Michael Conforto Roughly Two Weeks Away From Return

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (hamstring) is roughly two weeks away from a return to the Mets, according to general manager Zack Scott. Conforto is progressing in his recovery from a significant hamstring strain suffered on May 16. Assuming Conforto suffers no setbacks in his recovery, which would likely include a rehab assignment, we […]

Jeff McNeil To Potentially Return Next Weekend

According to New York Mets general manager Zack Scott, second baseman Jeff McNeil (hamstring) could return to the Mets by next weekend in time for their series against the Nationals in Washington. McNeil suffered a significant hamstring strain back on May 16 and has been on the 10-day injured list since May 17. While no […]

Luis Arraez To Begin Rehab Assignment Friday

Minnesota Twins infielder/outfielder Luis Arraez (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints Friday. Arraez has been out since May 23 with a partially dislocated right shoulder, though he's taken swings and ran the bases in the last two days, coming out of both activities pain-free. It's not clear how long […]

Starling Marte Has Four Hits On Thursday

Miami Marlins outfielder Starling Marte was outstanding in Thursday's 11-4 win over the Colorado Rockies. Marte went 4-for-5 with two runs scored and an RBI. He hit a home run, a double, and two singles, falling just a triple shy of the first cycle in Marlins history. Marte's home run came with no one on […]

Fantasy Baseball Trade Targets for Week 11

Sometimes fantasy baseball can resemble the stock market. You want the best portfolio of players without having to pay too much for them. Sometimes to achieve the optimal team, you need to make trades. The best way to gain added value is to trade away an over-performing player for one in a rut. This way, […]

The Outsiders: Deeper Hitting Prospects to Know for Dynasty Leagues

Welcome to the debut of a new recurring piece where I will highlight prospects that should be on your radar in deep dynasty leagues. For "standard" dynasty leagues, we have RotoBaller's Premium Top 250 Dynasty Prospect Rankings, updated and maintained by our prospect guru Marc Hulet. But for you degenerates who participate in the deepest […]

Ramon Laureano Took Batting Practice Thursday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano (hip) was able to take batting practice ahead of Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals. It sounds like Laureano is making good progress from his right hip strain. He has been sidelined since June 1, but could return to the big league roster shortly. The young outfielder claims he […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (6/11/21): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

We’re set for a big 13-game Friday night slate that features seven games in venues that rank in the top half of MLB in ESPN’s Park Factor rating. That gives us plenty of hitters to choose from, but there are also some high-end pitching options available. The most elite pitcher in all of baseball at […]

Byron Buxton Homers Twice In Rehab Game

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (hip) had a strong day at the plate in his second rehab game for the Triple-A St. Paul Saints. Buxton had said he wasn't entirely comfortable at the plate following his first game, though he sure looked the part on Thursday night, clubbing a pair of two-run homers and a […]

Daily MLB DFS Value Plays for FanDuel, DraftKings for 6/11/21 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for 6/11/2021. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. We have a 13-game slate on tap tonight, and as usual, there is a ton of value. Pitching is rather top-heavy tonight with Max […]

Andrew Benintendi Hits His Seventh Home Run On Thursday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi continued his hot start to June with a big game at the plate against the Oakland Athletics on Thursday. Benintendi went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs scored in the game. He is now slashing .290/.333/.677 with three home runs, 12 RBI and five runs through […]

MLB DFS Cheat Sheet, Stacks and Avoids for 6/11/21 (Premium Content)

  MLB DFS Premium Cheatsheet for 6/11 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.   Slightly smaller slate tonight for a Friday, but it's still chalk full of great plays. The weather appears to be cooperating as well, so this should be jam-packed night of MLB action.    Top Tournament […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Lineup Picks for Friday 6/11

Welcome to another edition of our daily fantasy baseball streamers! Are you playing in leagues with daily moves and looking to beef up those rosters? We here at RotoBaller are there for you and all of your streaming needs. Whether you are just trying to get that elusive category win or you are trying to […]

Hunter Renfroe Scores Twice Thurday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Hunter Renfroe went 1-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored in Thursday's matchup against the Houston Astros. After a torrid May in which he slashed .319/.333/.604, Renfroe is now consistently batting in the fifth or sixth spot in the lineup and finding ways to contribute on a daily basis. Renfroe […]

Kike Hernandez Has Two Hits In Return To Leadoff Spot

Boston Red Sox utility man Kike Hernandez returned to the leadoff spot Thursday and came through against the Houston Astros, going 2-for-4 with two doubles, a walk, a run, and an RBI. Hernandez has largely struggled in his first season in Boston, posting a .692 OPS with five homers and a steal, and his grasp […]

Jake Fraley Steals Fourth Base

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jake Fraley stole his fourth base of the year Thursday. Fraley was otherwise 1-for-3 in the contest against the Tigers with a walk and a run scored. In just 38 at-bats across 15 games, Fraley now has two home runs and four steals. He has a safe fantasy floor with his outstanding […]

Jake Bauers Drives In A Run In Mariners Debut

Seattle Mariners first baseman/outfielder Jake Bauers made his team debut Thursday against the Tigers, and he contributed an RBI single in four at-bats. Bauers was acquired with the intention of spelling Evan White at first base and making the occasional start in the outfield, but he may be in for some additional playing time with […]

Mitch Haniger Homers Twice In Loss Thursday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger supplied most of the offense Thursday afternoon, going 2-for-4 with two solo home runs. Haniger now moves into a tie for the sixth most homers in the major leagues with 16. It's his first home run since May 29, and he now has a .258/.306/.525 slash line on the year […]

Adam Engel Goes Yard In Victory

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Thursday's victory versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Eaton returned to the White Sox last weekend and he has started three of the four games that he has been eligible for. Eaton is more known for his defense and can remain on […]

Tyler O'Neill is the Cardinals Outfielder You're Looking For

Don't look now, but Tyler O'Neill is taking the league by storm! Through two months, the fourth-year Cardinals outfielder has posted some impressive numbers across the board and is getting the attention of many folks around the league. He's not only seized a spot in the lineup every day, but he's also working his way […]

Alex Kirilloff Exits Game With Sprained Left Ankle

Minnesota Twins outfielder/first baseman Alex Kirilloff (ankle) left Thursday's game early with a sprained left ankle, per Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Kirilloff appeared to injure himself when attempting to field a Gio Urshela triple in the first inning, though the Twins are calling the injury a "low-grade" sprain. Gilberto Celestino took […]

Aristides Aquino Could Be Activated Soon

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Aristides Aquino (wrist) could be activated as early as Sunday's matchup against the Rockies. The 27-year-old had surgery on his hamate bone in April and has slowly been working his way back since, recently participating in a rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville. Aquino is batting .231 this season but may have a […]

Mookie Betts Beginning To Heat Up With Sixth Home Run

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts went 2-for-4 with a walk and a solo home run in Thursday's victory versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Betts started the game with his home run versus Mitch Keller. He also swiped his sixth stolen base of the season. Betts has been off to a slow start and has dealt […]

Cody Bellinger Scores Twice In Victory

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger went 2-for-5 with a pair of runs scored versus the Pittsburgh Pirates in Thursday's contest that was called in the top of the eighth inning. Bellinger returned from the injured list on May 29 and is now hitting .203 with one home run, nine RBI and a stolen […]

Trent Grisham Beginning Rehab Assignment Thursday

San Diego Padres outfielder Trent Grisham (hamstring) is leading off and playing center during his first rehab game at Triple-A on Thursday. He has been sidelined with a contusion on his left foot near his heel. It sounds like Grisham is making solid progress, but he should be able to return to the Padres roster […]

Cavan Biggio May Meet The Team In Boston

Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said that there's a good chance that infielder/outfielder Cavan Biggio (neck) will meet the team in Boston on Friday for the start of their weekend series. Biggio has been out since May 21 with a cervical spine sprain, and the Blue Jays didn't want to rush him on a […]

Luis Arraez Could Begin Rehab Assignment In Next Day Or Two

Minnesota Twins infielder/outfielder Luis Arraez (shoulder) could begin a rehab assignment in the next day or two, per manager Rocco Baldelli. Arraez wasn't able to do much over the last couple of weeks as he dealt with a partially dislocated right shoulder- though he ramped up his activity recently, taking batting practice Wednesday and running […]

Mookie Betts Homers In Win Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts went 2-for-4 with a home run, a stolen base, a walk, one RBI and two runs scored in a 6-3 win over the Pirates on Thursday. It was Betts' sixth homer and sixth steal of the season, as he is now slashing .255/.366/.447 with 22 RBI and 34 runs […]

Rob Refsnyder Remains Out Of Lineup

Minnesota Twins infielder/outfielder Rob Refsnyder (hamstring) remains out of the lineup Thursday against the New York Yankees. This will be Refsnyder's second missed game due to left hamstring tightness. Gilberto Celestino will make another start in center field after recording the first hit of his career Wednesday.

Ronald Acuna Jr. Goes Hitless On Thursday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. went 0-for-4 with a walk and two strikeouts in a 4-3 loss to the Phillies on Thursday. Acuna has been mired in a bit of a slump recently, as he is 0-for-7 over his last two games, and is slashing .208/.406/.375 with one home run, three steals, three RBI […]