Luis Robert Jr. Activated, Batting Sixth on Tuesday

The Chicago White Sox announced that they have reinstated outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list and optioned infielder Tristan Gray to Triple-A Charlotte. Robert missed the last two weeks with a strained left hamstring. He's returning Tuesday to start in center field and bat sixth against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Chris […]

Starling Marte Hits 10-Day Injured List

The New York Mets have placed designated hitter/outfielder Starling Marte (knee) on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to July 7, with a bruised right knee. They also reinstated DH/outfielder Jesse Winker (oblique) from the 60-day IL. Marte injured his knee in his final at-bat against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The 36-year-old said he's […]

Jesse Winker Activated, Starting at DH on Tuesday

The New York Mets have reinstated designated hitter/outfielder Jesse Winker (oblique) from the 60-day injured list. The team opened up room for Winker by sending fellow DH/outfielder Starling Marte (knee) to the 10-day IL and transferring right-hander Tylor Megill (elbow) to the 60-day IL. Winker is in the lineup at DH and hitting fifth on […]

Ryan Ward Leading All Minor Leaguers in Home Runs

Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect Ryan Ward leads all minor leaguers in home runs with 23 through 82 games for Triple-A Oklahoma City. He also leads in RBI (76) and is tied for most hits (99). The 27-year-old has shown prodigious power in the past, blasting at least 21 home runs in each of the […]

Jake Fraley to Begin Triple-A Rehab Assignment

The Cincinnati Reds announced that outfielder Jake Fraley (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. Fraley has been on the shelf since he suffered a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder on June 23. The 30-year-old recently underwent a cortisone shot to manage the pain, and the Reds are hopeful […]

Jakob Marsee Pacing International League in Steals

Miami Marlins outfield prospect Jakob Marsee is leading Triple-A's International League with 39 steals. The 24-year-old is getting on base at a .369 clip thanks to a 14.6 percent walk rate, and although the batting average stands at .242, he's been hitting much better as of late. The left-handed hitter went 30-for-76 (.395) in 20 […]

Jerar Encarnacion Steadily Progressing

The San Francisco Giants report that outfielder Jerar Encarnacion (oblique) took batting practice at Oracle Park on Monday (Jul. 7) and will continue his hitting progression this week. The Dominican Republic native hit the injured list in mid-June with a left oblique strain after just eight games back with the team from a hand injury, […]

Are You For Real? Analyzing 4 Surprising Fantasy Baseball Breakouts From Ramon Laureano, Austin Hays, Max Muncy, Brooks Baldwin

Welcome to the third rendition of the hitters' version of "Are You For Real?"! I hope you all enjoy the nerdy deep-diving as much as we do! With less than a week until the All-Star Break, it's a great time to find a surging slugger on the waiver wire. As a reminder, we're looking for […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (7/8/25)

It was a winning day in cash play yesterday despite a meh performance from Jacob deGrom. Tonight, we have a full night of action with 13 games, and it comes with some weather-related issues that will require monitoring. As always, jump into the RotoBaller Discord, and we'll be discussing and analyzing everything in real time. […]

Bryan Reynolds Has Six Teams on His No-Trade List

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds could be one of the better outfield bats available at the MLB Trade deadline, but not every team will have a shot at landing the switch-hitting slugger. The San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, Toronto Blue Jays, and New York Mets are the six […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (7/8/2025)

We have a full slate of games for Tuesday's MLB action. We have some warm temperatures on the East Coast again, which will provide us with some opportunities to go home run hunting. Outside of Sutter Health Park and Great American Ball Park, there are no extreme hitting spots on today's slate, so most of […]

Allan Castro Earns Eastern League Player of the Week Honors

Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Allan Castro earned Eastern League Player of the Week honors for June 30 - July 6 after going 12-for-24 (.500) with three doubles, a triple, a home run, six RBI, five runs scored, and a 3:4 BB:K in six games for the Sea Dogs. Boston's 21st-ranked prospect is hitting well […]

Week 15 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Colson Montgomery, Addison Barger, Noelvi Marte, Eury Perez, Bubba Chandler

The 2025 MLB season is already three months in, and we are a week away from the All-Star break. Injuries continue to mount, and we are seeing some of the top prospects getting called up to the show. Staying on top of the waiver is crucial as we head into the second half of the […]

Anthony Santander Hoping to Hit Soon

According to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca, Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (shoulder) still isn't hitting yet but will hopefully do so soon. Santander has been sidelined on the IL since May 30 with a shoulder subluxation and still hasn't taken swings, although it appears he'll do so soon. The Venezuelan native's first stint with […]

Kyle Manzardo Placed On Family Medical Emergency List Monday

The Cleveland Guardians placed first baseman Kyle Manzardo (family emergency) on the family medical emergency list Monday and recalled outfielder Jhonkensy Noel from Triple-A Columbus in a corresponding move. Fantasy managers should keep an eye out for further updates as to when Manzardo may be able to rejoin the team. Noel has struggled in his […]

Luis Robert Jr. Returning in Short Order

Per MLB.com's Scott Merkin, Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (hamstring) should return within the next couple of days if "all goes well." The 27-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list a few weeks ago, but has progressed well from a hamstring strain that ailed him -- a notoriously tricky injury. Whether he'll […]

Kenedy Corona Called Up for Debut

Houston Astros outfield prospect Kenedy Corona was called up from Triple-A Sugar Land for his major league debut on Monday. The 25-year-old is expected to provide outfield depth after Jake Meyers left Sunday's contest with right calf tightness and was out of the lineup Monday. Corona's stay may not be long-lived as Meyers isn't expected […]

Teoscar Hernandez Expected Back Wednesday

Per MLB.com's Sonja Chen, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (foot) is expected to return for Wednesday's road matchup with the Milwaukee Brewers. The Dominican Republic native missed his team's previous two contests after fouling a ball off his foot in Saturday's loss to the Astros. Presumably, testing came back negative, as he's set to […]

Robert Calaz Named California League Player of the Week

Colorado Rockies outfield prospect Robert Calaz was named California League Player of the Week after going 9-for-21 (.429) with a double, four home runs, eight RBI, four runs scored, and a 2:4 BB:K in six games for Single-A Fresno. The Rockies' third-ranked prospect is slashing .277/.341/476 with nine home runs, 36 RBI, and 26 runs […]

Daulton Varsho Runs Bases on Monday, Nears Rehab Assignment

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho (hamstring) ran the bases Monday and is expected to do so again Wednesday. He is likely to begin a rehab assignment by early next week. The 29-year-old was placed on the injured list June 1 with a left hamstring strain and could return as early as mid-July. Before the […]

Chas McCormick Beginning Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (oblique) is scheduled to join Triple-A Sugar Land for a rehab assignment starting on Tuesday. McCormick continues to work his way back from an oblique strain that has kept him sidelined since the beginning of June. The hope is that McCormick can return to the Astros roster shortly after the […]

Enrique Hernandez to Injured List, James Outman Recalled

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Enrique Hernandez (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Monday. Hernandez has reportedly been dealing with elbow inflammation for a while now, so the team decided to give him some time off. Luckily, Hernandez is dealing with inflammation in his non-throwing arm, so hopefully he'll be able to […]

Oneil Cruz Absent from Pirates Lineup on Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz is not in his team's lineup for their Monday matchup against the Kansas City Royals and left-handed starter Noah Cameron. In 343 plate appearances so far this season, Cruz has hit .203 with 15 home runs, 47 runs scored, 35 RBI, and 28 stolen bases. His numbers are significantly worse […]

Jake Meyers Out of Monday Lineup

Houston Astros outfielder Jake Meyers (calf) will miss his team's Monday matchup against the Cleveland Guardians. Meyers was pulled in the sixth inning of Houston's 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday with calf tightness. Meyers has been a surprise source of batting average and speed in 2025, hitting .308 with 14 stolen […]

Jarren Duran Out of Monday Lineup

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran is not in his team's starting lineup for their Monday matchup against the Colorado Rockies and left-handed starter Austin Gomber. It's been a struggle this year for the lefty-swinging Duran against same-handed pitching. He's batting .216 with just one home run and 41 strikeouts in 140 plate appearances versus […]

Tyler Freeman Back in Action for the Rockies, Batting Leadoff Monday

Colorado Rockies shortstop/outfielder Tyler Freeman (hamstring) returns to the lineup Monday against the Red Sox, starting in right field and batting leadoff. Freeman sat out Sunday's series finale against the White Sox to rest a minor hamstring issue but is back in action and fully healthy. Freeman has been on fire over the past 30 […]

Owen Caissie Logs Fourth Straight Multi-Hit Performance

Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Owen Caissie went 3-for-5 on Sunday for Triple-A Iowa, with a walk, a double, and two runs scored. The kid has caught fire recently, now with four consecutive multi-hit performances, going 10-for-17 (.588) with two doubles, four home runs, and a 3:2 BB:K. The Cubs' top-ranked prospect is now slashing .280/.388/.556 […]

Josue De Paula Collects Two Hits, Steals a Base on Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect Josue De Paula went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base on Sunday for High-A Great Lakes. The Dodgers' top-ranked prospect has hit safely in nine of his last 11 games, now hitting .269 on the year with a .433 slugging percentage and a hefty .410 on-base percentage thanks […]

Victor Robles Continues Journey Back to the Field

Seattle Mariners right fielder Victor Robles (shoulder) has entered the strength-building phase of his rehab as he works his way back from a left shoulder dislocation suffered on April 7. Robles began this stage in early June, with the program expected to last approximately six weeks before he resumes baseball activities. The 28-year-old has avoided […]

Jackson Chourio Blasts Two-Run Bomb

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI in his team's 3-1 win against the hosting Miami Marlins. The 21-year-old was the Brew Crew's only offense on Sunday -- blasting a two-run jack (No. 15) in the top of the third inning, and knocking in another run on a […]