Riley Adams Back In Action On Monday

Washington Nationals catcher Riley Adams (wrist) is back in the Grapefruit League lineup on Monday against the division-rival Miami Marlins, doing the catching and batting eighth. Adams was hit by a pitch recently in spring training, which resulted in a sore wrist and caused him to sit out for a few days, but he's back […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Impressing In Live Batting Practice

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) still doesn't have a firm timetable on when he'll return from surgery to fix a torn ACL he suffered last year, but he has been impressing this spring with his performances in live batting practice, according to MLB.com's Mark Bowman. "He's probably as strong as he's ever been," […]

Gerrit Cole Meeting With Dr. Neal ElAttrache On Monday

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) is in Los Angeles on Monday to meet with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, according to manager Aaron Boone. Cole is seeking a second opinion after it was reported on Sunday evening that he has been recommended to undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. While nothing is […]

13 Breakout Pitchers For Fantasy Baseball Drafts

Say the word breakout and fantasy players' ears everywhere perk up. Everyone is in chase of a player that will greatly outlive the price you pay to get them. That to me is the biggest difference between a sleeper and a breakout. A sleeper may outlive their ADP by a couple of rounds, but a […]

Clarke Schmidt To Make Grapefruit League Debut On Tuesday

New York Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt (back) is set to make his Grapefruit League debut on Tuesday against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles. The Yankees have been slow-playing Schmidt in spring training due to a minor back injury, but as long as he avoids any setbacks once he gets into game action, he'll have a shot […]

Starling Marte Serving As DH On Monday In Spring Debut

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (knee) is serving as the designated hitter and batting sixth on Monday in the Grapefruit League game against the St. Louis Cardinals. It is the spring training debut for the aging Marte, who hadn't played until this point due to soreness in his right knee. If the 36-year-old can […]

Reds Send Noelvi Marte To Triple-A

The Cincinnati Reds optioned infielder Noelvi Marte to Triple-A Louisville on Monday, according to the team. In addition to Marte, the Reds optioned infielder/outfielder Tyler Callihan, outfielder Rece Hinds and right-handers Connor Phillips and Yosver Zulueta to Louisville and reassigned infielder Sal Stewart to minor-league camp. Marte, 23, is the biggest name of the bunch, […]

Blue Jays Agree With Dillon Tate

The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to an undisclosed major-league deal with free-agent right-handed reliever Dillon Tate on Monday, sources tell Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling. The deal is pending a physical. Tate returns to the Jays after they claimed him off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles last September and called him up to the big leagues later […]

Erik Swanson To Meet With Doctor On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays right-handed reliever Erik Swanson (elbow, forearm), who has been dealing with elbow and forearm discomfort in camp, has an in-person meeting with Dr. Keith Meister in Texas on Thursday. Manager John Schneider said Swanson is going to see Meister due to the issues "being a little bit of a recurring theme. Wanting […]

Daulton Varsho Truly Day-To-Day

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider played catch with outfielder Daulton Varsho (shoulder) in camp on Sunday at 90 to 100 feet and called it "probably the best he's felt." "The next step is feeling that way when he's back to 120, 150, 175. We'll see when he gets there," Schneider said. Opening Day is […]

Emmanuel Rodriguez Sent To Minor-League Camp

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez (ankle) was assigned to minor-league camp on Sunday. The 22-year-old has been dealing with an ankle sprain and will begin his 2025 season in the minor leagues. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he was able to take live batting practice earlier in the week. If […]

Alan Roden Flashing Power In Grapefruit League

Toronto Blue Jays outfield prospect Alan Roden has gone 7-for-16 with two doubles and two round-trippers during his first 11 spring training games. Roden has tallied three RBI with five walks and has yet to strike out. Roden is currently competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster. However, given the depth in the […]

Jackson Jobe Allows One Hit In Latest Spring Outing

Detroit Tigers starting pitching prospect Jackson Jobe enjoyed another strong showing on Saturday afternoon. Jobe got the starting nod and tossed three 2/3 innings of one-hit ball. He allowed two walks and added a punchout without allowing a run. Jobe allowed two runs in his first two innings at camp but has gone on to […]

Top Texas Rangers Prospects: MLB Power Rankings

The Texas Rangers are in contention mode, but they have done a great job building the farm system as well. The Rangers scout well and their scouting of international players is exceptional. Today, we will cover the Texas Rangers' top 10 prospects heading into the 2025 season as part of the MLB Prospect Rankings For […]

Cade Horton Makes Spring Debut

Chicago Cubs starting pitching prospect Cade Horton (shoulder) made his spring debut on Saturday afternoon. Horton tossed one inning of one-run ball. He allowed one hit (a home run) and tallied one punchout. The 23-year-old missed the entire second half of the 2024 season due to a Grade 2 right subscapularis strain. The Cubs were […]

Chase Dollander Stumbles In Latest Outing

Colorado Rockies starting pitching prospect Chase Dollander allowed two hits and five earned runs across 1 2/3 innings in his latest spring start. He allowed four free passes and tallied just one punchout. Through 6 2/3 innings in spring training, the budding ace has held a 12.15 ERA with a 1.80 WHIP. He has served […]

Five Outfield Breakout Candidates for Fantasy Baseball (2025) - National League

Welcome back to our series about fantasy baseball breakouts, today looking at NL outfielders. You can check out my breakout outfielders from the AL as well. With fantasy baseball drafts heating up, it's important to have a list of draft targets that are breakout candidates for this year, including younger players with upside who may […]

Cam Collier To Undergo Thumb Surgery

Cincinnati Reds third base prospect Cam Collier (thumb) is set to undergo surgery on his thumb. The 20-year-old is expected to resume hitting in approximately 4-to-6 weeks. The former 18th overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft was recently assigned to minor-league camp. However, with this operation, he will have a delayed start to his […]

First Base Fantasy Baseball Value Picks - John Laghezza's Points League Targets (2025)

It's my second assignment at RotoBaller and still just as excited to be here with my people, covering my first fantasy love — points leagues. I can't even remember how long ago my high-stakes, head-to-head CBS home league started but it's safe to say the players we drafted in the first round have long since […]

Yency Almonte Could Contend For Bullpen Role

Chicago Cubs right-handed pitcher Yency Almonte (shoulder) could contend for a role in the bullpen during the 2025 season. Earlier in the offseason, the Cubs signed Almonte to a minor-league contract. Almonte at first elected free agency but returned to his former club. The Cubs initially acquired Almonte in the Michael Busch trade last winter. […]

Matt Strahm Dealing With Sore Shoulder

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Matt Strahm (shoulder) is dealing with soreness in his shoulder. He has not taken the mound since Wednesday and his velocity was slightly down. The southpaw went for testing, the results came back clean. Manager Rob Thompson noted that there is "nothing wrong" and the team will give him a few […]

Five Outfield Breakout Candidates for Fantasy Baseball (2025) - American League

To succeed in fantasy baseball, it is usually essential to take risks on young players who have shown upside before but have yet to put it together over a consistent period. While it may seem risky to select a player who has yet to reach their full potential, especially early in your drafts, you could […]

Trayce Thompson Dominating In Grapefruit League

Boston Red Sox outfielder Trayce Thompson has been one of the top performing players in the Grapefruit League. Through 11 games, Thompson has gone 9-for-23 with two doubles and six home runs. He has tallied 12 RBI, swiped three bags and held a 6:7 BB:K ratio. His home run total is the most in all […]

Zach Brzykcy Has Left-Leg Injury

Washington right-handed pitching prospect Zach Brzykcy (leg) is dealing with a left leg injury that affects him when he lands. Brzykcy has begun throwing bullpens and is viewed as day-to-day. Brzykcy has not appeared in a spring training contest since February 25. Fantasy managers should expect Brzykcy to continue to increase his workload. Seeing him […]

Wade Meckler Exits With Undisclosed Injury

San Francisco Giants outfielder Wade Meckler (undisclosed) exited Sunday's contest with an undisclosed injury. Meckler was removed in the opening frame of the contest. He grounded out in his lone at-bat. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team did not provide an update on his injury after the game. Meckler made […]

Jose Herrera Exits Early On Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Jose Herrera (wrist) exited Sunday's contest early due to right wrist soreness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during the week in case he suffered a serious injury. The 28-year-old is currently competing for the No. 2 catcher role behind Gabriel Moreno. Last season, Herrera posted a .227/.290/.320 slash line […]

Tomoyuki Sugano Strong Again, Strikes Out Five In Three Innings

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano dazzled for three innings in Sunday's 4-3 Grapefruit League win over the Twins, allowing no runs, hits, or walks in the contest while striking out five of the nine batters he faced. That makes seven scoreless innings for the righty this spring, allowing four hits thus far with a […]

Kyle Tucker Hits First Cactus League Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker finally collected his first hit of the spring season on Sunday, a solo home run in the third inning of an 8-6 Cactus League loss to the Giants. The left-handed hitter flied out in his only other at-bat during the contest. That brings his spring batting average to .048, now […]

Clay Holmes Strikes Out Eight In Grapefruit League Win

New York Mets starting pitcher Clay Holmes impressed on Sunday, striking out eight batters in 3 2/3 innings of work, allowing zero runs on just one hit and three walks in a 7-6 Grapefruit League win over the Nationals. The righty has yet to allow a run this spring in 11 innings, yielding a total […]

Matt Manning Optioned To Triple-A Toledo

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matt Manning was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Sunday following a spring in which he allowed eight earned runs on 10 hits and eight walks while striking out six batters in six innings of work. The former ninth-overall draft pick spent most of 2024 at Triple-A but made five starts for […]