Charlie Blackmon's Woes Continue

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon continues to be buried in the depths of an extended slump after going 0-for-5 on Thursday against the Giants. Over the last two weeks, Blackmon is hitting just .211 with a basement-level OPS of just .555. The crux of Blackmon's trouble seems to be that he's quit lifting the ball. […]

Steve Pearce Making Red Sox Debut, Batting Cleanup

The Boston Red Sox did not have to wait long to get Steve Pearce into their lineup. After acquiring the 35-year-old last night, Pearce will be starting at first base on Friday against the New York Yankees. Mitch Moreland will be on the bench. Pearce is in an enviable position as he is batting in […]

Whit Merrifield Possibly Going To MIL?

Kansas City Royals second baseman/outfielder Whit Merrifield is being inquired about by the Brewers, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. While KC is expected to be selling off any pieces they can this summer, Merrifield would likely be incredibly expensive since he's only 29 years old and still has three years of team control […]

Gregory Polanco On Fire In Recent Games

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco has been lighting up the scorebook in the past 10 days. He has a .458 batting average with three homers and six RBI during this span. Polanco is starting to live up to some of the pre-season expectations. If you can land him or have him on your bench, this […]

Ronald Acuna Back With Atlanta

According to his own Twitter account, Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. is back with the Atlanta Braves Friday. From RJ Stacy here at Rotoballer, "The 20-year-old phenom has been out since late May with a mild ACL sprain but will be back in the lineup Friday following their day off of Thursday." Acuna has […]

Carlos Gonzalez (OF, COL) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 36% of leagues ANALYSIS: Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez has a hit in 10 consecutive games that he has started, hitting a double on Wednesday and Thursday. He has 10 extra base hits this month (including two home runs), knocking in 10 runs, and scoring 18 […]

Gerardo Parra (OF, COL) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 24% of leagues ANALYSIS: Colorado Rockies outfielder Gerardo Parra had a five game hitting streak snapped in a pinch hit performance against the Dodgers on Friday, but still has a .368 batting average this month. Parra has four multi-hit games in his last 10 games and […]

Teoscar Hernandez (OF, TOR) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 37% of leagues ANALYSIS: Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez has hits in three of his last four games and now has a .283 batting average in June. He has also scored a run in three of his last six games and is up to 12 extra […]

Leonys Martin (OF, DET) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 22% of leagues ANALYSIS: Detroit Tigers outfielder Leonys Martin has fortified his spot atop a surprisingly strong Tigers offense, posting a hit in four of his last five games. Martin has five stolen bases without being caught stealing this month, adding 10 extra-base hits as well […]

Jurickson Profar (2B, 3B, SS, OF, TEX) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 45% of leagues ANALYSIS: Texas Rangers utility man Jurickson Profar has managed to find a way to stay in the Rangers lineup, even with the addition of Elvis Andrus off of the disabled list. While Profar was the shortstop in Texas with Andrus on the DL, Profar has […]

Joc Pederson (OF, LAD) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 28% of leagues ANALYSIS: Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson has regained his status as an elite power streamer, hitting two home runs this week. Pederson is now up to 10 home runs for the month of June, posting a .304 batting average in 63 plate appearances. Even […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (6/29/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

It appears to be a beautiful day across the country and we've got a lot of delightful pitching matchups that make this Main slate tonight very enticing. The Twins and Cubs unfortunately don't get to join the party as their first pitch time is at 5pm, but the other 14 games will be played under […]

Brandon Drury Expected To Be Called Up By Yankees On Friday

After absolutely raking in Triple-A, it would seem that the New York Yankees cannot deny Brandon Drury any longer. The team is expected to call up the versatile Drury on Friday, just in time for the start of their series with the Boston Red Sox. While down in the minors, Drury has batted .314 with […]

Week 14 Waiver Wire: H2H Category Streamers

I like to consider myself a pioneer of the streaming approach. I won a league about seven years ago completely ignoring saves and just stacking up the starts each week. While streaming is undoubtedly more directly associated with pitching, there's plenty of value in streaming for offense as well. Maybe you have a stacked roster […]

Eric Thames Plays Hero on Thursday

Brewers leadoff hitter Eric Thames hit the go-ahead home run in Thursday's game against Cincinnati. Thames smashed a three-run bomb in the top of the seventh inning to put the Brewers up by one. Milwaukee maintained the lead and went on to win the game behind powerful efforts from Thames and fellow slugger Jesus Aguilar. […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets For June 30

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. We're coming up on the halfway point of the season, but there's still plenty of options on the waiver wire to aid your championship quest. For those who are […]

Red Sox Acquire Steve Pearce from Blue Jays

The Boston Red Sox got the right-handed batter they were looking for on Thursday evening as they swung a deal to get first baseman/outfielder Steve Pearce from the Toronto Blue Jays. Boston also received cash considerations in the deal while they gave up minor-league infielder Santiago Espinal. The 23-year-old Espinal projects to be a utility […]

Christian Yelich Pulled From Thursday's Game

Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich has been removed from Thursday's game reportedly due to a sore back. Yelich grounded out in his first at-bat and was replaced by Keon Broxton in center field shortly after. He probably hurt his back on the swing which is concerning considering that he hurt his oblique after swinging earlier in […]

Scott Schebler is Out of the Lineup Thursday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Scott Schebler (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. It's a routine day off for Schebler who has been hitting well over the last couple of games. Adam Duvall, Billy Hamilton and Jesse Winker will cover the outfield against Brewers' righty Junior Guerra on Thursday. […]

Jonathan Villar Sitting on Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman/outfielder Jonathan Villar (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Brad Miller will draw the start at second base and bat sixth against Reds' righty Anthony DeSclafani. It's looking like a normal rest day for Villar who has started three straight games. Miller has not […]

Matt Adams Plans to Take Batting Practice Friday

Washington Nationals first baseman/outfielder Matt Adams (finger) plans to take batting practice with the team on Friday. Adams was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday after fracturing his left index finger. It's unclear how long Adams will be sidelined, but it appears he is progressing well so far. Adams is hitting .275/.351/.575 with 13 […]

Carlos Correa, Yuli Gurriel Both Out On Thursday

With Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (back) on the shelf and first baseman Yuli Gurriel on paternity leave, the team had to do some shuffling in their lineup for Thursday. Tyler White will start at first base and Marwin Gonzalez will start at shortstop. Brian McCann is back behind the plate to catch for Lance […]

Mike Trout Expected Back in the Outfield Friday

The Los Angeles Angels are hoping that outfielder Mike Trout (finger) will be able to play centerfield on Friday against Baltimore. Trout has been suffering from a sprained right index finger, although it has not kept him out of the lineup as he has been acting as the designated hitter for about a week. Still, […]

Carlos Gomez Back In Lineup For Rays On Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez will return to the lineup on Thursday against the defending champion Houston Astros. Gomez will play right field and bat eighth in the order, though he has struggled mightily this season and won't be a viable streamer on Thursday. Utilityman Daniel Robertson will sit while Joey Wendle plays second […]

Eduardo Nunez Sitting On Thursday Versus Angels

Boston Red Sox second baseman is not in the lineup Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Brock Holt will bat sixth and take his place at second base, though he is not a quality streamer for the matchup. The Sox are going with a balanced lineup of four righties and five lefties against […]

Bryce Harper Leading Off, Adam Eaton Sitting Thursday

Washington Nationals star outfielder Bryce Harper is back in the leadoff spot on Thursday against the Phillies for the first time in five games. Shortstop and resident speed demon Trea Turner will bat fifth. First baseman Daniel Murphy will bat cleanup. Adam Eaton will sit for the outing, with Harper, Juan Soto, and Michael A. […]

Kole Calhoun, Luis Valbuena Once Again Sit Vs. LHP

With the Los Angeles Angels facing a left-handed pitcher, both infielder Luis Valbuena and Kole Calhoun are out of the lineup. Both players have been in a strict platoon all season, so this isn't a huge surprise. With Zack Cozart done for the season, Valbuena will likely split time with rookie David Fletcher at third […]

Nicholas Castellanos Mashes 11th Homer of Season

Detroit Tigers outfielder Nicholas Castellanos went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's loss against the Oakland Athletics. Castellanos provided all of the offense that the Tigers could muster against Sean Manaea and company as they lost their ninth contest in a row. The big day raised Castellanos' season slash line to .310/.359/.514 with […]

Jose Peraza Batting Leadoff, Jesse Winker Back In Lineup

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza is leading off for the team on Thursday against the Milwaukee Brewers. He’s been shuffled around the lineup a lot as of late, but his .292 batting average the last seven days shows that he’s earned the move up. Outfielder Jesse Winker is also back in the lineup, batting sixth. […]

Aaron Altherr Sitting, Nick Williams Batting Fifth Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Aaron Altherr will sit on Thursday against the Washington Nationals. Taking his place and batting fifth in the lineup is outfielder Nick Williams, who had himself quite the game the last time he faced Tanner Roark (2-for-4 with three runs batted in). It’s the only change in the lineup and batting order […]