Didi Gregorius Stuffs The Stat Sheet Versus Pirates

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Didi Gregorius went 3-for-5 with three RBI and a run scored in a blowout win versus the Pirates on Sunday. The veteran shortstop needed a game like this as he reached base just once in his previous 16 plate appearances. Even after today's outburst, Gregorius is batting just .212 with a putrid […]

Aroldis Chapman Records 22nd Save

New York Yankees relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman picked up his 22nd save of the season in Sunday's win over the Marlins. Chapman fired 10 of 17 pitches for strikes, inducing three whiffs en route to a pair of strikeouts. The 33-year-old wasn't available during Saturday's game but has now converted each of his last six […]

Odubel Herrera Drives In Two Versus Pirates

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored to help the Phillies demolish the Pirates 15-4 on Sunday. Herrera had been struggling mightily, coming into this game he had just four hits in his last 26 at-bats as his batting average dipped to .234. Herrera was leading off at […]

Jean Segura Drives In Three Versus Bucs On Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Jean Segura went 2-for-4 with three RBI, a run scored, and a walk versus the Pirates on Sunday. Both of Segura's hits were doubles as the veteran infielder is now batting a healthy .308 while slugging .447, his highest mark since 2016. Segura has been great leading off for Philly thanks […]

Points League Pitchers: Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 19

We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best […]

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 19

We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best […]

Jordan Montgomery Pitches Five Solid Innings In No-Decision

New York Yankees starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery gave his team five strong innings in Sunday's no-decision against the Marlins. Montgomery held Miami to one run on just three hits while issuing one walk. The lefty struck out five while effectively utilizing his off-speed pitches, generating whiff rates of at least 38 percent on each of […]

J.T. Realmuto Goes Bananas Versus Pirates Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto had a huge game on Sunday afternoon to lead a 15-run outburst versus the hapless Pirates. Realmuto went 5-for-6 with four RBI, three runs scored, and a stolen base in his first 5-hit game as a Phillie. The 30-year-old backstop is having another strong season, slashing .268/.355/.446 with 11 homers, […]

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 19

We have completed another week of MLB action, and we have experienced more injuries, and most teams need more and more replacements. Not just injuries this past week, but one of the craziest trade deadlines we have ever seen. There are even more job opportunities with so many moving parts, and playing time opens up […]

1B and 3B Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 19

That was fun. The 2021 MLB trade deadline was the most active we have had in memory. Big names from across the sport changed teams. Contenders bolstered their expected playoff run; teams just trying to make it added necessary pieces; and a few squads pulled a hard reset. The latter is no fun for a […]

2B and SS Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 19

With a wild MLB trade deadline now in the rearview mirror, we've entered the stretch run of the 2021 season. By now you should have a clear sense of any weaknesses that need to be addressed on your roster. At this point in the year, we care less about the names and more about the […]

Catchers to Stream - Week 19 Waiver Wire

It's your resident catcher advocate here, with my weekly defense for baseball's most maligned position. Instead of giving into easy narratives about the lack of talent at the catcher position and how they're the kickers of fantasy baseball, I'm here to create a place where catchers are celebrated for how they can help our teams. […]

Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 19

Happy Independence Day, everybody! We are coming up on the All-Star break, but that doesn't mean it's a time to take a break from the waiver wire! There are still a ton of capable starting pitchers out for the taking, and you can never have too much good pitching. Lots of top prospects are being […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 19

Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat who […]

Chris Sale Strikes Out Seven In Rehab Outing

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) allowed one run on five hits and one walk while striking out seven over five innings of work in his fourth rehab start on Saturday while pitching for Triple-A Worcester. He's been electric during his rehab appearances, allowing just three runs on 15 hits and two walks […]

Adbert Alzolay Walks Four In No-Decision

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Adbert Alzolay went five innings in Sunday's no-decision versus the Washington Nationals. Alzolay allowed seven hits, four runs, four walks and struck out four on the afternoon. The young hurler got off to an impressive start this season, but he has struggled as the season has gone on and is 0-5 […]

Kyle Gibson Earns Win In Phillies Debut

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Kyle Gibson allowed two runs across 6 2/3 innings to earn the win Sunday in Pittsburgh. Gibson allowed five hits and two walks while striking out five in his first game since being traded to Philadelphia from Texas. The veteran hurler earned 14 swinging strikes on 113 pitches which bodes well […]

James Robinson Poised To Lead Jaguars RB Room

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year running back James Robinson is likely to "lead the [running back] room" according to SI's John Shipley. Robinson has the respect of new offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell after what he accomplished in his rookie year after going undrafted. Bevell had this to say about Robinson — "He is very physical and, you […]

Daron Payne Added To COVID-19 List

Washington Football Team defensive tackle Daron Payne was added to the COVID-19 list on Sunday. Payne is another member of an already crowded reserve list, as he joins six others after the first week of camp. This is a concerning development out of Washington, as they have been hit the hardest by COVID-19 throughout the […]

Mets Unlikely To Sign Kumar Rocker

The New York Mets are unlikely to sign their 2021 first round pick, pitcher Kumar Rocker, prior to Sunday's 5 p.m. ET deadline, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. After being hyped up last year as the potential No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 draft, Rocker dropped to No. 10 overall to the Mets, […]

Vladimir Gutierrez Picks Up Sixth Win

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Vladimir Gutierrez turned in an excellent outing in a 7-1 win over the New York Mets on Sunday. Gutierrez allowed just one run over seven innings while striking out four and walking two. He picked up the win to improve his record to 6-3, to go along with a 4.39 ERA, 1.36 […]

Rafael Ortega Hits Three Homers

Chicago Cubs outfielder Rafael Ortega went off in Sunday's contest versus the Washington Nationals. Ortega went 4-for-4 with a single, three home runs and five RBI. Ortega has been swinging a hot bat over the past month, but entered today's contest with just three homers on the season and six career homers. With the Cubs […]

Tyler Naquin Doubles Twice, Steals A Base

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tyler Naquin went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI, a steal, and two walks in a 7-1 win over the New York Mets on Sunday. Naquin drove in both of his runs with a ninth-inning double that gave the Reds their final two runs of the game. Naquin is hitting .247 with […]

Ryan Mountcastle Has Two Hits In Loss Sunday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman/outfielder Ryan Mountcastle went 2-for-4 with a double, one RBI and a run scored in a 6-2 loss to the Tigers on Sunday. He's been riding a hot streak over his last seven games, slashing .321/.367/.607 with two homers, four RBI and four runs scored in that span. It's been a great […]

Max Schrock Picks Up Five Hits On Sunday

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Max Schrock turned in an excellent outing in a 7-1 win over the New York Mets on Sunday. Schrock went 5-for-5 with a homer, three runs, and two RBI in the win. The 26-year-old filled in for Joey Votto on Sunday and he did his best Votto impersonation after the latter […]

Joey Wendle Isn't In Sunday's Lineup

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Joey Wendle isn't starting for the team on Sunday against the Boston Red Sox and right-handed starter Nick Pivetta. Wendle has been solid at the plate for both the Rays and fantasy managers so far in 2021, batting .281 with a .339 on-base percentage, seven home runs, and six stolen […]

Josh Harrison, Yan Gomes Making Oakland Debut Sunday

Oakland Athletics infielder Josh Harrison and catcher Yan Gomes are in the starting lineup on Sunday for their team debut after being acquired from the Nationals on Friday. Harrison is getting the start at second base and batting seventh against the Angels, while Gomes is starting behind the plate and hitting sixth in the order. […]

Randy Arozarena Not In Sunday's Lineup

Tampa Bay Rays outfielderRandy Arozarena isn't in the team's lineup as they get set to take on the Boston Red Sox on Sunday night. Arozarena has hit .257 with a .335 on-base percentage, 14 home runs, and 11 stolen bases in 415 plate appearances this season. It'll be Manuel Margot starting in left field and […]

Marcus Semien Hits 25th Homer

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Marcus Semien belted his 25th long ball of the season on Sunday, helping his club defeat the Royals 5-1. His two-run shot in the third inning came off Brad Keller to center field as he finished the game going 1-for-4. Since the top of the lineup was reshuffled last weekend […]

Jose Berrios Tosses Six-Shutout In Jays Debut

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios started off on a good note with his new club on Sunday, tossing six-scoreless frames in the team's 5-1 win over the Royals. The right-hander allowed five hits and one walk while striking out seven batters in the 95-pitch outing as he improved his record to 8-5 on […]