Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash (Redraft): Eric Cross' Rookie Rankings for Week 20

We're getting closer and closer to the 45-day mark from the end of the season, which means we likely start to see an uptick in prospect promotions in the next week or two, as Major League teams will be able to keep these prospects' rookie eligibility intact entering 2026. Does that mean we will finally […]

Alan Roden Diagnosed With Sprained Thumb

Minnesota Twins outfielder Alan Roden (thumb), who was scratched from Friday's lineup, has been diagnosed with a sprained left thumb ligament. There is no official word yet on whether or not he'll need to go on the injured list, but if he does, Austin Martin could be the beneficiary of more playing time. Roden was […]

Chandler Simpson Continues Stellar Run on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays outfield prospect Chandler Simpson went 3-for-5 with two RBI and two runs during their victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday evening. He also swiped a bag. In the sixth inning, Simpson ripped a two-run single, which scored Jake Mangum and Ha-Seong Kim. Over his last six contests, the 24-year-old has […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates - Hitters on the Rise to Target

During the first half of the fantasy baseball season, we have seen many stars emerge throughout all levels of the sport. In the major league, Nick Kurtz has become a bona fide top-3 dynasty first baseman, while Jacob Misiorowski has looked like a budding ace in Milwaukee. In this piece, we will look at a […]

3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Robby Snelling, Andrew Painter, Samuel Basallo

Fantasy managers should always keep a close eye on emerging prospects in the minor leagues, as they could provide your team with a significant boost when they earn a promotion. This season, many high-end pitching prospects earned the call and made a strong impact, like Logan Henderson or Chase Burns. On the hitting side, Nick Kurtz and Chandler Simpson are […]

3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Carson Benge, Bryce Eldridge, Nolan McLean

Targeting the right prospect can provide your team with a substantial boost in the second half of the season. During the first half, many high-impact prospects have gotten the call, such as Chase Burns and Nick Kurtz. In this piece, we will look at two rising stars in the Mets system and a budding power […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (8/16/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! Happy Saturday, the weekend is here, and it is time to relax. There is a full slate of baseball for us, and we have a nine-game slate on both sites to enjoy. Time to make some cash for the rest of the weekend and stack up for the upcoming NFL season! There […]

Colton Cowser Likely Returning on Sunday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (concussion) is expected to rejoin the team on Sunday, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Cowser is currently on the 7-day injured list due to a concussion. He has been eligible to return since Thursday, but needed a few extra days. Cowser figures to resume his starting role in left […]

Anthony Santander Begins Swinging the Bat

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (shoulder) has reportedly progressed to swinging from both sides of the plate. If everything goes well, Santander should work his way up to a hitting program and begin a rehab assignment. However, this progression is likely going to take weeks, so fantasy managers should be able to safely rule […]

George Springer Likely Returning on Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (concussion) appears to be on the verge of returning to the starting lineup. According to Arden Zwelling, Springer will serve as the designated hitter during Friday's game at Triple-A Buffalo. If everything goes well, Springer is expected to rejoin the Blue Jays on Saturday. Springer has been sidelined since […]

Dylan Crews Swipes Bag in First Game Post-Injury

Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews wasted little time to make an impact in his first game back in nearly three months. On Thursday, the former first overall pick went 1-for-3 with a stolen base and a 1:1 K:BB during their contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. Crews has been held out of action since May due […]

Colby Thomas Getting Another Start on Friday

Athletics outfield prospect Colby Thomas will get another start in center field on Friday evening when the Athletics face the Los Angeles Angels. Thomas has begun to heat up at the plate, and the team is rewarding their former third-round pick with more opportunities. Over his last five games, Thomas has been swinging a hot […]

Mike Tauchman Back in Action on Friday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Mike Tauchman (shoulder) is starting in right field and will bat seventh for Friday's series opener in Kansas City against the division-rival Royals and left-hander Noah Cameron. Tauchman did not play in Wednesday's series finale due to soreness in his right shoulder, but he's back in there to begin the weekend […]

Wyatt Langford Returns Against Blue Jays

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford (forearm) is starting in left field and will bat second in Friday's series opener against the hosting Toronto Blue Jays and right-hander Chris Bassitt. Forearm tightness kept Langford out of the series finale on Wednesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, but he's ready to roll after a scheduled day off on […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Back From the Injured List

The Atlanta Braves announced on Friday that they reinstated outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (calf) from the 10-day injured list and outrighted catcher Sandy Leon to Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding move. The Braves have yet to release their starting lineup for Friday's series opener in Cleveland against the Guardians, but we're fully expecting Acuna to […]

Max Clark Launches Home Run on Thursday

Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark went 2-for-4 with a home run and a stolen base during their contest against Double-A Chesapeake on Thursday evening. This game snapped a lengthy 19-game home run drought for the top outfield prospect in the Detroit system. During this 19-game power skid, Clark was still productive in the batter's […]

Luke Keaschall Busy in Thursday's Loss

Minnesota Twins second base prospect Luke Keaschall continued to stay productive on the scoreboard during their loss to the Detroit Tigers on Thursday. In this contest, the former second round pick went 1-for-5 with an RBI and a stolen base. He struck out twice. Keaschall knocked an RBI single in the third inning off Detroit […]

Dylan Beavers Racks Up Three Hits on Thursday

Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect Dylan Beavers continued to produce at a high level at Triple-A Norfolk on Thursday. Facing Jacksonville, Beavers went 3-for-5 at the plate with an RBI, two runs, and a stolen base. Since the start of the month (10 games), Beavers has held a strong .308/.460/.641 slash line with one double, four […]

Jorge Soler hasn't Resumed Baseball Activities

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler (back) still hasn't resumed baseball activities since he landed on the 10-day injured list on July 26 (retroactive to the 24th) with inflammation in his lower back. Soler has twice spent time on the IL with back problems during a difficult 2025 for the former All-Star, who has had […]

Blake Perkins Placed on Bereavement List

The Milwaukee Brewers have placed outfielder Blake Perkins (personal) on the bereavement list. Perkins will likely miss the Brewers' weekend series against the NL Central-rival Cincinnati Reds as a result. The 28-year-old sat out the first three-plus months of the season with shin and groin injuries, but he has drawn a good amount of playing […]

Top 25 Injured Players to Stash for Fantasy Baseball - Week 20 (2025)

Welcome back to another weekly update of Injured Players to Stash for Fantasy Baseball series as we head into Week 20 of the 2025 MLB season. Today, we provide you with the top 25 high-profile injured MLB players rostered in less than 65% of leagues worth stashing in your leagues, including names like Bryce Miller, […]

3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Bubba Chandler, J.J. Wetherholt, Kristian Campbell

Stashing highly-regarded prospects is a great way to secure league-winners for your fantasy team. If you were ahead of your league mates and stashed top first base prospect Nick Kurtz and pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski, you likely have been reaping the benefits. In this piece, we will look at three of the top prospects in […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (8/15/25)

TGIF! The weekend is upon us, RotoBallers, and with it comes not only full slates of baseball but also Week 2 of the NFL preseason, which is arguably the most enjoyable. Our staff will be working hard for you in ALL channels of the RotoBaller Discord, as you attempt to pad your bank accounts for […]

Hot MLB Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Baseball - August 2025

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're deep into the heart of August. The trade deadline has come and gone, and while MLB teams are ramping up for the postseason push, we should be keeping an eye on every club's minor league prospects, too. Monitoring the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads thus far is imperative. […]

5 Bargain Basement Hitters - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 20 (2025)

The dog days of summer roll on into the middle of August, which is crunch time for fantasy baseball managers. Whether you're pushing for a playoff spot, just fighting to stay out of the basement, or putting the finishing touches on your season of domination, some very important bats have emerged as good plays in […]

Fantasy Baseball Breakouts or Fake Outs? Hitters Delivering Elite Results - Part 13

We're onto the 13th edition of our Fantasy Hitter Breakouts or Fake Outs analysis. How much luck have the expected stats given you? Or is the number 13 less of a sign of luck and more of a sign of the gloominess and darkness that negative regression brings with it? Only time (and xwOBA, I […]

Lazaro Montes Breaks Out of Power Slump

Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Lazaro Montes was able to break out of his power slump on Thursday evening during their contest against Double-A Northwest Arkansas. In this contest, Montes went 2-for-4 at the plate with a round-tripper, two RBI, and a walk. Over his last nine games, Montes carried a low .176/.263/.206 line with one […]

Kevin Alcantara Stays Hot with Another Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara stayed hot at the plate on Thursday as he went 2-for-3 with a double and a home run in their contest against Worcester. Over his last six games, the No. 75-ranked prospect in baseball on MLB.com has posted an elite .261/.393/.739 slash line with two doubles and three home […]

Jhostynxon Garcia Snaps Skid with Three-Hit Night

Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia was able to snap his brief skid at Triple-A with a big showing on Thursday. Facing the Iowa Cubs, Garcia went 3-for-5 with a home run. Leading up to this game, Garcia went 0-for-11 over his last three contests at Worcester. However, before this slight bump, Garcia was […]

Denzel Clarke to Begin Triple-A Rehab Assignment on Friday

Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke (hip) is expected to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday. The 25-year-old rookie has been on the 10-day injured list with a right adductor strain since July 21. While Clarke is known for his defensive wizardry, he was on a hot streak at the plate before he […]