Daily Fantasy Baseball Analysis July 26: Seeing Reds

Seeing Reds Don’t look now, but the National League Central Division is turning into a three-team powerhouse. St. Louis has been good for what seems like forever; the Pirates have sailed through the first half in recent years, only to walk the plank in the second half with lackluster pitching; and the Cincinnati Reds have […]

Michael Wacha (SP, STL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: He’s just a rotation injury away from being recalled to the Cardinals rotation. Carlos Martinez was called up for bullpen work and would need to be stretched out again for a rotation spot, so Wacha is prepared to help fantasy owners if needed. Some good news for Wacha […]

MLB Lineups Advice for Daily Fantasy Baseball (Fanduel) - July 25, 2013

What is this, Christmas?  Another full day of baseball games!  This is GREAAAAAAAATTTTTTT. Pitching seems to be at a premium today, so I will have to recommend that you not pinch any pennies and go with a top guy whom you can bank on getting you a solid amount of points. As always, check the […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Analysis July 25: The Price is Right

The Price is Right After missing a month and a half, Tampa Bay Rays ace David Price has returned to the Cy Young-caliber pitcher we saw in 2012. In his five July starts since returning from the DL, Price has gone 4-1 with a 1.76 ERA over 41.0 innings pitched. Three of his five starts have been […]

Fantasy Baseball Prospect Primer: Second Half Rankings

After last week's All-Star Break, the Prospect Primer takes a special turn this week to look at the second-half prospect rankings and how they might help your fantasy team. Always vital, these players could provide an enticing spark when they're promoted, and supplement a championship-caliber fantasy team down the playoff stretch or help middle-of-the-road team […]

Christian Yelich (OF, MIA) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately ANALYSIS: The Marlins' most prized minor-league possession has finally been promoted. Making his long-awaited debut Tuesday Night against the Rockies, Yelich didn't waste time making his presence felt. He finished 3-4 with 2 RBI, singling in his first 3 major-league at-bats. An extra base-hit would have been nice, but it was […]

Three Fringe Waiver Picks for the Coming Weeks

In this piece, RotoBaller delves deeper into three players who are currently in our Daily Updated Waiver Wire Watch List that you should look to own over the next few weeks. These are fringe players, available on the waiver wire in many leagues, who could have an immediate impact on your team. If you invest a roster spot in […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Analysis July 24: Young-Gun Showcase

Young Guns on Display Across the Majors Tuesday night showcased some of the brightest young talent in all of baseball. In a season which has seen many rising stars flourish after being thrust into the bright lights, Tuesday’s action was a buffet-style serving of baseball's crop of adolescent aptitude. The Marlins may be in the […]

MLB Lineups Advice for Daily Fantasy Baseball (Fanduel) - July 24, 2013

It's Wednesday, my favorite day of the week!  We have games all day, as usual, and some nice matchups with some certified STUDS going tonight.  I love these STUDS so much, I'm going to do something I've never done before-- we do not have just one STUD of the day, we have seven!  As always, check weather and lineups […]

Mark Melancon (RP, PIT) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately ANALYSIS: In case you missed it, Pittsburgh's closer Jason Grilli left last night's game with a forearm injury. It didn't look good during the game, as he was in notiocable pain, and he didn't look happy at all after the game. Today he was placed in the DL, and it's being […]

Pedro Strop (RP, CHC) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: The set-up man is the leading candidate to earn the Cubs' closer role, if Kevin Gregg is dealt before the trade deadline. Rumors in recent weeks tabbed Blake Parker as a possible closer replacement, but his odds have worsened. Strop has been nothing short of brilliant since he […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Analysis July 23: Captain Cutch

Cutch Heating Up Andrew McCutchen is a no-doubt fantasy stud. Coming off a career year in 2012. he was highly regarded on draft day, and rightfully so. His .327 batting average with 31 homers, 96 RBI and 20 stolen bases were every fantasy owner’s dream last year. This season for Cutch has been a bit […]

Fantasy Baseball Advice: Three Up for Week Seventeen

With sixteen full weeks of the 2013 season in the books, today RotoBaller casts a critical eye on three players who are on the rise heading into Week 17: 1) Tim Lincecum (SP, SF): The resurgence of Timmy Lincecum is upon us. Fresh off a 148 pitch no-hitter, Lincecum has rebounded to look more and […]

RotoBaller Live Chat: Fantasy Baseball Advice (7/21) - Yelich, Hamilton, Call-Ups & More

The following are the transcripts from the RotoBaller Live Chat that took place on July 21st, 2013. Fellow RotoBaller Tyler Petagine talks fantasy baseball, waiver wire, trades and more with some RotoBaller.com readers. As always, you can get some LIVE quick hit advice in RotoBaller’s fantasy baseball advice chat room. Let’s win some leagues!   […]

Brad Ziegler (RP, ARI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately. ANALYSIS: Earlier in the week, we touted Ziegler as a deep league add. Today the Diamondbacks announced Brad Ziegler as the closer. If you're looking for saves, and he's still available in your league, pick him up immediately. Ziegler picked up his 4th save of the season last night, and is […]

Brian Roberts (2B, BAL)

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues (AL Only Must Add) ANALYSIS: Look we aren't saying that this old and moldy veteran second baseman is going to be your savior, but with the way middle infield looks these days around the big leagues as a result of injuries and too many AAAA players in starting roles […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Analysis July 22: No Room for Puig?

The Storyline The Dodgers had injury problems; big ones. Kemp was on the DL with a never ending saga of shoulder and hamstring issues, Carl Crawford was dealing with similar nagging injuries and Andre Ethier was in the doghouse. Then...a ray of hope rookie sensation came out of the gates like a Kentucky Derby prize […]

Marlon Byrd (OF, NYM) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: OK, Byrd's hotness has gotten a little ridiculous, and he's practically begging to be picked up in all deep leagues. He's 5-for-his-last-12 with 2 HR, 5 RBI and 3 R. Over the last 2 weeks, Byrd is the NUMBER ONE player in the Yahoo! game, with a .350-4-14-9 […]

Kelly Johnson (2B, 3B, OF, TB) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: Johnson has gotten hot again, and Kelly Johnson's hotness begs your attention. He is 8-for-12 over his last 3 games, with 2 HR, a double, 2 RBI and 5 R. Johnson was scorching earlier in the year and was 10-team mixed league worthy, and he could be at […]

Fantasy Baseball Daily League Analysis (July 22, 2013)

Monday, July 22 brings us a full plate of fantasy baseball daily league options, with only two teams getting the day off and the other 28 all in action under the lights in 14 games across the country. Everyday here on rotoballer.com you can find plenty of fantasy baseball advice, and check out my daily picks […]

Chris Archer (SP, TB) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately ANALYSIS: Last week we recommended to add Chris Archer in deeper leagues based on his hot streak at the time. Today Archer threw another gem, against the potent Blue Jays lineup, giving up just 1 ER over 7 IP to get the win. His season ERA is now at 2.76, along […]

Wily Peralta (SP, MIL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately ANALYSIS: Don't flinch-- we just told you to add Wily Peralta immediately if not sooner (in all leagues, while you are at it). He is finally starting to pitch like the dominant player that he was projected to be, but as with all young bucks, there is a steep learning curve […]

Chris Colabello (OF, MIN) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Continue Scouting ANALYSIS: The 29-year-old rookie has been promoted for the for the fourth time this season. He's a big guy (6-4, 218), best known in the minors for his power-hitting abilities. This season, Colabello has torn the cover off the ball during his time playing for Triple-A Rochester: .314 BA, 76 RBI […]

Matt Adams (1B, STL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues. ANALYSIS: WIth Matt Holliday the latest victim in the rash of hamstring injuries that has hit the majors, his visit to the DL opens up some playing time for Matt Adams at 1B as Allen Craig will shift into the outfield. Adams is hitting .309 with seven HR in […]

Fantasy Baseball Daily League Analysis (July 21, 2013)

Sunday Funday! We've got a full slate of games as usual, and this Sunday has got it all!  We are here to give you some of our favorite picks and analysis for MLB daily leagues. There are at least five legitimate aces taking the mound, as well as some anti-aces that were going to target for some […]

RotoBaller Presents: Hitters to Target in the Second Half

Today we're going to take a look at some offensive candidates to turn it around in the second half. Each of these guys has underperformed to some degree, and might represent a really nice buy-low opportunity if his owner is frustrated with the lack of production. Billy Butler, 1B/DH (KC) First-half statistics: .271/.371/.402, 8 HR, […]

Rex Brothers (RP, COL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately. ANALYSIS: Rafael Betancourt was placed the DL today, retroactive to 7/15. It doesn't sound like he will miss much more time than needed, but Rex Brothers will serve as the fill-in closer until Betancourt is back. Brothers has put up elite numbers this year, with a 1.11 ERA / 1.16 WHIP […]

Juan Francisco (1B, 3B, MIL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: We already know that esteemed and highly official RotoBaller Editor In Chief @JiffyKlein (Junkay) recently told you to "continue scouting" the big slugger, but last night Juan Francisco blasted his 12th home run of the season and he just continues to rake against the right handed split and […]

Andre Ethier (OF, LA) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In Deep Leagues (Immediately if not sooner) ANALYSIS: The platoon prone outfielder has really picked his game up in the month of July, hitting .360 (18-for-50) with 1 bomb and 5 RBI. With Matt Kemp due to return to the lineup at some point soon, it will be interesting to see how […]

Felix Doubrount (SP, BOS) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately ANALYSIS: Doubront was nasty again last night vs. the Yankees going 6.1 IP with 5 K, the W, and just 6 baserunners and 1 ER allowed. Just to summarize, this marks 10 straight starts in which Doubront hasn't allowed more than 3 ER, and in 8 of those 10 he's allowed […]