Cole Hamels Struggles In Rehab Start

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cole Hamels (oblique) threw three innings for Triple-A Iowa during a rehab start on Sunday. Hamels allowed three hits, three runs, three walks and struck out four batters. The lefty has been sidelined since late June and there are whispers that he can return to the big league club as soon […]

Ozzie Albies Hit Grand Slam as Braves Rout Phillies

Perhaps angered by the offenses that were brought to their eyes by Philadelphia's throwback burgundy uniforms on Saturday night, the Atlanta Braves steamrolled the Phillies 16 - 5, with their pint-sized second baseman Ozzie Albies putting the game truly out of reach with his third-inning grand slam that put the Braves up 11 - 1. […]

Nick Ahmed Hits Grand Slam in Diamondbacks Win

Arizona shortstop Nick Ahmed capped off a six-run fourth inning for the Diamondbacks on Saturday with a 416-foot grand slam off of Miami Marlins starter Jordan Yamamoto. Yamamoto had set down the first nine Arizona batters in order before the wheels came off in the fourth frame as the rookie walked three batters, hit one […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Hits 3-Run Blast in 8th to Spur Toronto's Comeback

After back-to-back home runs by Teoscar Hernandez and Brandon Drury in the bottom of the eighth inning cut Toronto's deficit to four runs, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. pulled the Blue Jays within one run when he hit a three-run home run off of Tampa reliever Oliver Drake. Toronto would later win in the twelfth on Hernandez's […]

Teoscar Hernandez Walks it Off in 12th

Down 9 -2 after six innings, the Blue Jays completed their biggest comeback in four years when outfielder Teoscar Hernandez led off the bottom of the twelfth inning by depositing a 2-2 fastball from Tampa's Emilio Pagan 418 feet into center field. The blast was Hernandez's second home run of the night, as he went […]

Alex Dickerson (OF, SFG) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 16% of leagues ANALYSIS: Over the four years and 107 games in which he appeared as a San Diego Padre, 29-year-old outfielder Alex Dickerson was not terrible, but was less than impressive; slashing .250/.321/.459 over 312 plate-appearances, with 10 home runs, 39 RBI, and 40 runs scored. However, […]

Colin Moran (2B/3B, PIT) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 8% of Yahoo! leagues ANALYSIS: Colin Moran's quietly solid season continues, as the Pirates infielder is slashing a tidy .288/.329/.458 with 10 home runs and 56 RBI. His July numbers have been electric, as the left-hander is hitting .348/.371/.455 with a .826 OPS and 12 RBI. However, […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers: Week 17

Can you believe it's almost the end of July. I don't know about you all, but this summer has just been one giant blur to me. We've seen a lot of great performances out of this column, while others...let's just not think about them. It's time to crown a champion from the Week 15 list, […]

Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 18

August looms, which means that some owners will inevitably abandon their teams as they turn their attention to football season. This is less than ideal in many ways, but one benefit to those of us who follow through on our season-long commitment is that competition for waiver adds will be less fierce. We're not there […]

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 18

The season rolls on and fantasy managers need to continue analyzing their roster with an eye on categories instead of just adding any random player. This week the primary focus for outfield additions will be to maximize venues. Some might cause a little tingle of concern when you read their name. Don't be afraid. Do […]

Eric Sogard Traded To The Tampa Bay Rays

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Eric Sogard has been traded to the Tampa Bay Rays, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. The 33-year-old was enjoying a breakout season with the Blue Jays in 2019, recording a career-high 10 home runs to go along with 30 RBI, 45 runs, six steals, a .300 batting average, and an […]

Zac Gallen (SP, MIA) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickup

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 29% of leagues ANALYSIS: Even with a tough start against the Twins on the horizon, Miami Marlins rookie Zac Gallen should see his ownership jump coming off of a dominant start against the White Sox last week. Gallen shutout the Southsiders for seven innings on Wednesday, allowing only two […]

Anthony Santander (OF, BAL) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 31% of Yahoo! leagues ANALYSIS: Orioles center fielder Anthony Santander has taken over a starting job and ran with it. In 43 games, Santander is slashing .304/.344/.509 with eight home runs, 30 RBI and one stolen base. His 5.9% walk rate and 18.2% strikeout rate are right […]

Jason Heyward (OF, CHC) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 30% of Yahoo! leagues ANALYSIS:  Heyward has leveled back off in July, after posting a .389 wOBA in June. He’s still worth an add, though, as he remains in the middle of the Cubs lineup and has posted a .366 wOBA against righties with 13 home […]

Nate Lowe (1B, TB) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 16% of Yahoo! leagues ANALYSIS: Rays first baseman/designated hitter Nate Lowe's overall numbers are solid, but are still being bogged down by his less than stellar big league start. Since July 4, when he was last recalled from Triple-A, Lowe is slashing .300/.397/.660 with five home runs […]

Brad Peacock is Making Progress

Houston Astros pitcher Brad Peacock (shoulder) felt good after throwing a bullpen session on Sunday. The team will likely have Peacock throw a few more sessions before advancing him to the next stage in his rehab program. If everything goes well, Peacock could return by the middle of August. It's unclear whether or not he'll […]

Max Scherzer Could Start on Tuesday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (back) has a chance to make his next scheduled start against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. Scherzer continues to be sidelined due to a mild strain of his rhomboid muscle. He was able to go through a cardio workout on Sunday, so that's a good sign. However, it doesn't […]

Justin Smoak (1B, TOR) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 31% of Yahoo! leagues ANALYSIS:  Justin Smoak started the year as a man on fire, but fell victim to a .291 wOBA in June. He’s been back up to a .331 since the ASB, including four home runs in his last ten games. He’s much better against […]

Kevin Kiermaier Expected to Return Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (thumb) is expected to return from the injured list when first eligible on Wednesday. Kiermaier played through his first rehab game on Saturday without any issues. It sounds like he'll be set to return in the middle of next week, assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks. Guillermo Heredia will […]

James McCann Sits Out on Sunday

Chicago White Sox catcher James McCann (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. McCann has been a huge bright spot for the Sox this season. He'll receive a much-needed off day here, but should be back starting behind the plate next game. Welington Castillo will draw the start […]

Jose Abreu is Resting on Sunday

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. This will be a rare off day for the Cuban slugger, but he should be back in there next game. Eloy Jimenez will serve as the designated hitter and bat fifth versus righty Kyle […]

Kole Calhoun (OF, LAA) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 27% of Yahoo! leagues ANALYSIS:  Kole Calhoun posted a .312 wOBA over the first three months of the season. Since, he’s sporting a .418 wOBA and .342 ISO. He’s up to 23 home runs on the season and finally starting to match his peripherals with a .265 […]

Eddie Rosario is Absent on Sunday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Rosario is getting a normal rest day here, so he should be back in the lineup next game. Marwin Gonzalez will bat sixth and play left field versus righty Dylan Covey. Gonzalez isn't much of […]

Victor Robles Gets the Day Off

Washington Nationals outfielder Victor Robles (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Robles will get a routine day off here, so no injuries to worry about. Gerardo Parra will bat seventh and play center field versus righty Walker Buehler. Parra has been a solid option off the […]

Charlie Blackmon Sits Out Against Lefty

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. This appears to be a routine day off for Blackmon against the left-handed starter. Garrett Hampson will cover center field and bat ninth versus lefty Alex Wood. Hampson doesn't have much upside with the bat, and […]

Randal Grichuk Gets Day Off Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. This appears to be a routine day off for Grichuk, so he should be back in there soon. Eric Sogard will bat leadoff and cover right field versus righty Yonny Chirinos. Sogard has been […]

Avisail Garcia Remains Sidelined on Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Avisail Garcia (illness) remains sidelined for Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Garcia was removed from Saturday's game against the Jays due to an illness. The team is considering Garica day-to-day, so he shouldn't be sidelined for too long. Ji-Man Choi will bat leadoff and serve as the designated hitter […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The end of July means the final two months of the season are upon us, which rewards those who persist in their pursuit of greatness and punishes those who shirk their duties for fantasy football. Patience is a virtue, and that virtue pays dividends […]

CC Sabathia Placed on Injured List

New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia (knee) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Sabathia lands on the injured list for the second time this season due to right knee inflammation. He shouldn't be sidelined any longer than the 10 days, but his knee issues sound like they will continue to […]

Sergio Romo Acquired by Twins

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Sergio Romo has been traded to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for first baseman Lewin Diaz. Romo, righty Chris Vallimont, and a player to be named later are headed to Minnesota for Diaz. Romo has a 3.58 ERA with 17 saves this season, so he could be an interesting weapon for […]