Giancarlo Stanton's Elbow Will be Monitored in 2026

The New York Yankees will manage designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton's (elbow) playing time this year after he missed a significant portion of the 2025 season with severe tennis elbow in both of his arms, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. It's an issue that has not healed, and it could lead to more rest days […]

Jarren Duran Could Hit the Bench Against Lefties

MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo suggests that Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran could be out of the left field and designated hitter mix this year against left-handed pitchers. Wilyer Abreu is expected to be in right field every day, and Ceddanne Rafaela is expected to patrol center field regularly, with Roman Anthony and Duran swapping between […]

Mets Invite Carson Benge to Spring Training

The New York Mets extended a non-roster invitation to outfield prospect Carson Benge on Monday. Despite adding Luis Robert Jr. in a trade this offseason, Benge is expected to compete for a starting job in the Mets' outfield in spring training this year. His primary competition for the left-field job will be Tyrone Taylor, MJ […]

Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Know - Brice Matthews, Nolan McLean, Andrew Painter, Charlie Condon, Carter Jensen, Sebastian Walcott

Drafting high-end prospects in the final rounds of your draft can provide your fantasy team with a massive boost down the stretch. Last season, several high-end prospects flashed elite potential in the major leagues, such as Chase Burns, Logan Henderson, and Nick Kurtz. In this piece, we will spotlight six more high-upside prospects managers should […]

Ryan Clifford to Compete for Early MLB Debut?

New York Mets first base/outfield prospect Ryan Clifford is unlikely to break camp with the MLB roster, but should be in the mix to reach Queens early in the campaign. Per MLB.com, Clifford is the team's No. 6 prospect and is considered the sport's No. 5 overall first base prospect. Clifford was drafted in the […]

Edward Florentino a Budding Star in Pittsburgh System?

Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect Edward Florentino is a name to keep a close eye on in dynasty formats during the 2026 campaign. Florentino is currently ranked as MLB.com's No. 81 overall prospect and Pittsburgh's No. 5-ranked prospect. However, Florentino looked quite comfortable in his first full season as a professional and could find himself much […]

Outfield Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates: High-Upside Draft Targets for 2026

Every season, managers look for the next league-winning lottery ticket in the final rounds of the draft. Last season, past pick 200, managers could have selected George Springer, Nick Lodolo, Byron Buxton, and Nico Hoerner, who all greatly exceeded their ADPs and tuned in career-best seasons. In this piece, we will spotlight five outfielders who […]

Fantasy Baseball Draft Values: Later-Round Hitters to Target in Drafts (2026)

Finding sleepers can be a low-risk, high-reward player, especially when we can identify one in the later rounds. Typically, draft-and-hold leagues are 12 to 15 rounds, so we're looking at hitters at pick 300 and beyond for this article. Below, we identify later-round hitters to target by examining skills, projections, and playing time to find […]

Brett Baty is Getting Reps in Left Field

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty is expected to shift positions this season. According to Anthony DiComo, Baty spent the latter part of his offseason getting reps in left field. The Mets brought in Bo Bichette to be the everyday third baseman, so Baty is without a full-time spot right now. He could very […]

Mets Sign MJ Melendez to Major-League Deal

The New York Mets have signed free-agent outfielder MJ Melendez to an MLB deal on Sunday. They've agreed on a one-year, $1.5 million contract for the upcoming 2026 season. Hopefully, a change of scenery will help Melendez, who has struggled during his first four years with the Kansas City Royals. He only played 23 big […]

Underdog Fantasy Baseball Sleepers, Values, Busts for Best Ball Drafts (2026)

It's always fantasy baseball season in my heart, but now the calendar is finally catching up to this feeling deep inside! Most of you won't draft your typical redraft leagues until later in March, which makes this a great time to get into the best ball streets. Today, I'll be taking a look at some […]

Jurickson Profar May Be Undervalued After Suspension-Marred 2025

After he posted the best season of his career with the San Diego Padres in 2024, outfielder Jurickson Profar landed a three-year, $42 million contract from the Atlanta Braves heading into the 2025 season. Unfortunately for Atlanta, Profar was handed an 80-game PED suspension early in the year, immediately starting his Atlanta tenure on a […]

Ian Happ Showing Subtle Signs of Aging Heading into 2026

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ has established himself as one of the most consistent players in MLB. Dating back to 2023, the 31-year-old has posted three consecutive seasons with at least 650 plate appearances, a .240 batting average, 85 runs scored, 20 home runs, and 75 RBI. Happ also owns an excellent 12.1% walk rate […]

Christian Yelich Unlikely to Replicate 2025 Campaign

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich put together a standout season in 2025. He slashed .264/.343/.452 with 29 home runs, 103 RBI, and 16 stolen bases across 150 games. The 29 long balls were the most for Yelich since the 2019 season, when he blasted 44 homers. The increased power also came with a much higher […]

Rockies Sign Conner Capel to Minor-League Deal

The Colorado Rockies have signed outfielder Conner Capel to a minor-league deal with an invite to Spring Training. Capel spent all of the 2025 season with Triple-A with the Atlanta Braves organization. He slashed .234/.314/.360 with 10 home runs, 39 RBI, and 21 steals during his 119 games in Triple-A Gwinnett. Capel has only played […]

Andy Pages Still an Everyday Contributor Despite Dodgers' Big Signing

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages should remain in an everyday role despite the team's addition of Kyle Tucker during the offseason. Pages played 156 games last year; all of them were spent in the outfield, and he did a decent amount of moving around. He logged 121 appearances in center field, 51 in right, […]

Noelvi Marte Projected for Larger Role in 2026

Cincinnati Reds third baseman/outfielder Noelvi Marte had a solid season at the plate last year, and he should take on an even larger role during the 2026 season. Marte ultimately played 90 games last year, slashing .263/.300/.448 with 14 home runs and 10 stolen bases. He technically decreased his K/BB rate from 2024 to 2025, […]

Addison Barger Coming Off a Busy Season in the Majors

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman/outfielder Addison Barger endured a busy 2025 season in the majors, and he'll remain in a central role as the Jays take the field in 2026. Barger debuted midway through the 2024 campaign, so last year was his first full season in the majors. He played in a total of 135 […]

Can Jo Adell Repeat 2025 Power Breakout?

A former top prospect, Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell finally had his long-awaited breakout season in 2025. Across 573 plate appearances, the 26-year-old posted a .236/.293/.485 slash line with 37 home runs, 98 RBI, 63 runs scored, and five stolen bases. Adell logged an elite 17.2% barrel rate, the best of his career by […]

Can Lawrence Butler Bounce Back from Underwhelming 2025 Campaign?

Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler (knee) was one of the breakout stars of the 2024 fantasy baseball season, recording an .807 OPS with 22 home runs and 18 stolen bases across just 451 plate appearances and earning a seven-year contract extension from his organization. However, the 25-year-old posted a somewhat underwhelming follow-up campaign in 2025. Across […]

Yasiel Puig Found Guilty of Obstruction of Justice, Lying to Officials

Ex-major-league outfielder Yasiel Puig was found guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials investigating an illegal sports betting operation, according to David Payne Purdum of ESPN. Puig now faces up to 20 years in federal prison and is scheduled to be sentenced on May 26. The 35-year-old initially pled guilty to a […]

Brandon Nimmo Carries High-Floor Profile into 2026

Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo continues to have a high floor in category formats heading into the 2026 campaign. Nimmo was shipped to the Rangers in the early stages of the offseason in exchange for infielder Marcus Semien. Over the past two seasons, Nimmo has hit at least 23 home runs while swiping double-digit bases. […]

Underdog Best Ball Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers (2026)

Below you'll find our MLB team's 2026 Underdog Best Ball Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2026 Best Ball leagues on the Underdog Fantasy platform. The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, so use these Underdog rankings to crush your Underdog drafts. These MLB best ball rankings are put together by RotoBaller's lead analyst Nick […]

Junior Perez in the Running for Backup Outfield Spot

Athletics outfield prospect Junior Perez could be in the "running for a backup outfielder gig" at spring training this year, according to MLB.com. The A's aren't shy about fast-tracking young players, and Perez has impressive tools. The 24-year-old Dominican slashed .231/.348/.473 with an .821 OPS, 26 home runs, 87 RBI, 87 runs scored, and 27 […]

Red Sox Still Looking to Make Prospect-Based Trade for a Bat

The Boston Red Sox are still trying to make a "prospect-based trade for a legit bat," several sources told Peter Abraham of The Boston Globe. The Red Sox are looking for more offense despite already acquiring first baseman Willson Contreras from the St. Louis Cardinals in December. They also spent $130 million on left-handed starter […]

Rays Claim Victor Mesa Jr. Off Waivers From Marlins

The Tampa Bay Rays claimed outfielder Victor Mesa Jr. from the Miami Marlins on Friday, sources told Francys Romero. The athletic Cuban outfielder will have a real opportunity to win an Opening Day roster spot out of spring training with the Rays. The 24-year-old left-handed hitter made his major-league debut in 2025 with the Marlins […]

Jasson Dominguez Could Begin Season in Minor Leagues

New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez reportedly isn't a lock to make the Opening Day roster. According to Bryan Hoch, Dominguez might begin the season in the minor leagues. The starting outfield spots are currently taken by Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, and Trent Grisham. Dominguez could play a role off the bench, but the Yankees […]

Padres Sign Leandro Cedeno to Minor-League Contract

The San Diego Padres signed free-agent first baseman/outfielder Leandro Cedeno to a minor-league contract on Thursday, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The 27-year-old spent the last three seasons playing in Japan for the Orix Buffaloes and the Seibu Lions. Cedeno, a right-handed-hitting Venezuelan, was originally signed by the St. Louis Cardinals […]

Updated Outfield Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Points Leagues (February Updates)

While it's still cold outside in some areas, it's still an exciting time for fantasy baseball managers as we are getting closer to spring training and Opening Day. At RotoBaller HQ, we continue our positional rankings series. Today, we look at the outfield position and have updated our 2026 fantasy baseball outfield rankings for points […]

Jared Thomas Earns Invite to Spring Training

Colorado Rockies outfield prospect Jared Thomas earned an invite to big-league spring training. Thomas will join several of the other top prospects in the Colorado system, including Charlie Condon and Cole Carrigg. Thomas is currently ranked as the team's No. 8 prospect on MLB.com. Thomas joined the Rockies in the second round of the 2024 […]