Michael Grove To Miss 2025 Season

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Michael Grove (elbow) is expected to miss the upcoming 2025 season. Grove underwent surgery on his right shoulder and won't be able to pitch this season. It appears to be the same shoulder that forced him off the roster during the playoffs last season. The organization was hopeful that Grove would […]

Carlos Estevez Could Make Spring Debut Late Next Week

Kansas City Royals right-handed reliever Carlos Estevez (back) is scheduled to throw a live batting practice session in camp on Tuesday and then will hopefully be able to make his Cactus League debut next Friday, according to MLB.com's Anne Rogers. Estevez has slowly been ramping up in spring training due to lower-back tightness, but if […]

Interpreting Minor League Stats (MiLB) for Fantasy Baseball Analysis (2025)

Welcome RotoBallers to our overview of minor league (MiLB) statistics. This article is a deeper dive into MiLB stats and is part of our ongoing series "Using Sabermetrics for Fantasy Baseball." In this article, we'll explore the predictive power of numbers on the farm, including how to deal with small MiLB sample sizes and when […]

Jared Young, Austin Warren Optioned to Triple-A

The New York Mets have assigned first baseman Jared Young and right-handed pitcher Austin Warren to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday. Young signed an MLB contract with the Mets earlier in the offseason. However, he will begin his 2025 season in the minor leagues. Last season, Young spent his entire campaign playing for Triple-A Memphis. Across […]

10 Fantasy Baseball Bold Predictions - Dave Funnell's 2025 Picks

As we move closer to Opening Day, more and more fantasy baseball leagues will be having their drafts. When looking for ways to differentiate yourself from the pack, it's important to remember that those decisions can make or break your chances of winning. While making bold predictions can provide for league-winning decisions, taking on too […]

Kevin Herget Sent To Triple-A

The New York Mets have optioned right-handed pitcher Kevin Herget to Triple-A Syracuse. The Mets claimed Hergert off waivers earlier in the offseason but he was unable to capture a spot on the Opening Day roster. Last season, Hergert tossed 11 1/3 innings with the Milwaukee Brewers and held a strong 1.59 ERA with a […]

Erik Miller Tallies Three Strikeouts In Spring Debut

San Francisco Giants left-handed pitcher Erik Miller (illness) made his spring training debut on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals. Miller allowed one hit and hit a batter but did not allow a run. He tallied all three of his outs via strikeouts. The 27-year-old initially dealt with a minor finger injury during camp but […]

Top 750 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Roto Leagues (March Updates)

It's a great time of year, as MLB Opening Day is rapidly approaching. We couldn't be more excited, and we'll be preparing you all throughout March with constantly-updated fantasy baseball rankings to reflect the latest injuries, news, and role changes. Today you'll find our MLB team's updated 2025 fantasy baseball rankings for roto leagues (5x5 […]

Sean Reynolds Unlikely To Be Ready For Opening Day

San Diego Padres right-handed pitching prospect Sean Reynolds (foot) is not expected to break camp with the Padres. Reynolds has been dealing with a stress reaction in his foot and has been wearing a walking boot. He has been unable to take the mound as well. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during […]

Bryan Hoeing Not Expected To Be Ready For Opening Day

San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Bryan Hoeing (shoulder) is not expected to earn a spot on the Opening Day roster. Hoeing has battled shoulder soreness throughout most of camp. He recently began playing catch but has not been able to increase his workload. Last season, the 28-year-old was effective in the majors and posted a […]

Max Lazar Optioned To Triple-A

The Philadelphia Phillies optioned right-handed pitcher Max Lazar to Triple-A on Saturday. Lazar was competing for a spot in the Opening Day bullpen but will begin his season at the Triple-A level instead. Last season, the 25-year-old made his MLB debut and held a 4.61 ERA with a 1.10 WHIP. He tallied punchouts at a […]

Luarbert Arias Optioned to Triple-A

Miami Marlins right-handed pitching prospect Luarbert Arias was optioned to Triple-A. Arias was competing for a spot in the Miami bullpen. Last season, the 24-year-old made his Trie-A debut and performed quite well. He held a 3.04 ERA with a 1.19 WHIP across 68 innings. He tallied 75 punchouts and served up 27 free passes. […]

Justin Topa Dealing With Shoulder Tightness

Minnesota Twins right-handed pitcher Justin Topa (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder tightness and is set to play catch later on Saturday to determine the extent of the injury. The 34-year-old was removed from a spring training contest on Wednesday due to this injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he could be […]

Michael Tonkin Has "Slight" Shoulder Strain

Minnesota Twins right-handed pitcher Michael Tonkin (shoulder) has a "slight" shoulder strain and will be examined in a week. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he could be in danger of missing Opening Day if this injury begins to linger. Tonkin last made an appearance in spring training on February 28. Last […]

Andrew Kittredge Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery

The Baltimore Orioles are saying that right-handed reliever Andrew Kittredge (knee) had "successful left-knee debridement" with Dr. Leigh Ann Curl in Baltimore on Friday. Kittredge is now expected to miss multiple months as he rehabs from knee surgery. It's a blow to the back end of Baltimore's bullpen to open the season, especially with their […]

Ryan Burr Battling Right-Shoulder Fatigue

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Ryan Burr (shoulder) has been dealing with right-shoulder fatigue in camp and won't appear in a Grapefruit League game anytime soon. Burr has been limited to light throwing for the time being, and the Jays expect to have a clearer picture of his next steps in a few days. The […]

$1 Fantasy Baseball Auction Draft Values - Hitters and Pitchers (2025)

We're back with more fantasy baseball auction draft strategy articles, and today we're looking at hitters and pitchers with fantasy baseball auction draft values (AAV) of $1. You can check out several other articles and player recommendations for fantasy baseball auction leagues, including hitters and pitchers under $10 and under $5. In auction draft formats, […]

6 Late-Round Draft Fliers - Fantasy Baseball Value Picks With Upside

We are only a week or so into spring training but I’ve already bit the bullet on fantasy baseball drafts in 2025. I’m a few weeks (months, even) behind some of the industry sharps, but as someone who typically waits until the last week or so before the regular season opening, it feels good to […]

Brandon Young Sent To Minor-League Camp

The Baltimore Orioles have sent pitching prospect Brandon Young to minor-league camp. The 26-year-old was competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster but will instead continue his development in the minors to open the campaign. Last season, Young spent most of the season at Triple-A Norfolk, where he held a 3.44 ERA with […]

Max Kranick Sharp In Spring Training

New York Mets right-handed pitcher Max Kranick has performed very well through his first taste of spring training. Across seven innings, Kranick has tossed seven shutout frames with four hits, no walks, and eight punchouts. Given his strong performance, he could become a favorite to land a spot in the bullpen. The 27-year-old has not […]

Tyler Matzek Expected To Miss Time

New York Yankees left-handed pitcher Tyler Matzek (oblique) is expected to miss a few weeks due to an oblique strain. However, the 34-year-old could resume a throwing program on Monday. The Yankees invited Matzek to camp after he signed a minor-league deal earlier in the offseason. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status but […]

Jalen Beeks Signs Minor-League Deal With Houston

The Houston Astros have signed left-handed relief pitcher Jalen Beeks to a minor-league contract. Beeks spent the 2024 campaign with the Colorado Rockies and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Across 70 total frames, Beeks held a 4.50 ERA with a 1.49 WHIP. He tallied just 55 strikeouts and held an 8.7 percent walk rate. Despite his low […]

Ian Hamilton Nearing Spring Training Debut

New York Yankees right-handed pitcher Ian Hamilton (infection) is nearing his spring training debut. Hamilton has been dealing with an infection during the early part of camp. However, given that the team is expressing optimism about his status, suggests he will not be in any danger of missing Opening Day. Last season, Hamilton logged 37 […]

Erik Swanson Likely To Open The Season On Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Erik Swanson (forearm) will likely open the season on the injured list. Swanson felt discomfort in his right elbow after throwing a bullpen and is set to undergo an MRI. Even though the team is still waiting for the results, the reliever is expected to open the season on the […]

Andrew Kittredge To Have Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde announced on Friday that right-handed reliever Andrew Kittredge (knee) will have arthroscopic left-knee surgery, which will cause him to open the 2025 season on the injured list. Kittredge is expected to miss multiple months. The 34-year-old veteran was pulled from his Grapefruit League outing last Saturday due to soreness in […]

Cardinals More Likely To Use Matthew Liberatore In Relief Role

The Athletic's Katie Woo writes that all inclinations are that the St. Louis Cardinals are leaning towards using left-hander Matthew Liberatore as a multi-inning reliever (a role he excelled in last year) instead as starting-pitching depth. Liberatore has been dominant in spring games so far, retiring 21 of the 22 batters he's faced without allowing […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Value Team: Favorite Value Picks at Every Position

The fantasy baseball draft is the most anticipated event on the fantasy baseball calendar. At this time of year, an offseason of speculation, research, and rankings come to a head as managers finally get to assemble a team and see how their best-laid plans play out. Experienced fantasy managers come to drafts with a plan. […]

Prelander Berroa Needs Tommy John Surgery

Chicago White Sox right-handers Prelander Berroa (elbow) and Juan Carela (elbow) both will need Tommy John surgery, according to the team. It means that both pitchers will miss the entire 2025 season and could be forced to miss the start of next year as well. Berroa, 24, was initially injured during a Cactus League outing […]

Shawn Dubin To Play Catch On Saturday

Houston Astros right-hander Shawn Dubin (shoulder) will resume playing catch in camp on Saturday after battling right-shoulder inflammation. Additionally, right-hander Kaleb Ort (oblique) is progressing nicely and has been throwing off flat ground. Because Dubin hasn't pitched at all in spring training yet, he will not be ready for Opening Day in late March. However, […]

Clayton Beeter Won't Be Ready For Opening Day

New York Yankees right-hander Clayton Beeter (shoulder) will not be ready for Opening Day, according to The Athletic's Chris Kirschner. Additionally, left-hander Tyler Matzek (oblique) could also open the 2025 regular season on the injured list due to an oblique injury. Beeter has been throwing off a mound, but the 26-year-old has yet to appear […]