Barrel Leaders - Statcast Hitter Studs and Duds (Week 8)

We're back to revisit Barrels this time but with a slight twist. Back in Week 4, I looked at players at the very top and bottom of the Statcast leaderboard for Barrels per Plate Appearance. To check out that analysis and a detailed explanation of what makes a Barrel so valuable, click here. To differentiate […]

2B and SS Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 8

In the blink of an eye we find ourselves well into the latter-half of May, and as always, we are still trying to find answers and long-term truths. While it wasn't necessarily a week of attention-grabbing headlines, you may have noticed that I have continuously remarked about the surprising starts for the season, so let's […]

Adalberto Mondesi Racks Up Two More Hits

Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi isn't necessarily hitting a ton of homers, but he's certainly racking up a lot of extra-base hits. Mondesi is tied for the lead in triples, he knocked his 11th double of the season on Sunday, and he's smacked five homers so far for good measure. Tack on his league-leading […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/20/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Tonight's main slate starts at 7:05pm eastern and covers eight games. There's also an all day slate starting at 1:05pm eastern that includes two early games. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel on 5/20/2019. These picks will range from some of the elite players to mid-priced […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Targeting May 24 Return

The San Diego Padres are hopeful shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (hamstring) can return May 24. Tatis, who’s been out since April 28 with a left hamstring strain, is up to running at 90 percent. The stud 20-year-old prospect was off to a great start to his career, slashing .300/.360/.550 with six homers, six steals and […]

Manny Machado Snaps 11-Game Hitting Streak

San Diego Padres shortstop Manny Machado went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Sunday’s loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. The empty day snapped an 11-game hitting streak for the 26-year-old and he’s now slashing .262/.340/.453 on the season with nine homers and 47 runs-plus-RBI. Machado still hasn’t fully heated up, posting a career-worst 22 percent strikeout […]

Jean Segura Extends Hit Streak To 10

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jean Segura went 1-for-4 with a walk and a run scored Sunday afternoon vs the Rockies. The hit extends Segura's hitting streak to ten games. Segura is red-hot and primed for a big week as the Phillies hit the road to play the Cubs. Chicago is scheduled to start left-handers in three […]

Javier Baez Exits Early On Sunday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez left Sunday evenings game early after fielding a ground ball. It appeared that Baez got his cleat stuck in the dirt and hurt his right ankle. Baez initially stayed in the game for two more innings, but with the Cubs taking control of the score, Addison Russell replaced Baez. Baez […]

Two-Start Pitcher Preview: 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 Monday through Friday from 1-2 pm ET Saturdays from 5-7 pm ET You can […]

Amed Rosario is Out on Sunday

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Miami Marlins. It appears this is just a routine day off for Rosario. Adeiny Hechavarria will play shortstop and bat sixth versus righty Sandy Alcantara. Hechavarria is not a reliable fantasy option here. J.D. Davis or Robinson […]

Scott Kingery is Activated on Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Scott Kingery (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Kingery had missed the last month due to a right hamstring strain. He'll bat seventh and make his first career first in center field versus lefty Kyle Freeland on Sunday. Kingery was hitting .406/.457/.719 before the injury, so the […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/19/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

It's Sunday, so we've got the 15 game all day slate for us starting at 1:05pm eastern. The main slate also starts at the same time. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel on 5/19/2019. These picks will range from some of the elite players to mid-priced […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Sunday May 19th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for May 19th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]

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

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We're playing the back nine of May and leaving that "25% complete" sign for the fantasy baseball season in the dust. This time of year has been particularly exciting, as mega prospects are being called up left and right. Many are widely owned and […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Saturday May 18th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for May 18th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]

Bo Bichette Cleared For Light Activity

Toronto Blue Jays minor league shortstop Bo Bichette is cleared for light activity and will begin hitting next week. Bichette suffered a fracture in his left hand on April 26 after a hit-by-pitch and is expected to be out 4-6 weeks. It's a good sign that his recovery is on schedule as the 21-year-old is […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/18/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

It's Saturday and that means us baseball fans are treated to a full 15-game slate. Luckily, we only have one forecast to worry about and that happens to be the Texas-St. Louis game. Unfortunately, that's one of the highest totals on the slate and it'll be critical to monitor that forecast prior to submitting lineups. […]

Didi Gregorius Will Play in Extended Spring Training Games

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) is scheduled to begin playing in extended spring training games on Monday. Gregorius is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Yankees plan to use Gregorius at designated hitter when he returns that way they don't put too much stress on his elbow. There is a chance that […]

H2H Category Streamers - Week 8 Waiver Wire

There are plenty of strategies that fantasy managers explore in hopes of getting an advantage over their opponent. Heavy lineup, heavy starting pitchers, no catcher, all (or mostly) reliever staff, no reliever staff, etc. Even if you play a balanced lineup, injuries can cause holes. A few weeks without a key player won’t kill a […]

Franmil Reyes and the Javy Baez School of Hard Knocks

For almost a month straight, Franmil Reyes did not take a walk. While that’s not a good thing, I’m not convinced that it’s a bad thing either. Since April 18th, Franmil Reyes has hit nine home runs, and that is definitely a good thing. Reyes’ carrying tool is his power. Walks don’t provide him a path […]

Buy or Sell - Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 8

We are at the quarter mark of the fantasy season and things are starting to figure themselves out. For example, Kris Bryant has seemingly found his stroke and shut the window closed on buy-low opportunities. Several other players around the league are also beginning to find their groove, yet there are still a few inefficiencies […]

The Waiver Wire Watch List: Week 8

As important as it is to be active on the waiver wire, snagging that next hot bat or pitcher on a roll before anyone else can, let's be honest--there are only so many roster spots. That's why your watch list is just as important as your waiver wire activity, and perhaps even more so. Throughout […]

Fantasy Baseball Rookie Risers/Fallers (Week 7)

Well, the Major League season is already 23% of the way done. Some owners think that they are on their way to victory while others are patiently waiting for things to turn around. Still, while all the victory laps are being taken, the smart owner is looking forward to the rest of the year and […]

Xander Bogaerts Has Three Hits On Friday

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts went 3-for-4 in the loss to the Astros on Friday. The 26-year-old had three hits on the night, acquiring two singles in addition to smacking a double to left off of Houston starter Gerrit Cole in the bottom of the fourth inning. He has been active over the last […]

Jonathan Villar Hits Three-Run Home Run Friday

Baltimore Orioles second baseman/shortstop Jonathan Villar looked to end his recent woes at the plate in Friday's 5-1 win over the Indians, going 1-for-4 with a three-run home run, his fifth of the season. His HR made up for the two errors he made as the O's got the win. Despite the blast, Villar has […]

Aledmys Diaz Exits Early Against Red Sox

Houston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz (hamstring) left the game early on Friday against the Boston Red Sox with left hamstring discomfort after sprinting on an infield single in the second inning. Diaz is seeing more playing time on the infield with Jose Altuve (hamstring) currently on the injured list, and he could be joining him […]

Jordy Mercer In Holding Pattern With Quadriceps

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jordy Mercer (quadriceps) is still feeling soreness in his quadriceps when he runs in a straight line, so a rehab assignment is on hold for now. However, he continues to take ground balls and batting practice. There's no timetable for Mercer's return, but he's close. The Tigers are in no rush to […]

Niko Goodrum is Scratched on Friday

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics on Friday. Goodrum is dealing with flu-like symptoms, so he'll get the night off. Gordon Beckham will bat leadoff and play shortstop versus righty Frankie Montas. Beckham is in a favorable part of the order, but hitters are […]

Trevor Story is Back in the Lineup

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Story left Wednesday's game due to a bruised left knee. The Rockies didn't play on Thursday, so Story is refreshed and ready to roll in this contest. He'll bat second and play shortstop versus lefty Cole […]

Nicky Lopez (SS, KC) - Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 14% of leagues ANALYSIS: Less heralded than many of the other prospects who debuted this week, Nicky Lopez is nonetheless an intriguing addition for fantasy owners. The 24-year-old's calling card throughout his minor league career has been excellent contact ability and plate discipline. He cranked those attributes to […]