Eric Cross' Dynasty Notes - Fantasy Baseball News for Edouard Julien, Sandy Alcantara, Andrew Painter, and more

In the dynasty world, news and notes articles take on a whole new meaning. Not only are we discussing short-term value with these players, but we need to look long-term as well. A good dynasty manager is like Crazy Eyes from the movie Mr. Deeds. You have to have one eye on the present and […]

Top Five Injured Players To Stash In Fantasy Baseball - Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 17

Welcome back to our top fantasy baseball injury stashes for Week 17, looking at IL players as of July 21. Today's list of injured MLB players to consider stashing off the fantasy baseball waiver wire includes Trevor Story, Ryan Helsley, Brandon Drury, Hyun Jin Ryu, and Brendan Rodgers. In case you're not yet familiar, this […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/22/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Saturday, RotoBallers! I'm back with another Saturday main slate DFS breakdown. Friday's main slate was jam-packed, and Saturday should be exciting too. Let's get to it! This article contains my picks for the seven-game main slate on Saturday, July 22, 2023, for both DraftKings and FanDuel, which locks at 7:05 PM ET. The lineup […]

Alexis Diaz Earns 28th Save Friday

Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz didn't fan a batter but was flawless in the ninth frame Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, earning his 28th save of the season. Since taking his first blown save of the year on June 30, the right-handed hurler is 6-for-6 saving games in July. In 2023 he's allowed just 23 […]

Closers and Saves Waiver Wire Report for Fantasy Baseball - Week 17

Folks, we are now firmly in the second half with the trade deadline rapidly approaching. Where has this season gone? Have the new pace of play rules crept into our everyday lives and made time pass us by? Has Rob Manfred found a really, really slow way to time travel into the future that only […]

Garrett Crochet Bothered Again By Shoulder Issue

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Garrett Crochet (shoulder) was pulled from his rehab assignment. The left-hander is bothered by inflammation in his shoulder, the same issue that put him on the shelf back in June. However, with the latest setback, it's unknown when Crochet will return, although it likely won't be anytime soon.

Michael Fulmer Named Opener For Saturday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Michael Fulmer will serve as the opener for Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The right-hander threw 15 pitches during their victory over the Cards on Friday. That being said, Fulmer will likely only be able to pitch the first inning of Saturday's game. The 30-year-old right-hander holds a 4.43 […]

Drew VerHagen Could Return On Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Drew VerHagen (hip) came through his one-inning minor-league rehab stint well on Thursday. If he recovers well on Friday, he could come off the 15-day injured list on Saturday to rejoin the Cardinals' bullpen. The 32-year-old reliever gave up a run on Thursday for Double-A Springfield, but he looks to be […]

Blue Jays Acquire Genesis Cabrera From Cardinals

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired left-hander Genesis Cabrera from the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday in exchange for minor-league catching prospect Sammy Hernandez. Cabrera had been designated for assignment by the Cardinals on Monday. The 26-year-old Dominican southpaw struggled for St. Louis in 32 appearances out of their bullpen this year before being DFA'd, as […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Shohei Ohtani, Max Fried, Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, more

The MLB season continues to chug along and injuries continue to play a factor in fantasy baseball lineups. Fantasy managers must stay up to date with the latest news surrounding banged-up hurlers. Let's take a look at the top injured pitchers including Shohei Ohtani, Max Fried, Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, and more. This is our […]

Quinn Priester - Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Waiver Wire Adds for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 7% of Leagues ANALYSIS: It is that time of year when clubs begin to call up their prospects. Contenders want all hands on deck for a playoff push and those lagging behind need to see who can contribute in 2024. With Endy Rodriguez and Henry Davis already […]

Joe Kelly To Return This Weekend

Chicago White Sox reliever Joe Kelly (elbow) is likely to return during the club's upcoming weekend series against the Minnesota Twins, according to manager Pedro Grifol. The right-hander hasn't pitched in the big leagues since July 4 after suffering right elbow inflammation. Before the ailment, Kelly pitched to a 4.82 ERA and 1.25 WHIP but […]

Jordan Romano Throws Scoreless Ninth On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano made his first appearance of the second half on Thursday, tossing a scoreless ninth inning to secure the 4-0 victory over the San Diego Padres. The right-hander experienced lower-back tightness during his All-Star game appearance and took some days off for treatment. His quick return is great for fantasy […]

Rockies Recall Peter Lambert Thursday

The Colorado Rockies recalled starting pitcher Peter Lambert from Triple-A on Thursday, according to Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post. The right-hander has 34 1/3 Major League innings and one start under his belt this season, posting a 6.29 ERA, 1.63 WHIP, and 23.5% strikeout rate. Lambert will likely start Friday's contest against Braxton Garrett […]

Felix Bautista Grabs Fifth Win

Baltimore Orioles closer Felix Bautista spun two scoreless frames to pick up an important 4-3 extra innings victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. Bautista entered in the ninth with the game tied at 3 and simply dominated the Rays for two innings, striking out three while allowing just a hit batter to reach base. Bautista […]

Ryan Pressly Picks Up 22nd Save

Houston Astros closer Ryan Pressly shut down the Oakland Athletics to preserve a 3-1 win on Thursday. Pressly made quick work of the A's, shutting them down in order while striking out one. It is a nice bounce-back outing for Pressly, who had allowed four runs in his last two appearances. Despite the recent struggles, […]

Raisel Iglesias Notches Save Thursday

Atlanta Braves closer Raisel Iglesias tossed a clean ninth inning to earn his 17th save of the season in a 7-5 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Iglesias did allow a hit and a walk but got out of the inning without allowing a run. This solid bounce-back performance comes two days after he allowed three […]

Jason Foley Notches Save No. 4

Detroit Tigers right-hander Jason Foley allowed one hit over a scoreless inning to pick up the save during Thursday's 3-0 win over the Kansas City Royals. Detroit's primary closer, Alex Lange, had pitched the previous two games. The Tigers called on Foley in the ninth inning to protect a three-run lead. He worked around a […]

Florio's Bullpens and Saves Report for Fantasy Baseball - Post All-Star Break Changes

At this point, I sound like the analyst that cried wolf, but I promise that the relief pitcher trades are coming. With so much of the league bunched together, many teams are waiting until the last possible minute to see if they can go on a run before selling.  But the trades are going to […]

2024 FYPD Targets for Fantasy Baseball Drafts: Top Prospects Include Paul Skenes, Dylan Crews, Wyatt Langford, more

With the Major League Baseball draft now complete, many dynasty leagues are focusing on their First-Year Player Drafts (FYPD). While most leagues will not draft until the offseason, some are drafting now, and it's good to begin looking ahead. While not a ranking piece, this article should give a good idea of the players that […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Framber Valdez, Kevin Gausman, Max Fried, Nestor Cortes, Jon Gray, more

In the first week after the MLB All-Star break, injury headlines continue to pile up. This week's list of injured pitchers has no shortage of star power, so fantasy managers should be sure to stay informed. Let's take a look at the top injured pitchers including Framber Valdez, Kevin Gausman, Max Fried, Nestor Cortes, Jon […]

Jose Alvarado Playing Catch

Philadelphia Phillies lefty Jose Alvarado (elbow) played catch from 60 feet on Tuesday, according to MLB.com. The 28-year-old received a cortisone shot on July 10 and is feeling little pain, but there is still no timetable for his return. Alvarado has been sidelined since the beginning of July after experiencing left-elbow inflammation. Before the elbow […]

Seranthony Dominguez Ready For Rehab Assignment

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Seranthony Dominguez (oblique) threw live batting practice on Monday and could begin a rehab assignment this weekend, according to MLB.com. The right-hander has been on the shelf since the middle of June after straining his left oblique. Across 27 innings this year, Dominguez owns a 4.33 ERA and 1.56 WHIP with 28 […]

Adbert Alzolay Locking Down The Closer Role

Chicago Cubs right-hander Adbert Alzolay is enjoying the best season of his career up to this point, producing a 2.63 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and 28.9% strikeout rate across 41 innings, all out of the bullpen. The 28-year-old's been rewarded for his numbers, as he's earned seven saves this season, five of which have come since […]

Felix Bautista Picks Up Save No. 26 Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles reliever Felix Bautista earned his 26th save of the season on Wednesday when his team beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-5. He pitched the ninth inning, giving up one hit, but struck out one and didn't allow a run. Bautista's been nothing but phenomenal this season, posting a 1.00 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, and […]

Grayson Rodriguez - Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Waiver Wire Adds for Week 18

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 50% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Grayson Rodriguez was the darling of many fantasy managers' draft boards in the preseason. He was identified as a sneaky middle-round pick with the potential upside of a future ace. Unfortunately, he proceeded to demolish the ratios of any fantasy team that held […]

Alex Speas Called Up By Rangers

The Texas Rangers selected the contract of right-hander Alex Speas from Triple-A Round Rock on Wednesday and optioned left-hander John King to Round Rock in a corresponding move. The Rangers also designated left-hander Taylor Hearn for assignment. Speas has had to wait a while, but he'll be making his first appearance in the major leagues […]

Pirates To Designate Wil Crowe For Assignment

The Pittsburgh Pirates will designate relief pitcher Wil Crowe (shoulder) for assignment once he comes off the 60-day injured list. Crowe initially came to Pittsburgh as one half of the Josh Bell trade. He had been rehabbing at Triple-A Indianapolis and was close to rejoining the team. The 28-year-old right-hander hasn't pitched for the Pirates […]

Orioles Acquiring Shintaro Fujinami From The A's

The Baltimore Orioles are acquiring rookie right-hander Shintaro Fujinami from the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday. It's unknown what the Orioles sent to the A's in return. In his first year in the big leagues, the 29-year-old Japanese right-hander didn't last long as a starter for the A's and was quickly moved to the bullpen. He's […]

Mariners Bringing Up Prelander Berroa

The Seattle Mariners are recalling pitching prospect Prelander Berroa and right-hander Devin Sweet from Double-A Arkansas on Wednesday and optioning pitchers Ty Adcock and Isaiah Campbell to the minors in corresponding moves. Berroa is the team's No. 13 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and he'll come to the big leagues after posting a 2.93 ERA, 1.30 […]