Jorge Soler Playing Through Groin Injury

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler (groin) recently said that he can run at 60-70% right now due to a nagging groin injury, but manager Kurt Suzuki shrugged at the suggestion that the right-handed slugger needs time off, according to Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register. "He just had a day off," Suzuki said. […]

Dodgers Promote No. 19 Prospect Ryan Ward, Will he Play Enough in L.A.?

The Los Angeles Dodgers are recalling outfielder/first baseman Ryan Ward with Teoscar Hernandez (hamstring) going on the 10-day injured list on Thursday, according to Sonja Chen of MLB.com. Ward is the Dodgers' No. 19 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and led the minors with 36 home runs in 2025. The 28-year-old left-handed hitter and former eighth-round […]

Kerry Carpenter to Start a Rehab Assignment on Friday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (shoulder) will start a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Friday, according to MLive Media Group's Evan Woodbery. Carpenter was cleared to resume playing in games after he took part in right-hander Justin Verlander's (hip) simulated game on Wednesday. If he can avoid any setbacks this weekend, Carpenter could […]

Now is the Time to Buy Low on Rookie Konnor Griffin

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin was the talk of spring training as one of the best prospects since Ken Griffey Jr. That's a lot of hype to live up to. The 20-year-old former ninth overall pick in the 2024 MLB draft hasn't really lived up to the hype through his first 49 games with […]

Is it Time to Buy Low on Fernando Tatis Jr.?

Somehow, San Diego Padres second baseman/outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. is without a home run with 54 games and 231 plate appearances under his belt in 2026. At this point, many fantasy managers might be giving up hope that he'll homer at all this year. The three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger winner has never been […]

Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings: Fantasy Baseball Pickups for Week 9

We are already in the middle of Week 9, and May will officially be in the books in a few days. At RotoBaller HQ, we list the top free agent acquisitions in fantasy baseball with our mid-week fantasy baseball waiver rankings for Week 9— May 25 through May 31 to help navigate you through the […]

8 Fantasy Baseball Risers and Fallers - Ketel Marte, Kyle Harrison, Geraldo Perdomo, More

Welcome to another mid-week edition of Fantasy Baseball Risers and Fallers for Week 9 of the 2026 season! In this piece, I’ll take a look at Ketel Marte, Kyle Harrison, Geraldo Perdomo, and more.  It’s important to keep up with recent hitter and pitcher trends, whether it’s a hot streak sending someone soaring up the […]

Fantasy Baseball Breakouts and Resurgent Hitters - Are They For Real? (Week 9)

Finding a hitter in the middle of a resurgence is a great way to improve your chances at a fantasy baseball championship. Sometimes, it takes a while for others in your league to pick up a veteran who is bouncing back. That's where this column comes in: we're trying to determine whether or not these […]

MLB Prospect Debuts: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups and Rookie Stashes (Week 9)

Memorial Day is often viewed as a checkpoint in baseball. By this point in the season, teams usually have a clearer sense of who they are and what their path might look like for the rest of the summer. With the expanded playoff format and additional Wild Card spots, more teams remain in contention deeper […]

Teoscar Hernandez Heading to Injured List With Hamstring Strain

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (hamstring) will head to the 10-day injured list after straining his left hamstring in Wednesday's victory over the division-rival Colorado Rockies, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. It's the second consecutive night that the Dodgers lost a position player to the IL, as […]

Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups: Mid-Week Fantasy Baseball Adds for Week 9

Hello again, RotoBallers! Believe it or not, we are already halfway through the week (the holiday weekend really threw me off). As such, it is time for a mid-week check-in for Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 9 of fantasy baseball. This week’s list is a well-balanced mix to meet positional needs. Below you will […]

Fantasy Baseball Breakouts or Fake Outs? Hitters Delivering Elite Results For Week 9

It's Tuesday, so you know we've got you another edition of Fantasy Baseball Hitter Breakouts or Fake Outs. There are few feelings better in fantasy baseball than taking a gamble on a guy as a breakout that's for real. There are few feelings worse than being sold on a guy and then watching him fall […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Prospect Sleepers, Breakouts, Risers: Week 9

Welcome back to the Week 9 edition of our Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report for the 2026 MLB season, looking at dynasty prospect risers and fallers! Today, we'll take a look at some hot prospects in the minors, including Cristofer Torin, Karson Milbrandt, Alexis Hernandez, and Nolan Perry. We've already arrived at the final week […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (5/28/2026)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! It feels unreal that we are already two months into the season. It feels like just yesterday we started writing these articles. We have a pretty slow Thursday on our hands, with only six games on deck. We are going to have to dig deep here to get some solid home run […]

Ian Happ Breaks Out of Slump With Five-RBI Performance to Carry Cubs

It's been rough sledding of late for Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ, but he was able to turn things around at the plate on Wednesday in the 10-4 win over the hosting Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Happ went 2-for-6 at the plate with a home run and a season-high five RBI to boost his […]

Yordan Alvarez Continues Homer Barrage With Two More Long Balls on Wednesday

Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez is having a year. The 28-year-old left-handed Cuban slugger went 3-for-4 at the plate on Wednesday night in the team's 4-3 victory over the hosting Texas Rangers with two home runs, a walk, and a strikeout to raise his season batting average to .312 and his OPS to 1.085. It […]

Teoscar Hernandez Lifted From Wednesday's Game Early With Hamstring Strain

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (hamstring) was lifted from Wednesday's contest early against the division-rival Colorado Rockies with a left-hamstring strain. Hernandez grounded out in his only at-bat before being pulled and was seen grabbing at his hamstring while running to first base in the second inning. While we'll wait for […]

Ezequiel Duran Exits Early on Wednesday Due to Illness

Texas Rangers utility man Ezequiel Duran (illness) exited early from his team's game against the Houston Astros on Wednesday due to an illness, per Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. Duran was hitless in two plate appearances before leaving the game. The 27-year-old has been a valuable stopgap piece for the Rangers so far this season, hitting […]

Ryan O'Hearn Deserving of a Stash While on Injured List?

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman/outfielder Ryan O'Hearn (quadriceps) has been on the 10-day injured list since May 17 with a quadriceps injury, but he resumed working out on Monday and is worth a look as a stash candidate off the waiver wire with a potential return to the Bucs by the middle of June. The 32-year-old […]

Is Spencer Jones a Worthy Stash Option Following Demotion?

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones was quickly sent back to Triple-A following his brief MLB debut. Jones appeared in 10 games for the Bronx bombers and went 4-for-24 with a 12:3 K:BB and no extra-base hits. Jones was called on as a bench replacement and was unable to carve out a significant role […]

Walker Jenkins Back on the Stash Radar Following Positive Injury Update?

Minnesota Twins top outfield prospect Walker Jenkins has been on the 7-day injured list due to a shoulder injury, but has begun to make steady progress in his recovery. Last week, reports suggested that the former fifth overall selection from the 2023 MLB Draft was nearing a return to baseball activities. As a result, he […]

Kerry Carpenter Facing Live Pitching, Rehab Assignment Could Come Soon

Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (shoulder) is taking live at-bats in a simulated game against right-hander Justin Verlander (hip) on Wednesday, according to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News. It's a good sign that Carpenter is close to being ready to go on a minor-league rehab assignment. It was the first time that Carpenter had […]

Luis Robert Jr. Still Worth Stashing in Deeper Leagues?

New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (back) was transferred to the 60-day injured list on Wednesday, delaying his return to major league action until the end of June, at the earliest. Robert was traded to the Mets this past offseason and has continued to fall off at the plate. He has not yet returned […]

Gavin Sheets a Priority Waiver-Wire Addition Amid Hitting Streak?

San Diego Padres first baseman Gavin Sheets has recorded a base hit in five consecutive games, offering consistency and upside in fantasy baseball. Over his last 13 games, Sheets is 15-for-39 (.385) with four home runs, 10 walks, and nine strikeouts. This level of productivity has turned him into a priority waiver wire addition, especially […]

Brandon Marsh Out With Sprained Finger on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (finger) sprained his right middle finger in Tuesday night's win over the hosting San Diego Padres at Petco Park and is sitting out of the series finale on Wednesday, according to MLB.com. Adolis Garcia will make the start in right field and is batting seventh for the Phils versus Padres […]

Addison Barger Likely to Resume Throwing on Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman/outfielder Addison Barger (elbow) is going to start throwing "probably tomorrow," manager John Schneider told Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Barger could now return quickly to the major-league roster after missing more than two weeks with right-elbow inflammation. It's unclear at this time if the Blue Jays will require Barger to […]

Mets Move Luis Robert Jr. to 60-Day Injured List

The New York Mets announced on Wednesday that they have transferred outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (back) to the 60-day injured list. Robert was initially placed on the 10-day injured list with lumbar spine disc herniation on April 30, and he hasn't been able to resume baseball activities, which has led to his placement on the […]

James Tibbs III Homers, Remains a Top Stash Option as Strong Season Continues

Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect James Tibbs III broke a 21-game homerless drought on Tuesday in a 2-for-6 day at the plate, belting his 12th home run of the season. As has been the case this year, his big power comes with a lot of swing-and-miss, with the Dodgers' 10th-ranked prospect striking out in three […]

Yordan Alvarez Hits Two More Homers in Loss to Rangers

Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was at it again in the team's 10-7 loss to the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Tuesday night, going 2-for-5 at the plate with two home runs, four RBI, and two strikeouts. Alvarez is now hitting .303 on the season with a 1.045 OPS as one of […]

After Two-Homer Game, Joshua Baez Remains a Must-Stash for Power Upside

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Joshua Baez continued his power display at Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday, belting two home runs in a 4-for-6 effort, giving him six home runs in his last 12 games and 13 on the season. The Cards' third-ranked prospect is still striking out way too much with a 33.0 percent K%, […]