes the major league roster and includes $1.5 million in incentives. The two-time All-Star hasn't pitched well in the last two seasons, and he […]

Ronald Guzman Signs Minor-League Deal With Yankees

The New York Yankees signed free-agent first baseman Ronald Guzman (knee) to a minor-league deal that includes an invitation to Spring Training. He was limited to just seven games last season after suffering a meniscus tear in his right knee in April. The 27-year-old has flashed power with 31 home runs in 737 at-bats over […]

Yankees Will Try To Bring Anthony Rizzo Back

The New York Yankees see free-agent first baseman Anthony Rizzo as a realistic first base option now, and they will try to bring him back. The Yankees expectation all along has been that the sweepstakes for free-agent first baseman Freddie Freeman is between the Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers. It's not what Luke Voit […]

Ehire Adrianza Goes To The Nationals

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent infielder Ehire Adrianza to a one-year deal on Sunday, pending a physical. Adrianza's deal will be worth $1.5 million and includes performance bonuses. The 32-year-old is primarily a shortstop and is expected to serve as a utility infielder in D.C. Adrianza spent the 2021 season with the Atlanta Braves, hitting […]

Joe Ross Expected To Miss 6-8 Weeks

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Joe Ross (elbow) suffered a setback in his recovery this offseason and underwent surgery on March 7 to remove a bone spur from his right elbow, according to general manager Mike Rizzo. Ross is expected to miss six to eight weeks, so he'll open the 2022 season on the injured list. […]

Nelson Cruz Signs One-Year Deal With The Nationals

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent designated hitter Nelson Cruz to a one-year, $15 million contract on Sunday, including a $3 million buyout on mutual option. With the National League having a full-time DH, teams such as the Dodgers, Padres, Brewers and Braves were also interested in acquiring the Boomstick. He ultimately landed in Washington and […]

Twins Acquire Gary Sanchez, Gio Urshela From Yanks

The Minnesota Twins acquired catcher Gary Sanchez and third baseman Gio Urshela from the New York Yankees on Sunday night in exchange for third baseman Josh Donaldson, shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa and catcher Ben Rortvedt, according to a source. The Twins traded away catcher Mitch Garver earlier in the week, but they'll now have Sanchez as […]

Yankees Trading For Josh Donaldson, Isiah Kiner-Falefa

The New York Yankees are acquiring third baseman Josh Donaldson, shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa and catcher Ben Rortvedt from the Minnesota Twins on Sunday night in exchange for catcher Gary Sanchez and infielder Gio Urshela, according to a source. Donaldson will become the Yankees starting third baseman in 2022 after slashing .247/.352/.475 with 26 home runs […]

Astros Reportedly Talking To Carlos Correa

The Houston Astros reportedly are talking to free-agent shortstop Carlos Correa in an effort to keep him in Houston. He declined his $18.4 million qualifying offer from the Astros during the offseason. The 27-year-old is one of the top available free agents remaining on the market and has been linked to various teams. He set […]

Anibal Sanchez Signs With Nationals

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez on Sunday. The Nationals were one of the teams that came away impressed with Sanchez's showcase for interested teams on Saturday, and they didn't wait long to reunite with the veteran hurler. The 38-year-old signed a minor league deal that includes an invite to spring training. […]

Steven Souza Jr. Signs Minor-League Deal With Seattle

The Seattle Mariners signed outfielder Steven Souza Jr. to a minor-league deal that includes an invitation to Spring Training. The 32-year-old could make up to $1 million if he makes the big league roster. He slashed .152/.222/.333 with a triple, homer, and three RBI over 36 plate appearances for the Dodgers in 2021. The veteran […]

Five NL Teams The Finalists For Nelson Cruz

The Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, Milwaukee Brewers, Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals appear to be the finalists for the services of free-agent designated hitter Nelson Cruz. American League teams are also lurking, but the Dodgers and Padres have been pegged as the favorites. Now that the NL has a full-time DH, Cruz's market […]

Odubel Herrera Close To Re-Signing

Free-agent outfielder Odubel Herrera is close to re-signing with the Philadelphia Phillies, according to sources. The 30-year-old played in 124 games with the Phillies last year, with 104 of them coming in center field. If he re-signs, he figures to be at least part of the solution to the team's center field hole in 2022. […]

Phillies Encouraged By Zach Eflin's Progress

The Philadelphia Phillies are encouraged by starting pitcher Zach Eflin's (knee) progress this spring, according to general manager Dave Dombrowski. There are still some hurdles for Eflin to clear, but barring any setbacks, he could be ready for Opening Day. The 27-year-old right-hander has been throwing off a mound after undergoing surgery to fix a […]

Brewers Sign Brad Boxberger To One-Year Deal

The Milwaukee Brewers signed free-agent pitcher Brad Boxberger to a one-year, $2.5 million contract on Sunday. He returns to Milwaukee in 2022, where he will reprise his role as one of Milwaukee's top setup man for star closer Josh Hader. The 33-year-old posted a 5-4 record with a 3.34 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and an 83:24 […]

Adam Ottavino Chooses The Mets

The New York Mets agreed to a $4 million deal plus incentives with free-agent relief pitcher Adam Ottavino on Sunday, pending a physical. Ottavino spent the 2019 and 2020 seasons with the New York Mets before spending last year in the Boston Red Sox's bullpen. The 36-year-old New York native was a part-time closer in […]