Cory Spangenberg Injures Wrist During Workout

AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports San Diego Padres infielder Cory Spangenberg jammed his wrist and will be out a "short period of time." Spangenberg was expected to compete with second baseman Carlos Asuaje for playing time at second base. His absence will open more opportunities for Jose Pirela, who will see action at second due to the […]

Craig Gentry Only Expects To Miss A Few More Days

According to Roch Kubatko of MASN, Baltimore Orioles outfielder Craig Gentry (hamstring) will only be out a few more days before resuming baseball activities. He said that his hamstring is much better. Gentry is hoping to make the team as a reserve outfielder and will only play a lot if a regular gets hurt and misses […]

Ben Revere In The Mix For A Bench Spot

Cincinnati Reds manager Bryan Price told reporters that recently-signed veteran outfielder Ben Revere is in the running for a spot with the club, but it will not be as a starter. Revere is in the mix for a reserve outfielder position, with Price stating, "Ben will compete to offer a component we may lack – […]

Austin Hays Will DH In Tuesday's Game

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (arm, lat), who was originally slated to play right field on Tuesday, will be the designated hitter. The purpose is for him to rest his sore arm/lat muscle for one more day. He should resume regular game duties on Wednesday.

Ben Zobrist Could Get Game Action This Week

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) could see some game action this week. Zobrist missed the beginning of spring training with back soreness, but in recent days has been on the field and even took some swings in the batting cage. The Cubs are taking it easy with the veteran, and he should be good […]

Yoenis Cespedes Should Return Friday

Updating a previous item, New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (shoulder) told the media he should return to the lineup on Friday. Cespedes is dealing with a minor bout of shoulder soreness, but as you can see, it’s not expected to keep him out very long. Unless we hear more about this injury or the lingering […]

Jay Bruce To Make Spring Debut On Tuesday

With some mild injuries creeping up for some members of the New York Mets, there’s a silver lining in that at least one of them is getting better. Outfielder Jay Bruce (foot) will make his spring training debut on Tuesday, serving as the designated hitter, when the Mets take on the Astros. Bruce has been out […]

Shoulder Soreness For Yoenis Cespedes

The New York Mets injuries continue, as outfielder Yoenis Cespedes is suffering from a mild bout of shoulder soreness. The key word here is “mild,” but when it comes to the Mets, you just never know. Since being acquired by the Mets in July 2015, Cespedes has always been, and still is, the key to […]

Adam Duvall (OF, CIN) - 2018 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers & Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target ~120 CURRENT ADP: 165 ANALYSIS: Cincinnati Reds outfielder Adam Duvall has emerged as one of the National League's better power hitters over the past two seasons. Duvall exploded on the scene with 33 homers in 2016 and followed that up with another 31 round-trippers this past year. The 29-year-old outfielder finished his 2017 campaign […]

ADP Myth Busters - Debunking Myths in the NL West

This series will attempt to help fantasy baseball owners make informed opinions on players whose ADP may not be in line with their value for the 2018 season. As fantasy owners, we can fall into a "group think" mentality and start to overlook certain teams and players. If we aren't careful, those ideas can turn […]

Top 500: Mixed Leagues Tiered Staff Rankings (February)

Spring training is officially here! To celebrate, today we are here to look at our staff's updated 2018 fantasy baseball mixed league rankings for February and the top 500 players. Our rankings are updated weekly, but enough changes have taken place recently (see humidor, Arizona) to release a new overall list. Over the next few weeks we will also be publishing individual tiered […]

Aaron Judge Set For Spring Debut

After undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder this offseason, New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was not ready for spring training when it began. However, the Rookie of the Year has been cleared to play and will start in right field against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. Judge has been taking live batting practice the […]

Clint Frazier Suffers Concussion

Although not noticed when it initially happened, New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier suffered a concussion on Saturday afternoon, banging his head against a wall in the outfield. The 23-year-old stated he was suffering from just a “slight headache” Monday and is expected to get back on the stationary bike and swing off a tee Tuesday. […]

Franchy Cordero Hits Second Homer Of Spring Training

San Diego Padres outfielder Franchy Cordero hit an inside-the-park home run on Monday. The Padres 12th-ranked prospect showed his coveted pop and speed combination by hitting one off the fence and racing around the bases to easily score. Cordero also homered on Saturday and has started spring training 3-for-8. The reigning Dominican Winter League MVP […]

Steven Souza Jr. Committed To Goals

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. is committed to certain goals in his first season with the team, according to Jody Jackson of Fox Sports Arizona. Continuing a method he first used in 2017, Souza will write down his goals that he hopes to achieve this season and stash them to review once the season […]

Trey Mancini Goes Deep For First Homer Of Spring in Loss

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini is looking to build on a solid first year. He's likely aiming to build on the stats from the previous year and power is one of those numbers. He connected for his first long ball of the Spring on Monday. It was a solo shot off Tigers starter Michael Fulmer and […]

J.D. Martinez's Contract Has Opt-Outs And Protection

Outfielder J.D. Martinez and the Boston Red Sox have officially signed the agreed-upon contract of five years and $110 million. According to Evan Drellich of NBC Sports Boston, the contract was delayed by a medical issue in 2017 -- a sprained Lisfranc ligament in right foot -- and he has three opt-outs as well as […]

Eloy Jimenez Slowed Down By Sore Knee

Chicago White Sox top prospect Eloy Jimenez (knee) will sit out Tuesday’s contest with a sore knee. Manager Rick Renteria revealed Monday they’re being cautious with the top prospect because of a sore left knee the right fielder incurred during a practice and aggravated during the game. Renteria mentioned that it is not “serious.” It’s good […]

Ichiro Suzuki Still Looking For MLB Job

Free-agent outfielder Ichiro Suzuki is still holding out for an MLB job in a group of veteran free-agent outfielders that includes Jayson Werth, Andre Ethier, Matt Holliday and others. Suzuki hasn't seriously considered returning to play in Japan yet. The 44-year-old future Hall of Famer is on his last legs after hitting .255/.318/.332 with three […]

Ben Zobrist Returns For Fielding Drills

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) was on the field Monday doing fielding drills. Zobrist missed the first few days of spring training with back stiffness and manager Joe Maddon has stated how he doesn’t want to push the veteran. Zobrist hit in the batting cages the other day and should be fine heading into 2018. […]

Craig Gentry Dealing With Left Hamstring Soreness

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Craig Gentry has soreness in his left hamstring and will miss a few games, according to Brittany Ghiroli of MLB.com. Gentry, who is really not a fantasy factor unless all the regular Orioles outfielders got hurt or fell into a sinkhole, is in camp on a Minor League deal as insurance. Only […]

Kyle Schwarber Sheds Knee Brace

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will no longer need to use a knee brace in the outfield. Schwarber is now a full year recovered from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee. Schwarber got off to a slow start in 2017, which included a stint in Triple-A. The slugger bounced back in the […]

Kris Bryant Scratched From Monday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (illness) was scratched from Monday’s lineup due to an illness. Bryant should be fine and remains one of the better and safer draft picks in 2018. Bryant should expect to see his run production improve this year and should return first-round value in fantasy leagues this year.

Champ or Chump - Corey Dickerson and Steven Souza Jr.

Traditionally, the Tampa Bay Rays operate in relative obscurity. That has changed this offseason, as trading away Evan Longoria, Jake Odorizzi, Corey Dickerson, and Steven Souza Jr. has led to allegations of "tanking" comparable to the Miami Marlins. The news that Brent Honeywell may require Tommy John surgery certainly doesn't help either. Despite appearances, the […]

Yoenis Cespedes Rankings Debate - Comparing RotoBaller's Rankers

Today's article is one in a series of debates regarding the overall ranking of some of the most fantasy-relevant players of the 2018 baseball season. RotoBaller's expert writers have come up with our consensus rankings for mixed leagues, but that doesn't mean we agreed on everything. In this space, we'll hear from rankers with the […]

Austin Hays Goes Hitless In First Spring Training Action In Loss To Boston

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays finally stepped into the batter's box after missing the past couple of games due to a sore lat. He went hitless with a walk as the designated hitter. He's considered a top prospect, so he'll get every chance to play his way onto the team. Hold off and see how […]

Ryan Raburn Scratched With Side Tightness

Washington Nationals outfielder Ryan Raburn (side) was scratched from the spring lineup for the second straight day Saturday with "left side tightness." Raburn said he hurt himself swinging in batting practice a few days ago, but he's not worried that it's a long-term injury. Raburn hit .261 with two home runs and six RBI in […]

Mitch Haniger To Be Held Out A Few Days

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (hand) will be held out of spring games for a few days due to a sore hand. The Mariners are just being extra cautious early in camp. Haniger only played in 96 games in 2017 due to various injuries, but when he was on the field, he played well, hitting […]

Hunter Pence Takes Batting Practice Saturday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (neck) took batting practice Saturday. Pence had been scratched from Friday’s game with a stiff neck but it appears he is better for now. Pence will play right field for the Giants this year but has seen his stock fall over the past few seasons due to injuries. Aside from […]

Ben Zobrist Feeling Better

Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports that Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) is feeling better. It’s good news for Zobrist, who was also seen hitting in the batting cages. The Cubs are taking it easy with the veteran and he should be good to go for Opening Day. However, Zobrist's fantasy stock has taken a hit, […]