Wilyer Abreu Likely To Start In Right Field

Boston Red Sox rookie outfielder Wilyer Abreu, who impressed in limited action late in 2023, appears likely to serve as the team's starting right fielder to begin the season, although fellow rookie outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela could also factor into the outfield picture in Boston. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow has also said this offseason that […]

Trevor Story Looking Primed For Big Season?

Boston Red Sox hitting coach Peter Fatse has liked what he's seen out of shortstop Trevor Story this offseason. "He looks great," Fatse said. "He's moving well, and those are the signs you want to see at this point. He's explosive, I think his offseason program was really good and it's the first time in […]

2024 Dynasty Fantasy Baseball First Base Rankings

The first base position has become quite top-heavy with Bryce Harper adding eligibility this year and Matt Olson mashing 54 home runs in 2023. They joined the top of an elite group that also features Pete Alonso, Freddie Freeman, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. With the emergence of young hitters like Triston Casas and Spencer Torkelson, […]

Starting Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Hey, RotoBallers! We have published all our hitting positions already. It's now time to focus on pitchers. Pitchers and catchers will report in a few weeks, and Spring Training games will follow suit shortly after. We are here to help you build that league-winning staff with our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings […]

Closers and Relief Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Hey, RotoBallers! We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings. Today, we will look at our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball closer and relief pitcher rankings and tiers for 5x5 mixed roto leagues. Saves are one of the most volatile categories in fantasy baseball. However, the good news is that many teams have a clear […]

Can James Paxton Impact The Dodgers Rotation? Fantasy Baseball Outlook

The Los Angeles Dodgers refuse to stop adding. Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, Teoscar Hernandez, Manuel Margot, you name it. They also retained outfielder Jason Heyward, relievers Joe Kelly, Daniel Hudson, and Blake Treinen, and will get middle infielder Gavin Lux back from ACL surgery. Now you can add veteran starter James Paxton to […]

Catcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to more fantasy baseball rankings to help you prepare for your upcoming fantasy drafts. It's never too early to start preparing for fantasy baseball. Today, we will look at our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball catcher rankings and tiers for 5x5 mixed roto leagues. Most NFBC formats require you to start two […]

First Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Hey RotoBallers, it's an exciting time of the fantasy baseball season as we get closer to the start of Spring Training. A year of fantasy baseball is ahead, and it's never too early to prepare for your upcoming drafts. We are here to help dominate your draft and crush your leagues with our MLB team's […]

Second Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to more fantasy baseball rankings. Pitchers and catchers will report soon, and Spring Training is about a month away. It's never too early to prepare for your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. We are here to help crush your draft and win your league with our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball second base […]

Third Base Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

It's an exciting time for baseball. Spring Training is approaching, and Opening Day is about two months away. It's never too early to prepare for your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. At RotoBaller, we'll help you dominate your draft and win your league with our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball third base rankings and tiers […]

Shortstop Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Hey, RotoBallers! Opening Day is a few months away, and it's never too early to prepare for your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. Spring Training will start soon, and at RotoBaller, we are here to guide you through your drafts, crush, and win your fantasy leagues with our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball shortstop rankings […]

Outfield Fantasy Baseball Rankings and Tiers - Roto Leagues (January Updates)

Welcome back, Rotoballers! We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings to help prepare you for your upcoming drafts. Pitchers and catchers will report soon, while Opening Day is just 60 days away. It's time to focus on your MLB drafts and win your leagues with our MLB team's early 2024 fantasy baseball outfield rankings and […]

Starting Pitchers - 2024 Fantasy Baseball ADP Analysis, Draft Targets, Avoids

As we get into the end of January, fantasy baseball draft season is nearly in full swing. At this point, you either have a few drafts under your belt or you're at least getting ready for your first draft of the 2024 season. Wherever you are in your process, we have the content and tools […]

2024 Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Rankings, Tiers, Analysis - Roto League Drafts

As we inch closer to MLB's Opening Day, we also welcome the most turbulent and confusing time in the fantasy baseball draft season. Parsing through hundreds of players' profiles is hard enough, but recent Spring Training data makes it difficult to find the players worth drafting to your team. Luckily, RotoBaller's preseason rankings -- compiled […]

James Paxton Finalizes One-Year Deal With Dodgers

Free-agent left-hander James Paxton and the Los Angeles Dodgers officially agreed to a one-year, $11 million deal on Tuesday that includes a $1 million Opening Day roster bonus and another $1 million in performance-based incentives. The oft-injured 35-year-old Canadian hurler went 7-5 with a 4.50 ERA (4.68 FIP) and 1.31 WHIP with 33 walks and […]

Dodgers, James Paxton Reportedly Working On One-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly working on a one-year deal worth around $12 million with free-agent starting pitcher James Paxton, per MLB.com's Theo DeRosa. The 35-year-old lefty would add some depth to a rotation that has undergone major changes this offseason. Paxton was able to make 19 starts last season with the Red Sox, […]

Cooper Criswell To Prepare As Starter In Spring Training

Boston Red Sox right-hander Cooper Criswell was told to prepare to be a starter in spring training after signing a one-year, $1 million deal for the 2024 season. The 27-year-old has pitched in just 12 major-league games, with 10 of them coming in relief in 2023 for the Tampa Bay Rays. Criswell said the Red […]

2024 Fantasy Baseball Shortstop Rankings, Tiers, Analysis - Roto League Drafts

MLB shortstops, often considered the defensive captains of the infield, play a crucial role in baseball's dynamics. Renowned for their exceptional fielding skills and quick reflexes, shortstops prevent hits and turn crucial double plays. These players are typically versatile athletes who showcase a combination of speed, agility, and arm strength. Offensively, many modern shortstops are […]

Brayan Bello To Emphasize His Slider More In 2024

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Brayan Bello told reporters over the weekend that he plans to use his slider more during the 2024 season. He only threw his slider 17.7% of the time in 2023 but induced a whiff rate of 25.6% on the pitch, according to Baseball Savant. The 24-year-old appears to be looking […]

Fantasy Baseball Top 100 Prospects for 2024 First-Year Player Drafts (January 2024 Update)

A number of the top international players that are being posted this offseason have signed, with a few more yet to come. Rankings for players have adjusted, some due to their destination, and a few MLB draft prospects are moving due to some additional viewing of tape and underlying metrics on those players. Otherwise, there […]

Angels, Red Sox In The Bidding For Adam Duvall

The Los Angeles Angels and Boston Red Sox are in the bidding for free-agent outfielder Adam Duvall, and unless another team comes in late, he's likely to pick between the Angels and Red Sox. Duvall spent the 2023 season with the Red Sox, so a return to Beantown seems like a good move after he […]

Is Sean Manaea Trustworthy With the Mets? Fantasy Baseball Outlook

Sean Manaea has been a solid pitcher throughout his eight-year big-league tenure. His 4.10 ERA fits nicely in the middle-to-back of just about every rotation in baseball. However, his most recent results are middling at best. The Mets added Manaea on a two-year, $28 million pact this winter, adding another new arm to a rotation […]

Marcelo Mayer Healthy Heading Into Spring Training

Boston Red Sox shortstop prospect Marcelo Mayer (shoulder), who is listed as the No. 11 overall prospect heading into the 2024 season, is fully healthy and expected to be a full-go for spring training after injuring his left shoulder in May of last year. The 21-year-old said he's been hitting off a tee and will […]

Jarren Duran Fully Cleared For Spring Training

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran (toe) is fully cleared for spring training and won't have any limitations in camp. Duran had surgery to fix the flexor tendon in his left big toe in late August but should be fully healthy this spring and for the start of the 2024 regular season. The 27-year-old is […]

James Paxton Drawing Interest From Baltimore

Free-agent starting pitcher James Paxton is drawing interest from the Baltimore Orioles, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The veteran southpaw started 19 games for the Red Sox last season, putting up a solid 7-5 record to go along with a 4.50 ERA, 1.313 WHIP, and 101:33 K/BB over 96 innings. The […]

Trade Of Masataka Yoshida Considered Unlikely

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly listening on outfielder Masataka Yoshida, but for now a trade isn't seen as especially likely. The Red Sox have also checked in on free-agent outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler, but there's suspicion they'll be outbid again, maybe by the rival Toronto Blue Jays. Former Red Sox DH J.D. Martinez and […]

Closers and Relief Pitchers - 2024 Fantasy Baseball ADP Analysis, Draft Targets, Avoids

As we get into the middle of January, fantasy baseball draft season is gaining speed and momentum. By now, most of you have either already participated in a draft of some sort or are at least beginning your prep work and/or consuming more fantasy baseball content. This relief pitcher position is annually one of the […]

Mariners Claim Mauricio Llovera Off Waivers From Red Sox

The Seattle Mariners have claimed right-hander Mauricio Llovera off waivers from the Boston Red Sox. Llovera was designated for assignment by Boston last week when the club's signing of right-hander Lucas Giolito became official. The 27-year-old split the 2023 season between the Giants and Red Sox, working to a 4.89 ERA across 30 appearances spanning […]

Re-Drafting The 2012 Fantasy Baseball First-Year Player Draft - Mookie Betts, Gerrit Cole, Francisco Lindor, Yoenis Cespedes, and more

This is the third edition of a series here at RotoBaller from Benjamin Chase. The series explores previous First-Year Player Drafts and re-drafts those FYPDs with the information we've received since from drafted players and international signees that would have been eligible. This series shows that often the top guys in FYPD drafts remain the […]

2024 Fantasy Baseball Catcher Rankings, Tiers, Analysis - Roto League Drafts

Last season saw multiple catchers across Major League Baseball emerge as potential future stars, the most obvious being Baltimore's Adley Rutschman. But Seattle's Cal Raleigh, Arizona's Gabriel Moreno, Atlanta's Sean Murphy, and New York's Francisco Alvarez also raised their stock and were difference-makers offensively for their respective teams at points during the MLB season. Proven […]