Post-Hype Pitchers Set To Break Out For Fantasy Baseball (2024)
"Post-hype" has become a fancy buzz term across the fantasy industry over the years. Generally speaking, your model post-hype sleeper is a player who once carried high expectations but failed to deliver. These players tend to be in their second or third year, as they either began their careers as much-ballyhooed prospects and initially underperformed,... Read More
NHL DFS Picks and Heat Map (Premium Content) - March 24, 2024
All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Each night, we will be bringing you our award-winning NHL DFS Heat Map with expert research and picks for cash games and GPPs. Here are a few notes about the sheet: Blue means ELITE, Green means GO (good for the player), Yellow means value/supplemental... Read More
NASCAR Preview - 2024 COTA First Look, Track Analysis, Odds, Top Drivers
Lead RotoBaller NASCAR analyst Jordan McAbee previews the upcoming EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. Jordan analyzes the intricacies of COTA, digs into some track history, and previews which drivers could find success on this unique road course this weekend. You can go Premium and WIN MORE IN 2024 with RotoBaller's NASCAR... Read More
Two-Catcher Leagues: 3 Fantasy Baseball Catcher Draft Targets (2024)
When playing in two-catcher fantasy baseball leagues, your pre-draft strategy can significantly differ from one-catcher leagues. Instead of just highlighting a few names at the catcher position, you now have to double that just to ensure you draft two players you are comfortable with. Another caveat is how much you should push catchers up your... Read More
How To Play Fantasy Baseball? Rules, Formats, Scoring, Roster Management and More
The 2024 Major League Baseball season is almost here. Technically, it’s already underway with the Dodgers and Padres having played the two-game “Seoul Series.” It’s not too late to join a fantasy baseball league, though. If you are new to fantasy baseball, or trying to figure out if it’s your cup of tea, this is... Read More
ESPN H2H Fantasy Baseball Points League Primer: Bargains and Busts
Many different kinds of fantasy baseball leagues are calling to the wide variety of fantasy baseball players in the world. Analysis is done frequently for those playing in high-stakes leagues, and not for those playing in smaller, perhaps less competitive, leagues. While many fantasy players flock to snake drafts, many folks still play in points... Read More
EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix: DraftKings, FanDuel NASCAR Cup Series Daily Fantasy Lineup Picks
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to COTA this weekend, capping off an eventual weekend of action for the sanctioning body. On Saturday, both the Truck Series and Xfinity Series were on track in Austin. Last week at Bristol, we saw one of the most enjoyable strategy races in years, with Denny Hamlin saving his tires... Read More
Nick Mariano's Favorite Fantasy Baseball Picks and His Perfect Draft Using EDV
With most of my drafts in the books and one of the biggest draft weekends now here, it's time to combine the FSWA-award-nominated Expected Draft Values (EDV) series with a list of my most-targeted players. We'll explore some of the players that EDV says are premier buys before breaking down my hypothetical perfect draft and... Read More
4 Post-Hype Hitters Set to Break Out for Fantasy Baseball (2024)
"Post-hype" has become a fancy buzz term across the fantasy industry over the years. Generally speaking, your model post-hype sleeper is a player who once carried high expectations but failed to deliver. These players tend to be in their second or third year, as they either began their careers as much-ballyhooed prospects and initially underperformed,... Read More
Wide Receiver-Only 2024 NFL Mock Draft - Projected Landing Spots and Best Fantasy Football Fits
The 2024 NFL Draft is just a month away, and as the date gets closer, intel continues to pour in on where these prospects might end up. The NFL Combine has been completed, and several colleges have completed their pro days. We’ve even seen our first draft pick trade, with the Minnesota Vikings acquiring a... Read More
Statcast Review: xBA - Noteworthy Fantasy Baseball Over and Underachievers
So far this offseason, we've taken a look at hitters who improved their walk rates the most, those batters who increased their sweet spot% the most, potential stolen base contributors after pick 300, amongst other articles. This particular article will take yet another slice of the data to see what there is to see. For... Read More
11 Starting Pitcher Breakouts for Fantasy Baseball Drafts (2024)
Nothing gets fantasy players' ears perked like the word breakout. The issue is, that word can mean many different things to different players. For some, it means a player that will outlive their fantasy baseball ADP. But to me, that is more of a sleeper. If you draft a player in Round 12, and they... Read More
Starting Pitcher Stuff+ Improvers for Fantasy Baseball (2024)
At this time of year when fantasy baseball managers are preparing for drafts, it's wise to look at trends to see which players might be heading in a positive direction and which ones are on a downward path so that strategies are properly adjusted for these signals. If a player is on an upward trend... Read More
Free NBA Betting Picks and Best Bets (3/24/24)
Happy Sunday, RotoBallers! I'm back with NBA picks after taking a break on Saturday. Today, we have six games on the slate to start the final week of March. The playoffs are quickly approaching, and every team has around 10 games left in the regular season. On Friday, I rebounded nicely with a 2-1 record... Read More
Dynasty Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers - Free Agency Edition
The opening of the 2024 NFL free agency certainly did not disappoint. Many high-profile stars and dynasty-relevant players changed teams at the start of the new league year. One of the most intriguing aspects of playing in dynasty leagues is capitalizing on value fluctuations brought about by free agency, the NFL draft, and injuries. Let's... Read More
NFL Draft Team Needs for All NFC Teams After Free Agency (2024)
NFL free agency isn’t over, but many big-name players have signed a new contract. That means it’s time to focus on the 2024 NFL Draft. While some teams take the best player on the draft board regardless of position, others look to fill the holes on the roster. Free agency allowed NFL teams to fill... Read More
AL-Only League Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 375 for March Drafts
Hello RotoBallers! One of the biggest fantasy draft weekends of the year has officially arrived. Opening Day is Thursday and less than a week away. It's go time! For fantasy managers who still play in old-school leagues such as AL-only or NL-only formats, we've got you covered. Today, we will look at our 2024 AL-only... Read More
When is Kevin Gausman Coming Back? Fantasy Baseball Injury Return Update
The Blue Jay ace was a consensus top 5 pitcher entering the off-season but has seen his ADP drop since he was diagnosed with right arm fatigue earlier this off-season. However, the Blue Jay has begun to make significant progress in his recovery process and is making a case to return to the rotation much... Read More
CBB DFS: NCAA Tournament DraftKings Daily Fantasy College Basketball Picks - Today's Top Lineups (3/24/24)
The Sunday slate is about the same as the Saturday slate as far as tip times go. That's very unusual as far as the NCAA Tournament goes. It is usually heavy in the afternoon with all of the games done by early evening. I'm not complaining. We still have all eight games on the same... Read More
NL-Only League Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 375 for March Drafts
Hey, RotoBallers! We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings. The fantasy baseball offseason is in full swing, and we will constantly update rankings and articles until Opening Day. We recently published our AL-Only rankings article; now it's time to focus on the National League. For fantasy managers who still play in these old-school formats, we've... Read More
Top 125 Corner Infield Fantasy Baseball Rankings (March Updates)
Hey, Rotoballers! It's an exciting time for baseball, with Opening Day about a few days away. Fantasy baseball's offseason is in full swing, and we are back with more rankings articles to help you crush your leagues. Most NFBC and roto leagues require you to start one corner infielder (first base or third base). Today,... Read More
In-Tournament PGA Model - Round 4 Picks for The Valspar Championship (Premium Content)
All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I am excited to announce that I will be providing a premium spreadsheet that can be accessed through the link below. Here you will find updated stats for the particular tournament – all sortable and weighable when you make a copy of your... Read More
Circuit of the Americas DraftKings NASCAR Lineup Picks and Projections (Premium Content)
All other NASCAR Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We're on to race number six of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season, as the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix is set to take place on Sunday afternoon at Circuit of the Americas (COTA). This race track is relatively new to the series, as... Read More
When is Walker Buehler Coming Back? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update
Back in 2018, Walker Buehler began a stretch of dominance that included two All-Star appearances, a World Series title, and culminated with a 16-4 season in 2021 with a 2.47 ERA and 0.97 WHIP. In 2022, however, all of that momentum came to a screeching halt when he had to undergo the second Tommy John... Read More
Bargain Hunting For Hitters: Discounted Bats for Fantasy Baseball Drafts (2024)
Do you enjoy paying more for a product that is similar to another considerably cheaper product? Maybe you are the person who buys the name brand just because you have the extra money or some type of status that comes with it. That's not me. I shop at Aldi, where I bag my own groceries... Read More
Late-Round Fliers With Upside for 2024 Fantasy Baseball Drafts by Nick Mariano
This premium article is part of our 2024 Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hello, RotoBallers! Get that pickaxe ready as we... Read More
Top 40 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings for 2024 Drafts (Redraft Leagues)
We're now over halfway through spring training and plenty has happened since my initial 2024 rookie rankings several weeks ago. We have prospects charging hard for opening day jobs, others that have fallen off, and plenty more still digging for roles to open the season. In just the last few days, we had one of... Read More
Updated Third Base (3B) Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 70 for March Drafts
Here at RotoBaller we pride ourselves on bringing you all the latest fantasy baseball rankings and advice around the clock. And with that being said, below you'll find our team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball third base (3B) rankings. These third base rankings are brought to you by Nick Mariano, Brad Camara, Eric Cross, Ariel Cohen, and Kev Mahserejian. In... Read More
Updated First Base (1B) Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 75 for March Drafts
The peak of fantasy baseball draft season is upon us, and we're here as always to help you win big! Below you'll find our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball first base rankings. These first base rankings are brought to you by Nick Mariano, Brad Camara, Eric Cross, Ariel Cohen, and Kev Mahserejian. In case you were not... Read More