Luis Lara Scratched From Triple-A Lineup, is he Nearing an MLB Promotion?

Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara was scratched from the lineup with Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday, leading to speculation that he might be on his way up to the Brewers for his first major-league call-up. The 21-year-old Venezuelan, who is considered the team's No. 5 prospect per MLB Pipeline, came into Wednesday's tilt with the […]

Aaron Judge Out Again With Rib/Shoulder Injury

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (rib, shoulder) will miss a second straight start on Wednesday against the visiting Cleveland Guardians, according to MLB.com. Utility man Jose Caballero will make another start in right field in the Bronx and will bat sixth against Guardians right-hander Gavin Williams. Judge is currently considered day-to-day with a rib/shoulder […]

Samad Taylor Worth an Add After Impressive Start to Triple-A Season?

The San Diego Padres are calling up second baseman/outfielder Samad Taylor to the big leagues on Wednesday, according to Milb Central. Taylor will get the call from Triple-A El Paso to take the roster spot of veteran outfielder Nick Castellanos, who was designated for assignment. The 27-year-old will get the call to the big leagues […]

Lars Nootbaar Worth Stashing Ahead of Season Debut?

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar (heels), who is expected to come off the 60-day injured list to make his 2026 season debut on Friday against the division-rival Cincinnati Reds, hit his third minor-league home run on Wednesday in his 12th rehab game, per MLB reporter John Denton. Nootbaar had double heel surgery last October […]

Nick Castellanos Designated for Assignment by Padres

The San Diego Padres have designated outfielder Nick Castellanos for assignment on Wednesday and recalled utility man Samad Taylor from Triple-A El Paso. Castellanos, who signed a one-year deal with the Padres this offseason, has struggled in 2026, hitting just .191 with a .560 OPS, four home runs, and 20 RBI in 39 games. The […]

Giancarlo Stanton to Face Live Pitching on Wednesday

New York Yankees outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) will face live pitching on Wednesday, manager Aaron Boone told Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. Stanton, who has been slow to recover from a strained right calf, is making good progress of late and was also cleared to run last weekend. Still, a minor-league […]

Reds Send TJ Friedl to Triple-A

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Wednesday that they optioned outfielder TJ Friedl to Triple-A Louisville. Friedl has really struggled at the plate in 2026 in his sixth year in the big leagues with the Reds, slashing .179/.259/.256 with a career-worst .515 OPS, two home runs, six doubles, eight RBI, five steals, 15 runs scored, 13 […]

Noelvi Marte Returns to Big Leagues, Re-Entering Must-Roster Territory?

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Wednesday that they have called up third baseman/outfielder Noelvi Marte from Triple-A Louisville after a hot stretch at the plate in the minors. Marte was sent to the minors early this season after going 4-for-29 (.138) with two walks and 10 strikeouts. The 24-year-old Dominican has earned his way back […]

Joshua Baez On the Verge of MLB Debut Amid Incredible Power Surge

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Joshua Baez is enjoying a remarkable power surge at the Triple-A level and is now firmly on the radar for an immediate promotion to the major leagues. Over his last 18 games with Triple-A Memphis, the outfielder has launched nine home runs while carrying a .320/.400/.787 slash line with a […]

Is Max Clark Still the Top Hitting Prospect to Stash?

Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark has continued to hold his own during his first taste of Triple-A action. Over his last 18 contests with Toledo, the team's No. 1-ranked prospect has posted a strong .260/.365/.425 slash line with four doubles, one triple, two home runs, three stolen bases, and a 13:10 K:BB. Over his […]

Jose Altuve Expected to Take Live Batting Practice Soon

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (oblique) is expected to take live batting practice in the next day or two, manager Joe Espada told Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Once Altuve begins facing live pitching, he could return from the 10-day injured list rather quickly, as the 36-year-old Venezuelan veteran isn't expected to require […]

Ezequiel Duran Re-Emerging as a Must-Roster Fantasy Asset

Across 188 plate appearances so far in 2026, Texas Rangers utility man Ezequiel Duran is hitting .294/.348/.465 with four home runs, 32 RBI, 25 runs scored, and five stolen bases. The 27-year-old has drawn a walk in a career-best 8% of his plate appearances, and he's raised his hard-hit rate from 30.9% in 2025 to […]

With Return Nearing, Should Managers Stash Jordan Lawlar?

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder/outfielder Jordan Lawlar (wrist) has been rehabbing with the team's Complex League affiliate, but is poised to move his rehab to Triple-A Reno by the end of the week, according to manager Torey Lovullo. The former top prospect is 2-for-8 with a double, a 2:2 BB:K, and a steal through three rehab games. […]

MLB Prospect Debuts: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups and Rookie Stashes (Week 10)

Another week brings another wave of prospects getting their first taste of the major leagues. As we enter June, the initial excitement of the season has faded, and now it's time to buckle down and focus on winning your fantasy league. That's why it's important to stay proactive now by making the right pickups and […]

Is Jett Williams Still a Stash Candidate Amid Deep Slump at Triple-A?

Milwaukee Brewers infield/outfield prospect Jett Williams is in the midst of a really tough stretch at Triple-A Nashville, going 3-for-35 (.086) over his last nine games with zero extra-base hits. The Brewers' third-ranked prospect was hitting .256 on May 21, but has seen his average dip to .227 amid the slump. The former first-rounder still […]

Fantasy Baseball Breakouts or Fake Outs? Hitters Delivering Elite Results For Week 10

We've finally flipped the calendar to June! Who's who in Major League Baseball this year is starting to seem really clear, but that doesn't mean we can't get you another edition of Fantasy Baseball Hitter Breakouts or Fake Outs. Diamonds in the rough are always out there. While most are worth taking a chance on, […]

Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash (Redraft): Eric Cross' Rookie Rankings for Week 10

As the calendar flips to June, we are officially past the one-third mark of the major league season. These stash rankings look a lot different now than when the season started, as the last two months have given us a continuous flow of exciting prospect promotions. Some of those names have already made solid contributions […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Prospect Sleepers, Breakouts, Risers: Week 10

Welcome back to the Week 10 edition of our Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report for the 2026 MLB season, looking at dynasty prospect risers and fallers! Today, we'll take a look at some hot prospects in the minors, including James Tibbs III, Ryan Sloan, Josue De Paula, and more. We have officially turned the calendar […]

Spencer Jones Rolling Again at Triple-A, Nearing Return to the Majors?

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones is hitting the ball well again for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, collecting three multi-hit efforts in his last four contests, going 7-for-16 (.438) over that stretch with one home run, two steals, and a 4:4 BB:K. The Yankees' sixth-ranked prospect returned to minor league action on May 26 after a […]

Luis Lara a High-End Stash Option with Multi-Category Potential

Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara is just 1-for-9 in his last three games, but that hasn't stopped him from getting on base, as the Brewers' fifth-ranked prospect recorded four walks during that time, compared to just one strikeout -- a phenomenal trait he's been displaying all season at Triple-A Nashville. For the season, the […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (6/3/2026)

Welcome to another wild Wednesday, RotoBallers! Major League Baseball has four afternoon games and 11 games under the lights. With all 30 teams in action, it's a jam-packed day of wall-to-wall baseball, which sets up beautifully for home runs props! In this article, we'll focus on four home run spots that I think are strong […]

MLB DFS Picks for 6/3/26: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings

We have a split slate tonight with two extra games on FanDuel than on DraftKings. This does make a big difference because Payton Tolle on FanDuel is an elite play. We have been hot in these articles, nailing our hitter core plays yesterday with two home runs. Let's dig in tonight. If you have not […]

3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - James Tibbs III, Jesus Made, Jaxon Wiggins

Finding high-impact prospects can add a major boost to your fantasy team. Even through the opening two months, managers have seen many prospects earn the call and make a high-impact for fantasy like Henry Bolte (for speed upside) and A.J. Ewing. Below, we will look at three prospects who are showcasing elite upside, including a […]

Angel Martinez Back From Foot Injury on Tuesday

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Angel Martinez (foot) is starting in right field on Tuesday and will hit fifth against the hosting New York Yankees and right-hander Cam Schlittler in the Bronx, according to MLB.com. Martinez returns to the fold after suffering a right-foot strain during Saturday's contest versus the Boston Red Sox. The 24-year-old Dominican outfielder […]

Steven Kwan Activated and Starting in the Bronx on Tuesday

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan was activated from the bereavement list and is starting in left field and hitting seventh for the Guards in Tuesday's tilt in the Bronx against the New York Yankees and right-hander Cam Schlittler, according to MLB.com. It's the first time that Kwan will be active for Cleveland since he was […]

Chandler Simpson Back in Tuesday's Lineup Against Tigers

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson (mouth) is starting in left field and batting out of the leadoff spot on Tuesday versus the visiting Detroit Tigers and right-hander Jack Flaherty, per MLB.com. Simpson was pulled from the series opener on Monday in Tampa early with a busted lip when his helmet came off and hit […]

Maikel Garcia Still Bothered by Hamstring Injury

Kansas City Royals infielder/outfielder Maikel Garcia (hamstring) remains sidelined for Tuesday's contest on the road in Cincinnati against the Reds, according to MLB.com. Nick Loftin is making the start at the hot corner for KC and will bat sixth against Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott. Garcia is dealing with a strained right hamstring and will be […]

Dylan Crews Returns on Tuesday After Hand Injury

Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews (hand) is starting in right field and batting sixth for Tuesday's game in D.C. against the division-rival Miami Marlins and right-hander Lake Bachar, according to MLB.com. Crews will return to the Nationals' starting lineup after missing the last two games after he was hit by a pitch in Saturday's win […]

Ceddanne Rafaela Cleared From Back Injury

Boston Red Sox outfielder/second baseman Ceddanne Rafaela (back) is starting in center field and batting in the two-hole for Tuesday's series opener against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles and right-hander Shane Baz at Fenway Park, according to MLB.com. Rafaela is back in action after the BoSox scratched him from the lineup for Sunday's series finale against […]

Ramon Laureano Lands on Injured List With Hip Inflammation

The San Diego Padres placed outfielder Ramon Laureano (hip) on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to May 31) on Tuesday with right-hip inflammation, according to MLB.com. Laureano went 0-for-3 in Saturday's loss to the Washington Nationals and did not play on Sunday in the series finale. The Padres had an off day on Monday. The […]