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Spring Training has winded down, and the few roster spots left open have been determined. Now is the time when players are starting to lock in and mentally prepare for the MLB season. It is no longer a time to “work on stuff”, instead the results are more realistic as to what you can expect […]
Full Story »Shawn Kelley: Holds Sleeper for 2014 Fantasy Baseball
Reliever Poised to Leap Forward: Shawn Kelley With the retirement of Mariano Rivera, and the eighth-inning setup man David Robertson moving into the pressured role as heir to the greatest closer of all-time, someone will need to move into the eighth-inning setup role. While the role could be open to anyone who will step up […]
Full Story »Sam LeCure: Holds Sleeper for 2014 Fantasy Baseball
Reliever Poised to Leap Forward: Sam LeCure When your starting pitcher is on his last legs and he gives up that line drive double or that walk that makes you groan, someone needs to emerge from the bullpen and put out the fire. Sometimes a relief pitcher will enter the game with runners on base […]
Full Story »Tommy John For Everyone! MLB Pitching Implications
It's been a tough spring for starting pitchers. In this year's Spring Training games, we've already seen some of the top pitchers in the game go down with elbow injuries. Already Kris Medlen, Brandon Beachy, Jarrod Parker, and Patrick Corbin have had their seasons ended as they await Tommy John surgery. This however does open […]
Full Story »Joe Kelly (SP, STL) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Stash in Deeper Leagues ANALYSIS: The St. Louis Cardinals are like any other well-oiled factory - they turn out great product after great product. The Cardinals’ product just happens to be MLB pitchers. Joe Kelly won the 5th spot in the rotation over flame thrower Carlos Martinez. He won this not because he was the […]
Full Story »George Springer: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
Who is George Springer? I don't think there's a more controversial prospect in the minor leagues than the Astros' George Springer. One one hand the immense talent he has is plain to see. He batted .303 in 135 games last season between AA and AAA, in the process hitting 37 home runs and stealing 45 […]
Full Story »Draft Value Picks for AL-Only Leagues
Bargain Bin: AL-Only Sleepers & Value Picks Everybody is looking to find that guy during the draft who might provide you with the unexpected production that will help you win your fantasy baseball league. This is what makes the final six or seven rounds of the draft, and then waiver wire prowling, so much fun. […]
Full Story »Which Positions Are Deepest in 2014?
Deepest Positions for 2014 Positional scarcity, or the lack thereof, is one of the most hotly discussed topics during draft season. It makes sense why because after all if a position is deep, then you can afford to wait on it a bit longer during your draft. Conversely a position where talent is very […]
Full Story »Chris Owings: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
Who is Chris Owings? With the news that Chris Owings has the starting shortstop gig in Arizona, the time has come for fantasy owners to start grading him against other shortstops in the league. Owings has not had a fantastic spring, but that should not worry anyone keeping an eye on him. Spring Training statistics almost […]
Full Story »Jhonny Peralta: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
Who is Jhonny Peralta? After signing a controversial four year $53 million contract in the offseason, it seems counterintuitive that Cardinal shortstop Jhonny Peralta should fit in the 2014 fantasy sleeper category, but based on his rank and average pick in fantasy drafts, Peralta is potentially the most undervalued Cardinal. It is unclear where Peralta will hit […]
Full Story »Top 20 Fantasy Prospects: 2014 MLB Rookies
As the baseball season is upon us, we (fantasy baseball enthusiasts) are elbow deep in reading every article we can get our hands on (mostly RotoBaller articles!!) and analyzing every player with even a glimpse of seeing the show this year. By knowing every player in MLB, you are better prepared to dominate your opponents […]
Full Story »Adam Eaton: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
Who is Adam Eaton? Adam Eaton is slated to be the Chicago White Sox opening day lead-off hitter and center fielder. Occupying the first spot in any team's batting order provides a huge opportunity for fantasy success. Eaton is flying somewhat under the radar in terms of fantasy hype, but he will be a household […]
Full Story »Rougned Odor: Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
What's That Odor? If you were counting on Jurickson Profar to score 100 runs and be productive for the Texas Rangers in 2014, you should probably start perusing the waiver wire and crossing your fingers. The starting second baseman injured his throwing shoulder and will be out at least 10-12 weeks. The Rangers had […]
Full Story »Risers and Fallers: 2014 Spring Training Review for Fantasy Baseball
During spring training, opportunities are won and lost for playing time. We are trying to determine if breakout players from the previous season will continue their success, and Spring Training is a good place to look for a sign of things to come. Three Risers 1) Brad Miller Miller came in the Mariner camp knowing […]
Full Story »Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers at Shortstop
Shortstop is a tricky position in fantasy baseball with some decent talents available across the board. You might use one of your first picks to grab Hanley Ramirez or Troy Tulowitzki, play it safe with one of the other 10 SS ranked in the overall top 150, or wait to fill the position and play […]
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