Kris Bryant Dealing With Lower-Body Injury

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (lower body) was removed from Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning due to a lower-body injury. Manager Bud Black said Bryant felt sharp pain in his sacroiliac joint (the lower back/gluteus area) and described it as a day-to-day thing unrelated to his previous back injury. Bryant […]

Yonathan Daza Day-To-Day After Sunday's Injury

Colorado Rockies outfielder Yonathan Daza (hand) left Sunday's game early against the Philadelphia Phillies after being hit by a pitch on his left hand. X-rays came back negative, though, and manager Bud Black said Daza was considered day-to-day. "He'll be sore, but it could have been worse," Black said. "We don't know when [he will […]

Alex Kirilloff Hits Two Homers In Rehab Game

Minnesota Twins first baseman/outfielder Alex Kirilloff (wrist) went off in a minor-league rehab game with Triple-A St. Paul on Sunday, going 2-for-4 with two home runs, five RBI, two runs scored and a walk. It was believed that the Twins might keep Kirilloff in the minors after his rehab assignment ends, but that may not […]

Rockies Calling Up Brenton Doyle

Colorado Rockies outfielder Brenton Doyle, the team's No. 16 prospect per MLB Pipeline, is expected to be called up to join the team for their series-opening game on Monday night against the Cleveland Guardians. Doyle is hitting .306 with a 1.037 OPS for Triple-A Albuquerque and has played all three outfield spots. The 24-year-old right-handed […]

Austin Hays Seeing Time At Leadoff

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays is having a career year thus far in 2023, slashing .295/.337/.551 with four homers, 16 runs, eight RBI, and one stolen base over 21 games. Fantasy owners have to be excited with the results after a lackluster 2022 campaign in which he posted a .250 batting average and .719 OPS. […]

MJ Melendez Dealing With Back Tightness

Kansas City Royals catcher MJ Melendez (back) exited Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels due to lower back tightness. He went 1-for-2 with a solo home run before exiting in the fourth inning. The 24-year-old is off to a slow start in 2023, slashing .178/.282/.342 with two homers, 10 RBI, and nine runs across […]

Top Hitter Streamers - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups and Starts for Week 5

Hey, RotoBallers! April is coming to an end, but that means we turn another page in the calendar year. The month of May is just around the corner and the weather is only improving, which could be helpful to an MLB team's offense. The Cinderella stories of the Pirates and Diamondbacks have gone on for […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The end of April is approaching and now is when most people start to tab over to the standings page and assess strengths and weaknesses. What do you need from the waiver wire gods? Let us pray. As always, I must caution you to […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 5

Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat […]

Jorge Soler - Fantasy Baseball Hitter Waiver Wire Adds for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Maybe it's because he plays for the Marlins, but Jorge Soler is not getting enough credit for tearing the cover off the ball this season. He's posted five home runs and seven doubles through the first 17 games, including a .267/.343/.633 slash line. […]

Masataka Yoshida Homers Twice Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida went 2-for-6 with two homers and six RBI in a 12-5 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Both of Yoshida's homers came in the eighth inning, with the first a solo shot and the second homer a grand slam, the first of his MLB career. Yoshida became the […]

Julio Rodriguez Draws A Pair Of Walks In Sunday's Loss

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez went 0-for-2 with two walks and a strikeout in Sunday's 7-3 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. J-Rod and the Mariners didn't have much offense in Sunday's series finale as they struck out 14 times as a team and mustered just three runs. Rodriguez has reached base safely in 8-of-10 […]

Jarred Kelenic Goes Deep On Sunday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a strikeout in Sunday's 7-3 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. The 23-year-old put the M's on the board in the bottom of the second inning when he took Jack Flaherty to the opposite field, depositing a solo homer run over the […]

Teoscar Hernandez Goes Hitless In Sunday's Loss

Seattle Mariners outfielder Teoscar Hernandez went 0-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts in a 7-3 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday. The Mariners couldn't muster much on offense, plating just three runs. Hernandez was responsible for two of the M's 14 team strikeouts. Despite the hitless effort on Sunday, Hernandez had a solid […]

Colton Cowser Reverses Cold Start

After starting the season cold, Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect Colton Cowser has reversed his cold streak. After starting the Triple-A season 2-for-24, he has since gone 20-for-49 with nine RBI, seven walks, three home runs, and 18 runs. The 23-year-old has been one of the best hitters in the minor leagues. In 2022, he slashed […]

Masataka Yoshida Blasts Two Homers

Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida showed off his power during Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. The 29-year-old has been hitting the ball on the ground a ton early in the season, but showed what he can do when he lifts the ball in the air. Yoshida hit a solo shot and a grand […]

Jack Suwinski (OF, PIT) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 8% of Leagues ANALYSIS: On the opposite end of the making-contact spectrum is Jack Suwinski, who strikes out at a 26.9% clip. He also whiffs on pitches 33.3% of the time, further complicating his ability to make the defense work for his out. That said, when Suwinski does […]

Joey Gallo (OF, MIN) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 37% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Following a pair of horrible seasons offensively, it may be time to declare that Joey Gallo has shed his "washed" designation. He has hit five home runs in his first ten games alongside a .296/.406/.889 slash line. That includes an insane 38.9% barrel rate, […]

Bryan De La Cruz Rips Four Doubles, Home Run On Saturday

Miami Marlins outfielder Bryan De La Cruz collected five hits over a twin bill against the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday. He homered and collected four doubles with a run scored, an RBI, a walk, and a stolen base. De La Cruz now has a nine-game hitting streak and a .328/.370/.493 slash line on the season. […]

Chas McCormick Not Ready To Come Off The IL

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (back) is not expected to come off of the IL on Tuesday when he is eligible, according to manager Dusty Baker. The 28-year-old is dealing with back and vision issues and has yet to resume hitting. He was playing well atop the Astros lineup before heading to the IL, rocking […]

Ian Happ Not Playing On Sunday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ is getting the day off on Sunday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 28-year-old is off to a rock-solid start this season, slashing .307/.418/.507 with two home runs, 13 RBI, and four stolen bases over 75 at-bats. Patrick Wisdom is filling in at left field on Sunday as the Cubbies […]

Bryan Reynolds Placed On The Bereavement List

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds was placed on the bereavement list on Sunday. Reynolds should be away from the team for a couple of days so fantasy managers should plan accordingly. The 28-year-old is slashing .294/.319/.553 with five home runs, 18 RBI, and three stolen bases over 85 at-bats. Drew Maggi, who is a career […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/23/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/23/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to our daily MLB DFS picks and recommendations! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the game, I'm here to provide the insights and recommendations you need to gain a competitive edge and […]

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 5

Welcome to Week Five and our fantasy baseball waiver wire hitters. We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make […]

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups For Fantasy Baseball - Week 5

This article will discuss fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for the outfield in Week 5 – April 24 through April 30. Whether your team is derailed by injuries or you’re simply ready to give up on your draft day darlings, navigating the waiver wire will be crucial to finding long-term success in fantasy baseball.  As […]

Who Should I Start? Fantasy Baseball Start/Sit Tool for Lineup Decisions (Apr 24 - Apr 30)

Whether you are prepping to set your weekly lineups or determining who to play in a pivotal daily matchup, choosing who to start vs. sit is one of the most nerve-wracking and potentially frustrating aspects of fantasy baseball. Fortunately, there is a free solution available at RotoBaller. The Who Should I Start? Tool allows you […]

Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Waiver Wire Report for Week 5

We’re rounding around week five of the fantasy baseball season. I know it takes some time to settle in, but there is no time to waste. Fantasy baseball necessitates hyper-vigilance, especially in deeper leagues where the waiver wires are quickly stripped of talent. This weekly article will outline the upcoming schedule, two-start pitchers, and a […]

Connor Joe Off To A Hot Start In 2023

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman/outfielder Connor Joe is slashing .357/.446/.643 with two home runs, eight RBI, 13 runs scored, and a stolen base over 17 games in 2023. He has been wielding a hot bat recently and logged a multi-hit effort in three of his last five games. The 30-year-old continues to hit in the middle […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/23/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Sunday, RotoBallers! I'm excited to be covering another fun DFS slate. The MLB season has been good to me in the early going, so I'm looking forward to sifting through another crop of games. Let's break down my favorite plays from today's slate! There's nothing better than matinee baseball. Today's matchup features no shortage […]

Michael Harris II Takes Batting Practice On Saturday

According to Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (back) took part in batting practice prior to Saturday's meeting with Houston. This is a step in the right direction, especially since he's been on the shelf since the beginning of April because of a lower back strain. If everything goes […]