Brewers Expecting "Bad News" on Christian Yelich

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy said that the organization is "most likely to get some bad news" regarding the injury status of designated hitter Christian Yelich (hamstring), according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Yelich is being evaluated after exiting Sunday's game early. While medical testing is presumably ongoing, the fact that Murphy publicly expressed pessimism […]

Sam Antonacci Not Guaranteed to Earn a Promotion Yet?

The Chicago White Sox have not yet decided to promote utility prospect Sam Antonacci from the minors, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. This update conflicts with a previous report from Elijah Evans of Just Baseball, who said that Antonacci would be called up on Tuesday. There has been plenty of confusion about […]

Christian Yelich Exits with Hamstring Tightness

Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich (hamstring) exited Sunday's game early due to left hamstring tightness, according to an announcement from the team. He was 0-for-2 at the time of his departure, and he was replaced in the lineup by Gary Sanchez. Yelich will presumably undergo additional testing to determine the severity of his injury […]

Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3 Fantasy Baseball (2026)

With another week of MLB action in the books, it's time to look towards the waiver wire and identify our must-add players ahead of Week 3 of the fantasy baseball season. This week, we have a potential breakout catcher who is finding his footing in the big leagues and a former first-round pick who is […]

Tyler O'Neill Placed on Injured List Due to Concussion

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (concussion) has been placed on the 7-day concussion injured list, per Jake Rill of MLB.com. The Orioles recalled outfielder Johnathon Rodriguez from Triple-A Norfolk to take O'Neill's place on the active roster. Across 34 plate appearances this season before getting injured, O'Neill hit .241/.353/.345 with one home run, four RBI, […]

Tyler O'Neill Remains Sidelined on Sunday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (illness) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest against the San Francisco Giants. The veteran outfielder hasn't played since last Wednesday, when he went 1-for-2 with a walk and run. For the second consecutive day, Colton Cowser will start in his absence, batting seventh and playing left field. […]

George Springer Placed on 10-Day Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (toe) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. In a corresponding move, Eloy Jimenez was selected to the major league roster. Springer fractured his left great toe while fouling a ball off his foot on Saturday. His absence leaves a major void, as he had led off […]

Giancarlo Stanton Not in the Lineup on Sunday

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. In his absence, Aaron Judge will be the designated hitter while Randal Grichuk starts in right field. Stanton's power output has declined this season, as he's hit just one home run through 54 plate […]

Points League Hitters: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3 (April 13 - April 19)

Welcome, RotoBallers, to our H2H points fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for hitters for Week 3 of the 2026 season. These fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups are for the week of April 13 - April 19, looking at players below ~50 percent rostered on ESPN or Yahoo points leagues. We'll be doing this points league […]

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups: Hitters and Pitchers (Week 3)

The first two weeks of the major league season have flown by. We need to remember that fantasy baseball is a marathon, not a sprint, especially when it comes to the waiver wire. Don't put yourself in a situation where you don't have many moves or FAAB left near the end of the season. But […]

Top-5 Hitter Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash For Week 3 - Redraft Leagues (2026)

We're into the third week of the 2026 MLB season. As always, it's important to think about which hitting prospects to stash. Finding a young gem can bring more upside to your fantasy baseball teams. I've dug a bit deeper for this week's article once again, so if your league is more shallow, just add […]

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Hitters - Category Boosters for HR, SB, RBI, AVG, Runs (Week 2)

Welcome back to our Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Hitters - Category Boosters column for Week 2 of the 2026 MLB season. As always, week one has had its fair share of interesting moments to start the season. The reality of cold starts for many hitters, coupled with covering your injury needs, leads you to an […]

Sam Antonacci Slated to Make MLB Debut on Tuesday

Chicago White Sox infield/outfield prospect Sam Antonacci is slated to be promoted to the MLB roster ahead of their contest on Tuesday, according to Elijah Evans of Just Baseball Media. Antonacci is currently ranked as the No. 9 overall prospect in the team's system on MLB.com. In the 2025 campaign, Antonacci spent his time at […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (4/12/2026)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! It has been a solid week for home runs, so I think we cap it off with an all-day slate of Sunday baseball. There are some great matchups involving the weather and some questionable pitching. Hope everyone has a great Sunday, and let's cash some dingers! We have four home runs on […]

5 Injured Players to Stash - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3 (2026)

As the current week of the fantasy baseball season draws down, it is time to get waiver claims in place. The Week 3 iteration of Five Injured Players To Stash is here to highlight a few options that are currently on the injured list but have potential to help your fantasy baseball team down the […]

Hitter Fantasy Baseball Breakouts - Risers to Watch and Waiver Wire Outlooks (Week 3)

Welcome back to my Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters article for Week 3 of the 2026 MLB regular season. The focus of this article is to highlight players who could be on the verge of a breakout, citing current active hitting streaks along with recent leaders in batting average, isolated power (ISO), stolen bases, and more. […]

Mickey Moniak has Multi-Homer Game in San Diego

Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak had a fun homecoming in the third game of the series in San Diego on Saturday against the Padres in a 9-4 loss at Petco Park. Moniak, who went to high school in the San Diego area, went 4-for-4 at the plate with two home runs, four RBI, and a […]

Garrett Mitchell Worth Adding After Recent Hot Stretch?

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell is quickly becoming one of the most popular additions off the waiver wire after hitting .318 (7-for-22) with a home run and 10 RBI over his last eight games. Overall, Mitchell is slashing .281/.425/.469 with a home run, 13 RBI, and a .411 wOBA over 40 plate appearances. His BB% […]

MLB DFS Picks & Model Projections (4/12/26): Casey Wilson’s Top DraftKings & FanDuel Values

  Casey Wilson's MLB Model All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the Premium Dashboard. Welcome to Casey Wilson's MLB Model for Sunday, 4/12/26. Please refer to the color key and data time key for rankings and periods. Games are sorted by start time, with the away pitcher listed first and the home pitcher […]

Tyler Soderstrom Slugs Two Home Runs in Win Over Mets

Athletics first baseman/outfielder Tyler Soderstrom led the A's offensive charge in Saturday's 11-6 win over the New York Mets at Citi Field. Soderstrom was seeing the ball well at the plate, going 3-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI on the day. His first home run was a two-run shot off right-handed starter Kodai […]

Wyatt Langford has "Small Strain," Hoping to Miss Only 2-3 Days

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford (quadriceps) said he has a "small strain" in his quadriceps muscle, according to Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. Langford thinks he'll miss just two to three days, and he could pinch hit on Sunday, but he'll avoid the injured list for now. The former first-rounder left Friday's loss […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Starting at Second Base on Saturday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. will make the start at second base and bat second for Saturday's contest against the division-rival Colorado Rockies and right-hander Ryan Feltner, according to MLB.com. Tatis came up to the big leagues as a shortstop, but this will be the first time in his career that he has […]

George Springer Suffers Fractured Toe on Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (toe) could be looking at missing some time after suffering an injury during Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Springer left Saturday's game after fouling a ball off his foot during the second inning of Saturday's loss. He underwent imaging that revealed a left big toe fracture, which will […]

Lawrence Butler Leading Off Again on Saturday

Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler will start in right field and bat out of the leadoff spot for the second straight game on Saturday at Citi Field against the New York Mets and right-hander Kodai Senga, per MLB.com. The A's are looking for some kind of consistency from the top of the batting order early on […]

Griffin Conine to Undergo Hamstring Surgery Next Week

Miami Marlins outfielder Griffin Conine (hamstring) will undergo a hamstring tendon excision next week. The 28-year-old will have the operation done in Dallas by Dr. Dan Cooper, resulting in him missing extensive time. The announcement came a day after he was placed on the 10-Day Injured List, though he will undoubtedly miss much more than […]

Michael Harris II Goes on Paternity List

The Atlanta Braves announced on Saturday that they have placed outfielder Michael Harris II on the paternity list and selected the contract of infielder Luke Williams to the major-league roster in a corresponding move. Harris will be out of Atlanta's starting lineup on Saturday against the Cleveland Guardians and will be away from the team […]

Juan Soto Could Return for Next Homestand

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said on Friday that the team is optimistic that it will not be a long-term absence for All-Star outfielder Juan Soto (calf), according to Tim Britton of The Athletic. In fact, Soto could come off the 10-day injured list for the start of the next homestand […]

Corbin Carroll Officially Back in Saturday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (hip) is serving as the designated hitter and is batting in the two-hole for Saturday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies and right-hander Taijuan Walker at Citizens Bank Park, per MLB.com. Carroll will return to the field on Saturday after missing two games following a minor hip injury that he suffered […]

Weekend Waiver Wire Rankings: Fantasy Baseball Pickups for Week 2

The 2026 MLB season is already flying by, as we are already two weeks into it. At RotoBaller HQ, we have provided an updated waiver wire rankings list to help bolster your roster or even help your fantasy teams rebound after a rough start. We have updated weekend fantasy baseball waiver rankings for Week 2 […]

5 Bargain Basement Hitters - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 2 (2026)

With nearly two weeks of the MLB season in the books, we now have plenty of data to begin to take deeper dives at some of the early season breakout hitters. In this weekly column, we will continue to spotlight five hitters who have seen their fantasy value soar and determine if managers should look […]