Ryan Yarbrough Spins Gem

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough got another start on Saturday and beat the Red Sox, pitching 7 2/3 innings with seven strikeouts, no walks, and one earned run. His only mistake was a home run ball to Jackie Bradley Jr. but was otherwise unhittable. This was a lineup without J.D. Martinez, but that doesn't […]

Mike Shawaryn Makes Strong First Impression

Boston Red Sox pitcher Mike Shawaryn pitched two innings, allowing no hits, and striking out three in Saturday's game one of a doubleheader loss to Tampa Bay. He needed 36 pitches to get through his outing, but he stopped the bleeding left by starter Josh Smith's four-run second inning. Shawaryn made his MLB debut on […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox (6/9/19)

Welcome to the Sunday, June 9th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. That rumbling in the distance is just the sound of Yordan Alvarez being called up to the majors. Don't worry, it'll pass. While that waiver-wire ship has almost surely sailed long ago for many of you in competitive leagues, we still have absurd amounts […]

The Cut List (Week 11) - Time to Let Go?

It's June 9, an exciting date to some, because it means another Cut List. (Were you thinking some other reason?) Last week's changeup, which involved cut suggestions in three different league sizes--10, 12, and 14/15 teams--continues. Stats are through Friday, June 7. New weekly reminders: Recommendations in one league size obviously apply to smaller leagues. […]

Nationals Activate Trevor Rosenthal From Injured List

The Washington Nationals were forced to make a decision on relief pitcher Trevor Rosenthal (viral infection) as his 30-day rehab assignment was about to expire. The Nationals chose to activate Rosenthal from the Injured List and send Kyle McGowin to Double-A on Saturday. Rosenthal was a trainwreck with the Nationals in March and April, posting […]

Rays Call Up Colin Poché, Send Casey Sadler to Triple-A

The Tampa Bay Rays have a number of exceedingly interesting pitchers in their minor league system, and on Saturday, they chose to promote one of the more intriguing ones. Colin Poché has been a strikeout machine in the minors the past three-to-four years and last season, he was exceptional across the board at Double-A and […]

Dellin Betances Suffers Setback

New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances (shoulder) was too sore to throw a bullpen session on Friday and will have his right shoulder examined by team doctor Chris Ahmad on Monday. Betances has been out all season and doesn't have a timetable for a return at this point. The hard-throwing right-hander typically doesn't see […]

Rookie Davis On Injured List, Nick Kingham Cut

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed pitcher Rookie Davis (finger) on the 10-day injured list on Saturday with a blister on his right middle finger and designated pitcher Nick Kingham for assignment. Outfielder Corey Dickerson (shoulder) and third baseman Jung Ho Kang (oblique) are back from the injured list, while reliever Michael Feliz has been recalled from […]

Joe Jimenez (RP, DET) - Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 9% of leagues ANALYSIS: Normally when you start a month by allowing five ER and four walks in two IP, your spot in the bullpen may be up for grabs. Luckily, when you are Joe Jimenez and pitch for the Detroit Tigers who rank 27th in the MLB […]

Yonny Chirinos Goes Eight Strong Innings

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Yonny Chirinos got the start on Friday against the Red Sox and threw eight scoreless innings with six strikeouts, two walks, and only two hits. It's time for his 58% ownership in Yahoo leagues to make a jump. He's rocking a 7-2 record, 2.87 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and a 20.9 percent […]

Buy or Sell - Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 11

Today's piece covers a set of players who either should not be available on waivers or will return back there soon. Most of the earlier editions of this recurring buy or sell article have included several universally owned players whose values have been manipulated enough by early season performances. Unfortunately, as we get deeper into the year, […]

Five Pitchers To Add for Week 11: After Hours with RotoBaller Radio

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discuss the 2019 fantasy baseball season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - Monday through Friday from 6-7 am ET, from 1-2 pm ET and Saturdays from 5-7 pm ET. You can also find […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox (6/8/19)

Welcome to the Saturday, June 8th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Brad Hand Throws an Excellent Inning and Earns His 19th Save

Cleveland Indians closer Brad Hand was excellent on Friday, striking out the side on just 12 pitches. He earned his 19th save and lowered his ERA to 1.01. There have been some rumors of Hand being on the trading block, but he's been so great that he's a pretty safe bet to stay in the […]

Closers and Saves Report - Week 10 Waiver Wire

Big news for the Cubs bullpen this week: Pedro Strop is back! Off the injured list and right back into the closer's role. That's it, right? That's the big news for the Cubs bullpen? The Orioles bullpen was a mess this week, and their original closer might be working his way back into the ninth. […]

Seranthony Dominguez Placed On Injured List

The Philadelphia Phillies placed relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez (elbow) on the 10-day injured list with a UCL injury to his right elbow. The injury could lead to season-ending Tommy John surgery, but he is getting a second opinion. The Phillies recalled reliever Ranger Suarez from Triple-A Lehigh Valley in a corresponding move. Dominguez was 3-0 […]

Charlie Blackmon, Wade Davis Back From Injured List

The Colorado Rockies activated outfielder Charlie Blackmon (calf) and closer Wade Davis (oblique) from the injured list on Friday and designated reliever Chris Rusin for assignment and optioned second baseman Garrett Hampson to Triple-A Albuquerque in corresponding moves. Blackmon, 32, is not in the lineup on Friday but should be back in there on Saturday. […]

Roberto Osuna Still Elite After Blowing Second Save

Houston Astros closer Roberto Osuna blew only his second save of the season Thursday against the Mariners. Osuna came into the game with 16 saves on the season but will have to wait for his next opportunity to add to that number. The 24-year-old otherwise is enjoying a fantastic season with a 2.17 ERA, a […]

No Timetable For Craig Kimbrel To Join Cubs

Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel said "this isn't about being on the field as fast as I can." There is no timetable for him to make his season debut with the team after his deal was officially announced on Friday. The hard-throwing right-hander is expected to start at extended spring training and then pitch in […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox (6/7/19)

Welcome to the Friday, June 7th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss […]

Aroldis Chapman Disarms Late Rally For Save

After New York Yankees reliever Chad Green loaded the bases to begin the bottom of the ninth, manager Aaron Boone was forced to summon closer Aroldis Chapman. The Yankees held a five-run lead but Chapman faced a save situation nonetheless and managed to ease tensions in a hurry. The 31-year-old quickly induced a monumental double […]

Taylor Rogers Earns Save on Thursday

Minnesota Twins left-hander Taylor Rogers got the final six outs of a 5-4 win over the Cleveland Indians on Thursday to pick up the save. Rogers allowed one run to score while striking out three batters in the game. The 28-year-old reliever has been solid out of Minnesota's pen this season, posting a 2-1 record, […]

Jalen Beeks Throws Four Scoreless Innings

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jalen Beeks threw 4 1/3 scoreless innings with two strikeouts and earned the win over the Tigers Thursday. Ryne Stanek let up one run in the first, but Beeks was able to shut the Tigers down until the late innings. At 4% ownership in Yahoo leagues, this is the perfect setup […]

Matt Barnes Earns Save Despite Earned Run

Boston Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes allowed one run in his fourth save on Thursday over the Royals. He allowed a single to Alex Gordon and then an RBI double to Jorge Soler, but proceeded to strike out the next two batters to end the game. Barnes remains the go-to guy for the Red Sox […]

Five Hitters To Own for Week 11: After Hours With RotoBaller Radio

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discuss the 2019 fantasy baseball season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - Monday through Friday from 6-7 am ET, from 1-2 pm ET and Saturdays from 5-7 pm ET. You can also find […]

John Gant Wins His Fifth Game Of The Season Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher John Gant improved to 5-0 on Thursday, earning a win after pitching 1 1/3 perfect innings. He struck out a batter and needed just 12 pitches to get the four outs. Gant inherited two baserunners but he made quick work of everyone he faced, not allowing those runs to score. […]

Jordan Hicks Picks Up a Save With a Perfect Inning on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Jordan Hicks earned his 12th save of the season on Thursday, tossing a perfect ninth inning to lock down a 3-1 win. He lowered his ERA to 3.80 and opposing hitters are batting just .189 against him. Still, it looks like his leash might be shorter than expected, with John Gant […]

Wade Davis Could Return This Weekend

Colorado Rockies closer Wade Davis (back) feels ready to return after his throwing session on Wednesday and could be activated during the series against the Mets this weekend. The veteran should return to the closer's role immediately after posting a 2.45 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, seven saves and 18 strikeouts in 14 2/3 innings before his […]

Hunter Strickland, Felix Hernandez Throw Bullpens Thursday

Seattle Mariners closer Hunter Strickland (lat) and starting pitcher Felix Hernandez (lat) both threw successful bullpen sessions on Thursday. Strickland will throw another one on Sunday and expects to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma next week. Strickland is obviously closer to a return than Hernandez and should retake the closer role when he […]