Fantasy Baseball All-Surprise Team - Kevin's Top Breakout Players (2025)

The 2025 fantasy baseball season is in the books, so it's time to look back on some of the biggest surprise stars and performances. These aren't just the players who provided the greatest value surplus compared to their draft cost. These are the players that, as I was looking back on their season, really made […]

Owen Caissie Symptom-Free, Aiming for Breakout 2026 Season

Chicago Cubs rookie outfielder Owen Caissie (concussion) is reportedly symptom-free after suffering a concussion in a September 13 loss to the Rays. The 23-year-old returned to full baseball activities before the end of the season and is now focused on a productive offseason. Caissie's rookie campaign was brief, as he appeared in only 12 games […]

Isaac Collins Getting First Postseason Start

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Isaac Collins will move into the starting lineup for the first time this postseason. Collins came off the bench twice during the NLDS versus the Chicago Cubs. He'll now enter the lineup for the first time as he'll bat eighth and start in left field against left-hander Blake Snell. Collins slashed .263/.368/.411 […]

Jackson Chourio to Bat Leadoff in Game 1

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio will move into the leadoff spot in the lineup ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Chourio appears to be back at full strength after suffering a hamstring injury during Game 1 of the NLDS. Despite the injury, Chourio was able to go 7-for-19 at […]

Anthony Santander Scratched From Game 2 of ALCS With Back Tightness

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (back) has been scratched from Game 2 of the American League Championship Series on Monday against the visiting Seattle Mariners due to lower-back tightness, according to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. In his place, Davis Schneider will start in left field and bat eighth in the order versus Mariners right-hander […]

Nathan Lukes Back in ALCS Lineup After Suffering Knee Contusion

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes (knee) fouled a ball off his right kneecap in the Game 1 loss to the Seattle Mariners in the American League Championship Series on Sunday, but he is back in the lineup for Game 2 in Toronto on Monday, according to Blake Murphy. X-rays and a CT scan on […]

Mike Shildt Retires as a Manager

Manager Mike Shildt will not be returning to the San Diego Padres next season and has decided to retire, according to Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. The 57-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Padres, but he said "the grind of the baseball season has taken a severe toll on […]

Kyle Tucker Unsure About Returning to Chicago

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker said he's unsure if he'll re-sign with the organization this offseason. As expected, Tucker is expected to head to free agency after his one season on the North Side. He was able to help the Cubs win a postseason series, but they ultimately fell short to the Milwaukee Brewers in […]

Cody Bellinger Plans to Opt Out of Contract

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger plans to opt out of the final season of his contract and become a free agent, Jorge Castillo of ESPN.com reports. With a $25 million player option and a $5 million buyout, Bellinger will leave $20 million on the table if he chooses to reach free agency. However, he […]

Aaron Judge to Need Offseason Elbow Surgery?

When asked about the injured elbow he dealt with this year, New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (elbow) said, "We'll definitely do some work on it and get it right." When asked if that could mean having offseason surgery, Judge added, "I'm not a doctor. I don't know." Judge went on the 10-day injured list […]

Harrison Bader Sitting Out in Game 3

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's Game 3 versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bader was a game-time decision coming into this game after suffering a groin injury in Game 1. As a result, Bader was out of the starting lineup in Game 2 and will begin […]

Anthony Santander Remains in the Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will remain in the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's Game 4 versus the New York Yankees. Santander will stick in the lineup after going 1-for-4 with two RBI during Game 3. He'll cover right field and bat seventh versus right-hander Cam Schlittler on Wednesday. Santander does have good pop […]

Davis Schneider Heads to the Bench

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Davis Schneider will head to the bench ahead of Wednesday's Game 4 of the ALDS versus the New York Yankees. Schneider will find himself out of the lineup after going 2-for-6 with two walks during two games during this series. This seems like more of a matchup decision to get the […]

Jackson Chourio Back in Lineup for NLDS Game 3

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is starting in left field and is hitting second for Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday at Wrigley Field against the division-rival Chicago Cubs and right-hander Jameson Taillon. Chourio was pulled from the Game 1 win on Saturday with right-hamstring tightness, and he left the […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (10/8/2025)

Welcome Back, RotoBallers! This is likely the last full day of MLB we see for the rest of the season. We have all four divisional series games on the slate for us as the Yankees clutched up and survived the sweep in Game 3. All four games are possible elimination games. We could be in […]

Colton Cowser Played Through Rib Fractures in 2025

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (ribs) played through two broken ribs (avulsion fractures) that he suffered in June, according to The Baltimore Banner's Andy Kostka. In addition to broken ribs, Cowser missed two months earlier in the year due to a broken thumb. Injuries really hampered him this year -- he also suffered a concussion […]

Jose Altuve to Require Offseason Foot Surgery?

Houston Astros second baseman/outfielder Jose Altuve (foot) said he played through a "pretty painful" right-foot injury late in the year, "but I had no choice but to go out there and play," according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Altuve will visit with doctors, and they are going to "recommend some stuff" in the offseason. […]

Harrison Bader a Game-Time Decision for Game 3

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) is considered a game-time decision ahead of Game 3 of the NLDS, according to manager Rob Thomson. Bader suffered a left groin injury during Game 1 of this series on Saturday. As a result, Bader was out of the starting lineup in Game 2, but came off the bench […]

Anthony Santander Returning to the Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander is back in the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's Game 3 of the ALDS versus the New York Yankees. Santander played in the series opener, but was benched in favor of Myles Straw in Game 2. Santander went 1-for-3 with a single in Game 1. He'll bat seventh and […]

Jackson Chourio Day-to-Day Heading into Game 3 of NLDS

The Milwaukee Brewers removed outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) from the Game 2 win in the National League Division Series on Monday due to right-hamstring tightness, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. "He felt it again," manager Pat Murphy said. Chourio will have a very light day at Wrigley Field on Tuesday and is day-to-day heading […]

Jackson Chourio in Starting Lineup for NLDS Game 2

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is starting in left field and leading off in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs and left-hander Shota Imanaga. Chourio left Game 1 due to hamstring tightness and underwent an MRI that produced inconclusive results. However, it appears the injury is not serious […]

Harrison Bader Not in Lineup for Game 2 of NLDS on Monday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) is not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Monday against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park. Left-groin tightness was the reason Bader was pulled from the Game 1 loss to L.A. on Saturday. The 31-year-old veteran will not […]

Jackson Chourio's MRI Results Come Back Inconclusive

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) underwent an MRI after making an early exit during Saturday's Game 1 of the NLDS versus the Chicago Cubs. Chourio was pulled out after suffering hamstring tightness while running out a ball in the second inning. He underwent an MRI over the weekend, but the results were inconclusive. That's […]

Torii Hunter a Managerial Candidate for Angels

Longtime major-league outfielder Torii Hunter is expected to be a candidate to take over as the Angels' next manager, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. He joins legendary slugger and former Angel Albert Pujols among the early possibilities to succeed the departed Ron Washington. The 50-year-old Hunter enjoyed a decorated career across […]

Harrison Bader Could Play in Game 2 of NLDS

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) left a 5-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday with groin tightness. After Bader underwent an MRI, manager Rob Thomson told reporters that he did not suffer a tear or a strain. As a result, depending on how Bader responds to […]

Nathan Lukes Not in Lineup on Sunday for Game 2 of ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes isn't part of the starting nine for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The lefty-swinging Lukes will sit with southpaw Max Fried on the mound, leaving right field to No. 9 hitter Myles Straw. Lukes helped lead the Blue Jays to a 10-1 […]

Anthony Santander Sitting on Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will sit for Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday against New York Yankees left-hander Max Fried. Santander started in left field in a 10-1 win on Saturday and went 1-for-3, but Davis Schneider will take his place and bat second as the Jays attempt to take a commanding […]

Addison Barger Out of Lineup for Game 2 of ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman/outfielder Addison Barger isn't in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The lefty-swinging Barger, who went 1-for-4 in a 10-1 rout on Saturday, will take a seat with southpaw Max Fried on the mound. Ernie Clement will cover third base and […]

Harrison Bader Exits Game 1 with Groin Injury

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bader was pulled out for Nick Castellanos in the seventh inning for what was believed to be a hamstring injury. Now, the Phillies are saying Bader exited the contest due to groin tightness. […]

Victor Robles Playing in Game 1

Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles (shoulder) is in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Game 1 of the ALDS versus the Detroit Tigers. Robles missed the final three games of the regular season due to a shoulder injury. However, the Mariners had a first-round bye, so that appears to have been enough time for Robles […]