Nick Williams Seems Guaranteed To Have Playing Time

Entering Spring Training, it appeared the Philadelphia Phillies would have a position battle in the outfield. Now, however, manager Gabe Kapler has announced his outfield rotation between four players, ensuring all will have playing time. This helps Nick Williams, who could’ve been the odd man out. The 24-year-old arrived last season over an 83-game stint, […]

Aaron Hicks Readies For Everyday Starting Job

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks is set to take over a famous position Thursday as he starts in center field for the franchise. The 28-year-old has command of the position, edging out Jacoby Ellsbury, as he’ll bat fifth on Opening Day in Toronto. Despite injuries, Hicks is coming off a career year that saw […]

Aaron Altherr Wraps Up Spring On High Note

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Aaron Altherr will head into the new season Thursday on a high note following a pleasing spring training. The 27-year-old hit .303 with four home runs and 11 RBI through 66 plate appearances. Altherr is envisioned as one of Philadelphia’s four outfielders alongside Nick Williams, Odubel Herrera and Rhys Hoskins. According to […]

Ryan Rua Draws the Start in Left on Opening Day

As expected, Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua will start in left field when they take the field against the defending World Series champions from Houston on Opening Day. As exciting as it must be for the 28-year-old, Rua is the dictionary definition of a replacement player and is simply keeping top prospect Willie Calhoun's seat […]

Magneuris Sierra Optioned To Triple-A

The Miami Marlins have optioned outfield prospect Magneuris Sierra to Triple-A New Orleans, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. Sierra, who came to the Marlins in the Marcell Ozuna trade, hit just .233 with three RBI and a stolen base this spring. The Marlins will start outfielders Lewis Brinson, Cameron Maybin, and Derek Dietrich when the […]

No Clear Signs Of Odubel Herrera’s Potential This Season

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera has enjoyed a 2016 All-Star season and a 2017 campaign containing inconsistency and leadership questions. Heading into the new season, he may no longer have to worry about leadership, as Rhys Hoskins appears a good candidate to take over that mantle. Perhaps this will relieve him of some pressure, along […]

Brett Gardner Readies For Veteran Role With Yankees

Arguably the fastest player in the starting lineup, the New York Yankees have once again placed Brett Gardner at the leadoff spot for Thursday’s Opening Day lineup. The 34-year-old is getting set for his 11th season in the majors coming off a career year. Last season, Gardner hit a personal-best 21 home runs, joining his […]

Alex Gordon Claims To Have Made Many Adjustments

Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon claims he's made an assortment of adjustments to his swing and approach at the plate during the offseason and spring session. That's a good thing, because Gordon was atrocious at the dish last year. The only reason he wasn't the worst hitter on the team was because shortstop Alcides Escobar […]

Jon Jay Officially Tagged To Lead Off

In an expected move, the Kansas City Royals revealed that outfielder Jon Jay will act as their leadoff man on Opening Day. Jay is basically useless in the fantasy sphere due to his rare combination of no speed or power. Six years ago, Jay stole 19 bases, but over the last three years, he's only […]

Trey Mancini Is Feeling Much Better

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini (hamstring) told the media that he could have played in Monday's game against Norfolk but sat it out as a precaution. He's going to be ready to go on Opening Day. Be ready to put him in your lineup and see if he can surpass his 2017 season.

Tommy Pham Posts Disappointing Spring Numbers

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham had a disappointing spring, posting a .220/.333/.373 slash line in 20 Grapefruit League games. He hit one home run and drove in five runs. Despite the pedestrian at best spring, Pham's breakout 2017 season cannot be ignored. He's one of the top options for fantasy outfielders beyond the top […]

Padres Trim Three From Roster Before Opening Day

San Diego Union-Tribune beat writer Jeff Sanders reports that San Diego Padres outfielder Travis Jankowski and relievers Phil Maton and Buddy Baumann did not make the Padres Opening Day roster. Jankowski was 8-for-41 (.195) at the plate with three home runs — his only extra-base hits — over 26 games this spring. Baumann had a […]

Gregory Polanco Batting Third in Pirates Opener

Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Gregory Polanco will bat third on Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers. Whether he sticks in that spot moving forward is unknown, as Starling Marte doesn't figure to hit sixth all season and some shuffling will occur once the team gets out of interleague play after this weekend. Regardless, Polanco should […]

Jose Pirela Finishes Spring Training as Padres Batting Average Leader

San Diego Padres outfielder Jose Pirela ended his spring with a .385 average — highest on the Padres — with three doubles, a triple and two home runs. He came into this spring looking to compete for a starting role, and he found it as he beat out Hunter Renfroe for the left field job. […]

Bradley Zimmer Struggles in Cactus League Play

Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer had a hard time in Cactus League play this spring, posting a slash line of .220/.304/.420 with three home runs and four RBI. Zimmer won't hit for a high average, but he has plenty of power and speed, which makes him an interesting fantasy asset in mixed leagues.

Rhys Hoskins Will Lead Philadelphia’s Four-Man Outfield

With four clear outfielders capable of starting, the Philadelphia Phillies will rotate Nick Williams, Aaron Altherr, Odubel Herrera and Rhys Hoskins, according to manager Gabe Kapler. His hope is to limit the starters to 145 games each, allowing them some rest. Hoskins is coming off his monstrous rookie stint with the Phillies last year, raising […]

Jason Kipnis Had an Excellent Spring

Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis had a very strong spring, slashing .346/.424/.769 in 19 Cactus League games. He also swatted six home runs and drove in 12 runs. Kipnis struggled for most of last season with inconsistency and injury issues, but he looks healthy this spring and might be ready to be back near […]

Boog Powell Makes 25-Man Roster, Dustin Fowler Gets Optioned

Oakland Athletics outfielder Boog Powell has made the 25-man roster, according to Julian McWilliams of The Athletic. He has won the starting job in center field, as Dustin Fowler was optioned down to Triple-A Nashville. Powell will have to do better than he did this spring to keep his spot on the roster, as he […]

Outfielders Returning from Injury - 2018 Undervalued ADP Targets

Getting tagged "injury prone" can mean a lot of things to fantasy owners. The floor for a guy sitting on the DL is just that: the floor. A big fat goose egg at a position of importance can crater a season, and the guys in this piece all contributed to their fair share of zeros […]

Aaron Judge Back To Familiar Spot

After spending a good portion of last season batting third and fifth, the New York Yankees slotted outfielder Aaron Judge in at second in the batting order and kept him there through the postseason. This year, it appears they’re convinced about keeping him there, as the reigning American League Rookie of the Year is set to […]

Nick Delmonico To Work Out Wednesday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Nick Delmonico (hamstring) plans to work out on Wednesday. Delmonico has been dealing with a hamstring issue over the past week and was held out of the lineup for precautionary reasons. Delmonico is expected to be ready for Opening Day.

Giancarlo Stanton Begins Season As DH

While New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton saw his share of time in the outfield this spring, the club has tabbed him to be the designated hitter for Thursday’s season opener. The reigning National League MVP will bat third in his New York Yankees debut as the team takes on the Toronto Blue Jays at […]

Hunter Pence Has Solid Spring

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence hit .314 with two home runs in 51 at-bats this spring. Pence played 134 games in 2017, which was his most since 2014. Pence was once one of the more underrated fantasy players, but injuries and age have slowed him down. Outside of very deep leagues, Pence can be […]

Justin Upton Stays Hot in Spring

Coming off a career-high 35 home runs and 109 RBI last season, Los Angeles Angels left fielder Justin Upton blasted three home runs this spring. Hitting in the heart of a very strong lineup in LA, Upton should be targeted very highly in fantasy drafts this season. He comes in 12th among outfielders in our […]

Kole Calhoun Completes Strong Spring

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun wrapped up a stellar spring, going 18-for-51 with three doubles, one home run and nine RBI. Calhoun's .353 average was nice, but he only drew two walks compared to 14 strikeouts. He has posted a walk rate over 10 percent the last two seasons, however, so this might […]

Albert Almora Has Rough Spring

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora has struggled this spring and will be the team’s fourth outfielder. Almora was in a competition with outfielder Ian Happ for the the center field job, but Happ was on a tear this spring and ran away with the job, while Almora hit .164 in 55 at-bats. Almora will still […]

Kris Bryant Headed For A Strong 2018 Campaign

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant had himself a very nice spring, hitting .366. Bryant only delivered one home run and three RBI in 41 at-bats, but fantasy owners should not be worried. Bryant had a "down" year in 2017 due to limited run production, but everything else was in line with his career numbers. […]

Eduardo Nunez Starts The Season With No Knee Concerns

Boston Red Sox utility player Eduardo Nunez feels more confident in his knee than he has all spring, according to Rob Bradford of WEEI. Nunez finished the spring with a .259 average, one stolen base attempt and zero extra-base hits. In the field, he had very few opportunities to test his injured knee. He does […]

J.D. Martinez's Success Is Dependent Upon Mental Preparation

Boston Red Sox outfielder J.D. Martinez says that his success at the plate is attributable more to the mental side than anything else, according to Logan Mullen of NESN.com. Martinez works on his craft daily and not just leading up to the game. He studies his at-bats after the game, as well as what opposing […]

Later-Age Fantasy Breakouts for 2018

Common wisdom used to suggest that a hitter’s true prime was his age-27 season, but in recent times that seems to have shifted to a younger age as more and more players break into the league earlier. That said, we’ve still seen our fair share of late breakouts over the last number of years, with […]