Asdrubal Cabrera (SS, NYM) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 19% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: You may see the lack of counting stats and wonder why I'm recommending that you pick up Asdrubal Cabrera. Well for one thing, shortstop is incredibly shallow. Cabrera also has no one really vying for his playing time, and he hits […]

Javier Baez (2B/3B/SS, CHC) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 15% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Javier Baez has served as the ultimate utility man for the Cubs so far this season, appearing at all four infield positions. He begins most games on the bench, but Joe Maddon has found ways to get Baez in the game more often […]

Danny Santana (OF/SS, MIN) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, AL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 4% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Since returning from a hamstring injury on April 25, Danny Santana has been muy caliente. With Byron Buxton demoted due to lack of production, Santana should have the center field gig to himself, for the most part. This will most certainly be the […]

Ketel Marte (SS, SEA) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, AL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 10% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Following a horrendous start to the season, Ketel Marte has begun to look more like the multi-talented shortstop prospect that most people hoped he would be when they drafted him. In his last 15 games, he's hitting .333 with 15 hits […]

Week 5 Waiver Wire: Second Base (2B) and Shortstop (SS)

Over the course of the season I’ll be giving you two players at second base and shortstop per week who I think can help your team. These players are usually widely available in any format, and should turn nice profits in the weeks to come. As always, feel free to reach out to me directly […]

Yesterday's Studs and Duds: Fantasy Baseball Recap from 5/3/16

Every day, we will be taking a quick look at the best and worst fantasy baseball performers from yesterday's games. It's important to keep close tabs on what's going on around the league, especially early in the MLB season, and that's what we are here to help out with. Here's a quick look at those […]

2016 MLB Team Analysis for April: Chicago White Sox

Welcome to this look-in for Chicago White Sox as we enter May. As the RotoBaller writer responsible for the daily coverage of the White Sox, I decided to create a "one-stop shop" for all things South Sider thus far. First, let’s get you the team numbers. Then we'll break down the hitters, starting pitchers, and relievers. […]

2016 MLB Team Analysis for April: Colorado Rockies

Colorado Rockies Team Breakdown: April Edition Welcome to the Colorado Rockies team report for April. As the RotoBaller writer responsible for the daily coverage of the Rockies, who better than me to break them down for you as we enter May? First, let’s get you the numbers. Here you’ll find team stats, and then those […]

Dynasty Review: Deep Fantasy League Advice for Week 5

April has come and gone. With it, we've witnessed the usual array of breakouts, unexpected flops, and early season hot streaks. The purpose of this column is to advise you on up-and-comers in dynasty leagues. Often, our attention will be focused on up-and-coming prospects. However, we'll also keep an eye on any non-prospects who could […]

Top Hitter Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 5

Whether it’s because of an injury or poor performance, there are always opportunities to stream players off the waiver wire. The best players to stream are those who are under-owned and face appealing match-ups for the upcoming week. Here are five players who are available in more than half of Fleaflicker leagues and have attractive […]

Champ or Chump: What to Make of Aledmys Diaz, Neil Walker and Joey Votto

If you look at any baseball coverage with an analytical bent, you are sure to see the word "regress" or one of its derivatives. Baseball writers frequently cite it when a given player's performance, whether good or bad, seems likely to revert to a previously established level. The word is widely misinterpreted, however. If Player […]

J.J. Hardy (SS, BAL) - Waiver Wire Pickup

BALLER MOVE: 14+ Team Leagues and AL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 12% of Flea Flicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Once a perennial home run threat at a fantasy position with few of them, shortstop J.J. Hardy has been inconsistent entering the twilight years of his career. Once a perennial 20-homer threat, he has hit only 19 since 2014 (including his […]

MLB Ready Prospects: Top 30 Fantasy Rankings for Impact Rookies (Week 4)

When I saw the news that Blake Snell was going to start against the New York Yankees, my first thought was, “Potentially elite left-handed pitching prospect debuting against a team that just struggled against lefty Rich Hill?! I know who I’m starting in DraftKings on Saturday!” As it turned out, Snell looked a little shaky […]

Enrique Hernandez (2B/SS/OF) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 38% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: This is why you have utility players. The Dodgers are thanking their lucky stars for Enrique Hernandez right now, because he has become a semi-starter at left field in the absence of numerous injured Dodgers outfielders. Although Carl Crawford is due to return soon, it […]

Week 4 Buy and Sell for Fantasy Baseball

Starting off on the right foot is great. That’s exactly what happened with this column, as both sell recommendations (Carlos Gomez and Aaron Sanchez) have struggled and Domingo Santana has performed well in the past week. Zack Greinke didn’t fare well in his start, but at least he got a win. Still buying him long-term […]

Asdrubal Cabrera (SS, NYM) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, NL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 14% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Asdrubal Cabrera was widely considered to be outside the top 20 shortstops, but he has produced at an extremely high level in early goings of the season. He owns a .319/.382/.420 slash line heading into Wednesday’s game, and has reached base […]

Ketel Marte (SS, SEA) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, AL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 10% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Ketel Marte’s average sat at just .188 on April 21, but he has gone 9-for-20 with seven runs scored and a stolen base over his last five games. His slash line now shows .265/.301/.309, and at 22 years old, he should […]

Zack Cozart (SS, CIN) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 10% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: Known more for his defense, Zack Cozart has never wowed anyone with his bat. A career .249 hitter, Cozart's 2015 campaign was cut short due to injury, but Cincinnati's shortstop has put last year and his past hitting woes behind him, for the time […]

MLB Daily Fantasy Lineup Picks - FanDuel Baseball Advice for 4/27/16

Welcome to another wild Wednesday on FanDuel. (throws tomato)  We've got another full slate on deck, although you will miss the Padres/Giants if you enter a main tourney. Aside from that 3:45 PM game, everything will be starting at 7:05. We've got another solid coup of pitchers along with a game at Coors to consider. Let's get […]

NL-Only Waiver Wire Pickups for Week Four: Conley, Blair, Plawecki and more

This week a couple of catchers join the list for waiver wire eligibility. One returning from injury, the other an injury replacement. As we get deeper into the season, the pickings get slimmer, but savvy owners will check here frequently to get ahead of the game. The following players are owned in 25% or less […]

AL-Only League Waiver Wire Pickups For Week Four: Lawrie, Lowrie, Cishek and More

As the fantasy baseball world enters Week Four, rosters are beginning to take shape in both fantasy and the majors. Players are over-performing and struggling, healing up and succumbing to injury, leading to an increasing flurry of moves from fantasy owners. Here are some players to consider when filling any roster holes AL-only owners may […]

Chris Owings (SS/OF, ARI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, NL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 7% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Chris Owings has been the main beneficiary of the A.J. Pollock injury, as he's seen plenty of starts in center field (although he is an infielder normally). While not the greatest outfielder, he's done a decent job at the plate with […]

Eduardo Nunez (SS/3B, MIN) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, AL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 6% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Eduardo Nunez is red-hot right now, as he's hitting .404 with eight runs, eight RBI and four stolen bases over 47 AB. The Twins certainly won't keep his bat on the bench when it's this hot, and given that Trevor Plouffe […]

Jed Lowrie (2B/SS/3B, OAK) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, AL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 9% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Jed Lowrie has been juggled back and forth between Oakland and Houston over the last few years, and 2016 finds him in the meat of the Athletics’ batting order. He's put that position to good use so far, tallying 10 RBI and […]

Week 4 Waiver Wire: Second Base (2B) and Shortstop (SS)

Over the course of the season I’ll be giving you two players at second base and shortstop per week who I think can help your team. These players are usually widely available in any format, and should turn nice profits in the weeks to come. As always, feel free to reach out to me directly […]

MLB Daily Fantasy Lineup Picks - FanDuel DFS Baseball Advice for 4/25/16

Welcome to Week 4 of the baseball year. Sunday was an exciting cap to end the week, with two games going 13+ innings! Should be another fun-filled slate again this week as the Rockies remain at home. Today we have a few aces taking the mound (Madison Bumgarner, Noah Syndergaard, Zack Greinke) along with enticing […]

Marcus Semien (SS, OAK) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE:  Add in every size league. OWNED IN: 46% of Fleaflicker leagues. ANALYSIS: Coming into the 2016 season several experts, including myself, tabbed Marcus Semien to have a breakout season. This is largely due to the fact that Marcus posted very good numbers at the beginning and end of the 2015 campaign as he cracked six […]

The Cut List (Week 4): Players To Consider Cutting Bait On

Week 4 of the fantasy baseball season is upon us. You're starting to get an idea of what your rosters' strengths and weaknesses are, and what the guys on your team are capable of. What comes with that is seeing that some guys may not be in for a good 2016, or that you might […]

Risers and Fallers - Week 3: Lamb, Latos, Ellsbury, Archer and more

Week 3 is nearing its completion and there are plenty of bats and arms to tickle your fancy. It's not all good news though, as some highly-regarded players are not getting the job done at the moment. As is usually the case, you must strike quick in some cases and be patient in others. Without […]

Aledmys Diaz (SS, STL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed Leagues, NL-Only Leagues OWNED IN: 30% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Aledmys Diaz never boasted much power or speed in the minors, but he has shown the ability to hit pitching at all levels. He hit .278/.339/.445 in 425 AB last year, including a 50-AB stint in Triple-A during which he slashed […]