Hitters Under $5 - Fantasy Baseball Auction Draft Values (2025)

Welcome RotoBallers to the next article in our fantasy baseball auction draft series targeting hitters with an average auction value (AAV) of under $5. In the auction draft format, fantasy baseball managers are no longer bound to the inane order of the snake draft. But with freedom comes choice. You may have blown too much […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Value Team: Favorite Value Picks at Every Position

The fantasy baseball draft is the most anticipated event on the fantasy baseball calendar. At this time of year, an offseason of speculation, research, and rankings come to a head as managers finally get to assemble a team and see how their best-laid plans play out. Experienced fantasy managers come to drafts with a plan. […]

Wilyer Abreu May Not Be Ready For Opening Day

The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey writes that it's looking more and more likely that outfielder Wilyer Abreu (illness) won't be ready for Opening Day at the end of March. Manager Alex Cora noted that Abreu is pretty behind in spring training and is still only tracking pitches and not swinging yet off a machine. The 25-year-old […]

Red Sox Targeting Tuesday Or Wednesday For Rafael Devers' Spring Debut

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (shoulders) has yet to get into a Grapefruit League game. However, manager Alex Cora said the team is targeting a debut for either next Tuesday or Wednesday. Devers was originally expected to make his Grapefruit League debut this past Wednesday, but he informed the team that he wasn't […]

5 Undervalued, Overvalued Closers and Relievers for Fantasy Baseball Points Leagues

Welcome back everyone to our ongoing draft series about fantasy baseball points leagues -- today focusing on closers and relief pitchers who are undervalued and overvalued based on fantasy baseball ADPs. Be sure to also bookmark our constantly updated fantasy baseball points rankings. There is no right strategy when targeting the relief pitcher position in drafts. […]

Luis Perales Assigned To Minor-League Camp

The Boston Red Sox have assigned right-handed pitching prospect Luis Perales (elbow) to minor-league camp. The 21-year-old is still recovering from the Tommy John surgery he underwent last June. Fantasy managers should not expect him to be available to pitch in a minor-league game this season. Before the surgery, Perales spent most of the season […]

Marcelo Mayer To Play On Friday

Boston Red Sox shortstop prospect Marcelo Mayer (illness) has recovered from a stomach illness this week and plans to play in a Grapefruit League game on Friday against the Miami Marlins, according to manager Alex Cora. Mayer is feeling better and will be back in action in spring training this weekend. Per MLB Pipeline, the […]

Shortstop (SS) Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers: Later-Round Values (2025)

Today we identify some hidden value at the shortstop position with our MLB team's fantasy baseball shortstop draft sleepers and later-round value picks for 2025 fantasy baseball drafts. Finding late-round value and drafting a player that can outperform their ADP can be the x-factor of winning that coveted fantasy baseball championship. Below are some late-round […]

Ceddanne Rafaela Could Return This Weekend

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela (hamstring) is doing better and will do some running in camp on Thursday. If that goes well, Rafaela will be cleared to return to Grapefruit League action this weekend. Rafaela has been held out of spring training games this week after experiencing hamstring tightness […]

Pitchers Under $5 - Fantasy Baseball Auction Draft Values (2025)

Welcome RotoBallers to our auction league draft strategy article targeting pitchers with an average auction value (AAV) under $5. You can also read about other hitters and pitchers to target from the entire fantasy baseball auction draft values series. In the salary cap draft format, fantasy baseball managers are allowed to bid freely on any […]

Kutter Crawford Will Start The Season On The Injured List

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Kutter Crawford (knee) will open the season on the injured list. The 28-year-old is dealing with patellar tendon soreness. This injury popped up sometime during the offseason and will now keep him sidelined for the start of the regular season. The Red Sox could also be without starting pitcher Brayan […]

10 MLB Rookie of the Year Award Favorites for 2025

Fans of some MLB teams have plenty of optimism for the 2025 season. Others are bracing for another year at the bottom of the standings. However, there's one thing that fans of all 30 teams can get excited about together: the upcoming crop of rookie talent. Every year, rookies across the league steal the show, […]

Starting Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Targets, Avoids - Analyzing BB% and GB% Improvements

While strikeout-minus-walk rate (K-BB%) is widely considered to be among the most crucial pitcher metrics, it's also a good idea to take a look at walk rate (BB%) and ground-ball rate (GB%) to learn more about a starter's skillset. After all, it's helpful to have a pitcher who pounds the strike zone and keeps the […]

Second Base (2B) Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers: Later-Round Values (2025)

In this article below you'll find some of our 2025 staff picks for second base fantasy baseball draft sleepers and later-round value picks for 2025 fantasy baseball drafts. At RotoBaller, we are always looking to identify fantasy baseball draft sleepers to help fantasy managers crush their upcoming drafts. We continue our late-round series by reviewing […]

Walker Buehler Wants To Remain In Boston

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Walker Buehler is interested in remaining in Boston for the foreseeable future. Earlier in the offseason, Buehler signed a one-year contract worth $21.05 million after spending his entire professional career with the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a Dodger, Buehler was a two-time World Series champion. He was a two-time NL […]

Jose De Leon Has Agreed To Minor-League Deal With Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox and reliever Jose De Leon have agreed to a minor league deal. The righty last pitched in the majors for the Twins in 2023 but missed all of 2024 recovering from Tommy John surgery. Over his six seasons in the majors, the 32-year-old owns a 7.44 ERA, 1.68 WHIP, and a […]

Marcelo Mayer Has Stomach Bug

Boston Red Sox shortstop prospect Marcelo Mayer (illness) is battling the stomach bug. His teammate Roman Anthony had it as well. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status but should expect him to be sidelined for a few days. The 22-year-old is considered one of the top prospects in Boston and the entire sport. […]

Triston Casas Scratched With Illness

Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas (illness) was scratched from Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pittsburgh Pirates due to a stomach bug that continues to make its way through the team this spring. Casas is under the weather now, but we'd expect him to be feeling good enough to return to spring training […]

Richard Fitts, Quinn Priester Could Be Battling For Fifth Rotation Spot

If Boston Red Sox right-hander Brayan Bello (shoulder) starts the year on the injured list, right-handers Richard Fitts or Quinn Priester are real possibilities to open the 2025 regular season in the No. 5 starting rotation spot for Boston, according to MLB.com's Ian Browne. Bello could miss his first two turns through the rotation to […]

Rafael Devers Not Ready To Make Spring Debut On Wednesday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (shoulders) doesn't feel up to speed at the plate during live batting practice sessions and will not make his Grapefruit League debut on Wednesday, according to MLB.com's Ian Browne. Devers has asked manager Alex Cora for a little more time. Although Devers wants to stay at third base […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: AL Central Edition - Later Round Value Picks

With spring training games underway, fantasy baseball draft season will begin to kick into full gear. To get fully prepared for your drafts, be sure to check out each article in this series about fantasy baseball sleepers and draft values in the mid-to-late rounds. In this piece, we will analyze five players -- one from […]

Catcher Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings: March Updates Include Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo

Over the years, there has been a rise in offensive production from the catcher position, but not at the level of the old days of Mike Piazza and Pudge Rodriguez. In dynasty leagues, is it worth a high investment in catchers? Find out with our MLB team's catcher dynasty fantasy baseball rankings, updated as of […]

Kristian Campbell Seeing Time In Left Field

Boston Red Sox second base prospect Kristian Campbell has seen opportunities in left field during spring training. The Red Sox are providing their budding star several opportunities to find a spot on the Opening Day roster. Even though the team brought in Alex Bregman through in free agency, the team still views Campbell as an […]

Wilyer Abreu Swinging A Bat, Still Questionable For Opening Day

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (illness) has begun swinging a bat but remains questionable for Opening Day. Abreu is up to "40 swings" and has begun playing catch but manager Alex Cora is not guaranteeing he will be ready in time for the season opener. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Outfield (OF) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2025 - Part 2 (#11-20)

The outfield position is so loaded that you're getting part two of my dynasty fantasy baseball rankings for this position. In this article below, you'll find my 11th through 20th ranked outfielders (from my overall top 500 dynasty rankings). As mentioned in my top 10 dynasty outfield rankings article -- or Part 1 of this outfield […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers List - Nick Mariano's Picks

This premium article is part of our 2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The word "sleeper" may have lost its meaning […]

5 Outfield Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates

Since every team Major League Baseball team features multiple outfielders, it's typically a deep and rich fantasy baseball position. Some of the best batters in fantasy baseball come from the very top of the position rankings, but there are also some great fantasy baseball sleepers and undervalued options to target late in your drafts as […]

Late-Round Fliers and Fantasy Baseball Lotto Tickets: Upside Hitter and Pitcher Value Picks

This premium article is part of our 2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Howdy, RotoBallers! While much gets made about the […]

Stuff+ Standouts - Identifying Fantasy Baseball Sleepers and Pitcher Breakout Candidates

My quest to find the best starting pitching options for fantasy baseball every year is renewed again in 2025! Last year, I began digging into the Stuff+ statistic to locate pitchers with the upside to turn the corner and have a big season. I'm back at it again this year, searching for fantasy baseball sleepers […]

2028 Dynasty Crystal Ball - The Toolshed Podcast (Ep. 378)

Welcome to episode 378 of The Toolshed Podcast with Chris Clegg and Eric Cross brought to you by RotoBaller. The Toolshed is a fantasy baseball dynasty and prospects-focused podcast. Each week, hosts Eric Cross (@EricCrossMLB) and Chris Clegg (@ChrisCleggMiLB) dive into the world of dynasty leagues and cover all levels of prospects from the MLB […]