A.J. Preller Agrees to Multi-Year Extension With Padres

The San Diego Padres extended the contract of long-time head of baseball operations A.J. Preller on Monday, according to ESPN's Alden Gonzalez. The length of Preller's new deal is undisclosed, but it puts to rest any questions about whether he would be extended with the team's control up in the air. Chairman John Seidler said […]

Tommy Edman to Start the Year on the Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Tommy Edman (ankle) will start the season on the injured list, manager Dave Roberts told Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. It's unclear when Edman might return to make his 2026 debut, but Roberts said on Monday that the team will take a "methodical" pace with the 30-year-old veteran after he […]

Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash and Trade For - Dynasty League Targets (2026)

The offseason is often the most exciting time for dynasty managers. During this time, managers can reassess their roster and examine whether they are in the contending stage or still in a retool. With spring training underway and games just days away, we will analyze five prospects who are strong trade and stash targets (depending […]

CJ Kayfus to Have Prominent Role in Cleveland Lineup?

Cleveland Guardians first base/outfield prospect CJ Kayfus should compete to earn a near-everyday role in the Cleveland starting lineup during spring training. The Guardians promoted Kayfus to the major leagues last season, but he did not find immediate success. Across his first 44 games in the big leagues, Kayfus held a .220/.292/.415 slash line with […]

Five Outfield Fantasy Baseball Draft Targets and Value Picks (2026)

While outfield typically has the most star power out of all of the positions, it is still important to find value at the position in all stages of the draft. Especially in leagues that require five starting outfielders, it’s just not possible to fill out every one of those spots with stars in the early […]

Yordan Alvarez Says He's Back to 100 Percent

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (ankle) said that he is pain-free and back to 100 percent as spring training gets underway, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. "Right now I feel great," Alvarez said. "No pain right now." The slugger landed on the injured list with a left ankle sprain back in […]

Brandon Nimmo to Function as Leadoff Hitter

Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo is expected to function as the leadoff hitter and play right field, according to manager Skip Schumaker. This was expected to happen, but it's nice to finally have confirmation on the situation. Nimmo was traded to the Rangers in the deal that sent Marcus Semien to the New York Mets […]

Adolis Garcia to Hit Cleanup for Phillies?

The Philadelphia Phillies were seeking lineup protection for first baseman Bryce Harper and more right-handed pop this offseason, which is why they brought in outfielder Adolis Garcia in free agency on a one-year deal. NBC Sports' Cole Weintraub writes that the Phillies are hoping Garcia can return to his 2022-23 form in Texas and slide […]

Jurickson Profar Recovered From Sports Hernia Surgery

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar (abdomen) underwent sports hernia surgery in November, and the procedure required six weeks of recovery, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Profar doesn't have any restrictions in spring training, though. He felt discomfort in September and again when he began his offseason workouts, prompting him to have surgery. Profar tested […]

2026 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Call-Up ETAs - Predicting Top MLB Prospect Timelines

Prospects, you can't live with them, and you can't live without them. One of the most difficult tasks each season in redraft leagues is trying to figure out which prospects to target or not target in your drafts, and when they might be up. I'm going to do my best to answer the latter part […]

5 Hitter Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: Late-Round Rebound Candidates (2026)

One of the best ways to find value in fantasy baseball drafts is to exploit recency bias. Too often, players fall too far because they've had one or two down years, even though they have a lengthy track record of success. Identifying which of these players is well-positioned to bounce back can help build a […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Prospects With Upside to Know for 2026 Drafts

Targeting high-end prospects in the final rounds of your draft can be the difference between you winning your league and just falling short of the competition. Last season, managers saw several prospects become high-end options as soon as they reached the big leagues, like Nolan McLean, Nick Kurtz, and Kyle Teel. In this piece, we […]

2026 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings: Eric Cross' Top 25 Prospects for Redraft Leagues

2026 fantasy baseball drafts are really ramping up. Some of you have already been in some drafts, while others are still preparing for the heart of draft season in February and March. Regardless of which bucket you fall into, it's time to push the pedal to the metal. There are a ton of exciting rookies […]

Home Run (HR) Risers for Fantasy Baseball - September Power Surgers (2026)

Welcome, RotoBallers! In this article, we're going to take a look at players who had powerful finishes in 2025 to see if it's sustainable in 2026. Yes, Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, and Cal Raleigh had the most home runs in September, but no, we're not going to discuss them. You know they're going to hit […]

Top Fantasy Baseball Sleeper Prospects To Target In 2026 Drafts

Building a winning fantasy team is a combination of many things, including staying on top of the waiver wire throughout the season and a bit of luck, but it all starts with the draft. Drafting some core All-Star caliber players in the early rounds, rounding it out with some multi-category producers in the middle, and […]

Daulton Varsho Coming Off Career-Best Showing at the Plate

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho had a strong season at the plate in 2025, posting new career-highs in various categories. In his third season with the Jays, he slashed .238/.284/.548 with 20 home runs while maintaining a 6.3% walk rate and 28.4% strikeout rate. He also finished the year with a career-high 123 wRC+. […]

Outfield Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates: American League Edition (2026)

What does the term "breakout" mean to you? When you were a teenager, it was likely something very different. Pitchers and catchers are reporting to camps this week, and with that, fantasy baseball drafts will be in full flow soon. For our purposes, a breakout can be defined as someone who is being underdrafted based […]

10 Sleeper Hitters and Pitchers for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

The term "sleeper" has become a bit overused in fantasy sports, and baseball is no different. Too often, I see players who go earlier in drafts classified as a sleeper, but you won't find that in this article. I'm digging deeper to bring you my fantasy baseball sleepers. In this article, you will find a […]

Bryan Reynolds Poised for a Bounce-Back Season?

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds had a subpar season in 2025, but the underlying metrics indicate that he could bounce back in 2026. The veteran outfielder slashed just .245/.318/.402 with 16 home runs, all of which represent his lowest markets since the COVID-impacted 2020 season. He also finished last year with a 8.7% walk rate […]

Ramon Laureano Coming Off Terrific Season at the Dish

San Diego Padres outfielder Ramon Laureano found his groove at the plate last season, delivering the best offensive numbers of his eight-year career so far. Laureano was previously known for his terrific defense and had made a name for himself with numerous insane throws in Oakland. However, it was the bat that came to play […]

Jac Caglianone to Have "Plenty of Opportunities to Play" in 2026

Kansas City Royals first baseman/outfielder Jac Caglianone had a frustrating debut season in the major leagues last year, slashing .157/.237/.295 with seven home runs, 18 RBI, 19 runs scored, 18 walks, and 52 strikeouts in 62 games over 232 plate appearances. The 23-year-old former sixth overall pick in 2024 out of Florida had impressive exit […]

Maikel Garcia Poised to Build on 2025 Breakout?

Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia put together a breakout season in 2025, hitting .286/.351/.449 with 16 home runs, 74 RBI, 81 runs scored, and 23 stolen bases across 666 plate appearances. The 25-year-old posted career-best walk (9.3%) and strikeout (12.6%) rates, while still posting a stellar 45.1% hard-hit rate. Garcia also spent time […]

Spencer Jones "Currently Blocked" from Playing Time with the Yankees

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said that outfield prospect Spencer Jones is "currently blocked" from playing time at the big-league level, per Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. A former first-round pick by the Yankees in 2022, Jones will turn 25 years old in May. He posted monster numbers split between […]

MLB Power Rankings: Biggest MLB Hall of Fame Snubs [2026]

With Jeff Kent and Carlos Beltran being inducted into the 2026 MLB Hall of Fame Class, it is time to take a look at the remaining superstars who are still awaiting their chance to reach Cooperstown. Several of these players have had their fair share of scandals during their playing years, but seeing Beltran get […]

Yankees Want Everyday Reps for Jasson Dominguez

The New York Yankees want to give outfielder Jasson Dominguez everyday reps, but they might not be able to offer that at the major-league level to begin the 2026 season, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It means that Dominguez could begin the year at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 23-year-old Dominican switch-hitter lost his path to […]

Nick Castellanos Heading to the Padres

Free-agent outfielder Nick Castellanos is joining the San Diego Padres on a league-minimum MLB deal ($780,000), according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Athletic's Dennis Lin reports that Castellanos is expected to make his first-base debut with the Padres while also seeing time in the outfield and at designated hitter. The Philadelphia […]

Zac Veen Overcomes Substance Abuse, Adds Muscle

Colorado Rockies outfield prospect Zac Veen finished his first MLB season at an unhealthy 202 pounds, but he's now at 245 pounds after adding muscle in the offseason, according to MLB.com's Thomas Harding. "Definitely one of the bigger, main things was sobering up," said Veen, 24. "I had a pretty big substance abuse problem for […]

Spencer Steer's Quad Injury a Thing of the Past?

Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer (quadriceps) played through a sore right quadriceps that bothered him for most of last season, and he finished with a .238/.312/.411 slash line, 21 home runs, and 75 RBI in 146 games. Steer also dealt with a sore right shoulder that lingered after the 2024 campaign. To avoid re-injuring his […]

Roman Anthony to Play for Team USA in World Baseball Classic

Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony will play for Team USA in this year's World Baseball Classic if he passes a physical in spring training, according to Tim Healey of The Boston Globe. Anthony will be a replacement for injured Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (hand). The 21-year-old left-handed-hitting outfielder is heading into his first […]

Chris Taylor Returns to Angels on Minor-League Deal

Free-agent outfielder Chris Taylor re-signed with the Los Angeles Angels on Friday on a minor-league deal and is present at major-league spring training, according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com. Taylor should have a decent shot at winning an Opening Day roster spot, but in a bench role. The 35-year-old veteran right-handed hitter will give the […]