Statcast First-Half Underachievers (Hitters)

As the first half wraps up and we are left pondering who will flip the switch in the second half, it's only rational that we look at the players who have underachieved most. We've already seen examples of players who have started to turn their luck around (Danny Jansen anyone?), so there is definitely credence […]

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 15

We've reached the All-Star break and fantasy managers can now start analyzing their teams with an eye on categories instead of just adding any random player. This week the primary focus for outfield additions will be to maximize location, location, location. Some might cause a little tingle of concern when you read their name. Don't […]

The Cut List (Week 15) - Time to Let Go?

The All-Star Break will be here after today's games. For players who won't participate in the game on Tuesday, it's a chance to take a break from the grind for several days. And several players could use one, like perhaps the cut suggestions below. Despite the days off, there's nothing really about the break that […]

Buy or Sell: Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 15

Today's piece covers a set of players who either should not be available on waivers or will return back there soon. Most of the earlier editions of this recurring buy or sell article have included several universally owned players whose values have been manipulated enough by early season performances. Unfortunately, as we get deeper into the year, […]

Nick Markakis Batting .315 Over Last 30 Games

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis was 3-for-4 with an RBI during a 4-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Sunday. The 35-year-old has been getting on base at a steady clip over his last 30 games, slashing .315/.353/.486 with four home runs and 22 RBI. Markakis is a fantastic contact hitter with a keen eye […]

Lourdes Gurriel Goes Deep Again On Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel was 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during a 6-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon. The 25-year-old's resurgence this season has been nothing short of extraordinary. Over his past 30 games, Gurriel is slashing .336/.386/.697 with 12 HRs, 24 RBI, and 26 runs scored. His 25.2 […]

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 All-Star break is a unique time that stops the numbers from adding up and gives us a chance to reevaluate our squads in earnest. Or, perhaps it's your time to delete the fantasy apps from your phone and go on a brief retreat […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the Monday, July 8th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Nick Senzel Dealing With Sprained Ankle

Updating a previous report, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel has been diagnosed with a right ankle sprain. The rookie outfielder suffered the injury while slamming into the outfield wall trying to make a catch on Sunday against the Cleveland Indians. The injury was initially believed to be to his knee but the team learned more […]

Garrett Cooper (1B/OF, MIA) - Week 15 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 27% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Miami Marlins outfielder Garrett Cooper has become a mainstay in the heart of the team's lineup this year. He has a slash line of .306/.375/.473 with eight home runs and 31 RBI across 51 games on the season. He's shown a solid ability […]

Hunter Renfroe Ends First Half With Two Bangs

San Diego Padres outfielder Hunter Renfroe collected four hits including two homers in 16 at-bats over the weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 27-year-old slugger continued his breakout season by smashing dingers in consecutive days Friday and Saturday. He had a mere two singles on Sunday. Renfroe has now surpassed his career high with […]

Manuel Margot Knocks Two Homers Over Weekend

San Diego Padres outfielder Manuel Margot went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday’s victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Margot’s dinger was his second in consecutive days and he’s up to five on the season. With inconsistent playing time and a disappointing .242/.297/.371 slash, Margot has completely fallen off the radar. However, with […]

Shin-Soo Choo Exits With Ankle Soreness

Texas Rangers outfielder Shin-Soo Choo (ankle) left Sunday's game in the eighth inning with a sore ankle. Delino DeShields came in to pinch run for Choo after Choo reached base for the fourth time that afternoon. The move is considered precautionary and Choo should be ready to go after the All-Star break. Choo has been […]

Bryce Harper Stays Hot Vs Mets

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper went 2-for-5 with a run scored in a win over the Mets Sunday. Harper got off to a slow start but has been much better lately with a .333 batting average and a .593 slugging percentage since June 29. More importantly, since that time Harper has only struck out 15.4 […]

Jay Bruce Homers Twice

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Jay Bruce hit two home runs in a win over the Mets Sunday. Bruce added an RBI single to complete his big afternoon against his former team. Bruce has a .271 average with a .583 slugging percentage since being traded from Seattle on June 4 and shows no sign of slowing down. […]

Greg Allen Has a Monster Game on Sunday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Greg Allen had an all-around amazing game on Sunday, going 4-for-6 with three runs scored and two RBI. Allen had a home run, a triple, and two singles in this one, plus he made an outstanding catch in the outfield as well. It's been a struggle for Allen this season, but this […]

Josh Reddick Will Rest on Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick (rest) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. The 32-year-old has recorded 13 hits to go along with six RBI and scoring six runs over his past 12 games. Reddick is worth owning in mixed leagues for his production in a stacked lineup. George Springer will […]

Nick Senzel Exits Sunday's Game

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (knee) exited Sunday's game against the Indians with an apparent right knee injury. The 24-year-old banged his knee into the outfield wall while attempting to make a catch. Senzel initially stayed in the game but was eventually removed for precautionary reasons. Senzel has been productive for the Reds in his […]

Austin Meadows Sits Against Lefty

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. He's been slumping lately, so the Rays have decided to give him the weekend off. Avisail Garcia will cover right field and bat cleanup versus lefty James Paxton. Garcia hasn't done much with the […]

Justin Upton Won't Play Sunday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (quad) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Houston Astros. Upton hasn't played since Wednesday due to quad soreness. The Angels hope that Upton will be ready to play after the All-Star break. David Fletcher will bat leadoff and play left field versus righty Jose […]

Oscar Mercado is Out on Sunday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Oscar Mercado (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Mercado has struggled at the plate lately, so he'll get the day off to rest. Greg Allen will cover center field and bat second versus righty Tyler Mahle. Allen doesn't have enough upside to warrant ownership […]

Whit Merrifield Steals 100th Career Base

Kansas City Royals second baseman/outfielder Whit Merrifield hit a milestone on Saturday when he swiped his 100th career bag. Merrifield is the sixth-fastest Royal to reach the mark, doing so in just 474 games. Merrifield is riding an eight-game hitting streak into the final game before the All-Star break, and the steal bumped him up […]

Michael Brantley Returns on Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Brantley sat out on Friday due to a sore hamstring, but appears well enough to play here. Brantley will serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup versus lefty Jose Suarez. Brantley has been hitting […]

Michael Conforto is Out of the Lineup

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (back) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. It sounds like Conforto has been dealing with these back issues for some time now. The Mets are going to give him the day off to rest. Juan Lagares will cover center field and bat […]

Alex Gordon Still Owns Scherzer

Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon absolutely dominates Max Scherzer, and nobody knows why, not even Gordon himself. Gordon went 2-for-2 with a double and a walk against Scherzer on Saturday, compiling half the team's hits against the Cy Young winner, raising his career batting average to .390 against Scherzer. After the game, Gordo was […]

Andrew Benintendi Falls Home Run Shy Of The Cycle

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi notched four base hits, two runs scored, a run batted in, as well swiping his ninth base during Saturday's win over Detroit. He needed a home run to complete the cycle. Benintendi had sat out the previous two games to work on some adjustments at the plate and they […]

Corey Dickerson Sits Out on Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Corey Dickerson (groin) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Dickerson tweaked his groin on Saturday, so he'll sit out here. This sounds like a day-to-day issue, so Dickerson should avoid landing on the injured list. Bryan Reynolds will cover left field and bat second versus […]

Randal Grichuk is Sidelined Again

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk (back) remains out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Grichuk has been out of the lineup since Wednesday due to a stiff back. They expect him to be ready after the All-Star break. Eric Sogard will bat leadoff and play right field versus righty […]

Christian Yelich is Out on Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Brewers want to give their All-Star outfielder some extra rest. Ben Gamel will cover left field and bat seventh versus righty Joe Musgrove. Gamel doesn't have enough upside to use in DFS contests.

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the Sunday, July 7th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]