Padres Rookie Pitcher Odrisamer Despaigne Last week, Padres rookie Odrisamer Despaigne came close to being the first pitcher in San Diego’s history to throw a no hitter. He eventually fell short in the 8th inning, finishing with 2 hits, 3 walks and 5 K’s in 7 2/3 innings. Despite being a rookie, this is […]
Full Story »Waiver Wire Pickups: Second Base (2B) and Shortstop (SS)
So how’d you do in the first half? Whether you’re at the top of the heap or languishing in the basement, your team can always use a shot in the arm…or in this case, the roster. Here’s a look at some deep waiver wire sleepers at second base and shortstop that could be useful in […]
Full Story »Dynasty Leagues Sleeper Wide Receiver: UDFA Jeremy Butler
Fantasy Football Draft season is right around the corner and we're helping you prepare with all types of high end draft analysis. Today we're bringing you analysis of a dynasty league sleeper wide receiver, UDFA Jeremy Butler of the Baltimore Ravens. Jeremy Butler, Baltimore Ravens UDFA WR Age: 23, Height: 6-2, Weight: 224 40, Time: 4.60 […]
Full Story »Minnesota Vikings: 2014 Fantasy Football Analysis & Team Outlook
If you’ve ever even attempted to play fantasy football, chances are you’re familiar with Adrian Peterson’s reign atop the draft board. Beyond Peterson, the Minnesota Vikings have had trouble establishing more than one relevant fantasy performer over the years. That should change in the upcoming season due largely in part to new Offensive Coordinator Norv […]
Full Story »Danny Santana (SS, MIN) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: Throughout his time in the minor leagues Danny Santana went from organizational depth, destined to never reach the big leagues, to one of the better pure hitters in the Twins' farm system. He has just about no power, but he has proven in 147 at-bats so far that he can […]
Full Story »Adam Eaton (OF, CWS) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12 team leagues for steals ANALYSIS: I had Adam Eaton pegged to be a breakout this season after making his way from the Dbacks to the ChiSox. Unfortunately, very early in the season Eaton hurt his hamstring and had to spend 15 days on the disabled list. However, Eaton has still managed […]
Full Story »Lucas Duda (1B, NYM) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: Lucas Duda, the Mets' first baseman, is enjoying by far the best season of his career. With the 16 home runs, he has already surpassed his previous career high of 15. His 51 RBIs is just shy of his career-high 57 set in 2012, and he needs just two more runs […]
Full Story »Five Fantasy Baseball Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 18
Ready to recharge? The All-Star break has passed and the playoff push is underway. Here are five sleeper outfielders who are primed for a strong second half, including AL-Only and NL-Only formats. Denard Span - (OF, WSH) - 39% Owned BALLER MOVE: Add in All Formats After a slow start to the season, Denard […]
Full Story »DFS Sleeper Picks for 7/25: Advice & Expert Picks for FanDuel and DraftKings
DFS Deep Sleepers! Starting Pitcher Picks For 7/25 Are you just sick and tired of seeing your seasonal fantasy baseball team at the bottom of the standings? Can’t seem to make up ground even though you watch the games every night, and are very active on your league’s waiver wire (and even downloaded RotoBaller's FREE iPhone waiver […]
Full Story »Draft Strategy and Sleepers for IDP Leagues
In our first three 2014 fantasy football draft strategy articles we looked at standard league drafts, PPR leagues, and Dynasty Leagues. In this article we will break down draft strategy for IDP leagues, and throw in some IDP sleepers as well. 2014 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy and Sleepers for IDP Leagues Unlike our previous fantasy football previews, we will not preview the draft […]
Full Story »Philadephia Eagles: 2014 Fantasy Football Analysis & Team Outlook
The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2014 NFL season as a very interesting team from a fantasy perspective. There are questions that need to be asked--can the NFL teams catch up to Chip Kelly's offense having seen it for a full season? Can the Eagles withstand the losses of key WRs Desean Jackson and Jason Avant? Can […]
Full Story »Fantasy Baseball Buy Low / Sell High: Hitters Week 17
We are now entering the post-All Star Game portion of the fantasy season. My biggest takeaway from the game itself was how bad Yasiel Puig choked in not JUST the game, but the Home Run Derby, too. Poor guy. We should all know by now whether our teams need true adjustment or if it'll be […]
Full Story »Jake Petricka (RP, CWS) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ANALYSIS: With the recent news that Zach Putnam has been placed on the DL earlier today, some more clarity has has been shed onto the White Sox bullpen situation. Jake Petricka should now have the opportunity to handle the closer duties all to himself, at least in the short term, making him […]
Full Story »Neftali Feliz (RP, TEX) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add Immediately ANALYSIS: The closer carousel continues as Joakim Soria has been shipped to the Tigers to either close or setup for incumbent Joe Nathan, opening a spot at the backend of the Texas Rangers bullpen. Enter Neftali Feliz, who should walk right into that open spot and run with it all the way to the […]
Full Story »Colby Rasmus (OF, TOR) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Leagues ANALYSIS: Once considered a big time prospect within the Cardinals organization, Colby Rasmus had his best year in 2010 when he hit .276, with 23 HRS, 85 runs scored, 66 RBIs, and 12 steals. That's very solid production. Unfortunately, his numbers have not come close to that since. This year […]
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