Andrew Abbott Racking Up Strikeouts With Ease

Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Andrew Abbott, a southpaw, is a former second-round pick who has looked much better in Double-A this season than he did at the end of the 2022 campaign. Quite simply, he struggled with walks, hits, and runs during the final half of last year with Chattanooga, though he seems to have […]

Hunter Greene Leaves Monday Start With Tibia Contusion

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene left his Monday start against the Tampa Bay Rays after getting hit in the leg by a comebacker. Greene went for X-rays and was found to have suffered a right tibia contusion. Greene had thrown three scoreless innings, allowing three hits and striking out one, but did not make it […]

Top Starting Pitcher Prospects - Impact Fantasy Baseball Rookies for 2023 (NL Central)

The National League Central is the focus of the fourth installment of a six-part series focused on pitching fantasy baseball prospects who are better positioned from a developmental standpoint to contribute meaningfully in 2023 MLB games. Fundamentals will be quantified using my Fielding- and Ballpark-Independent Outcomes (FaBIO) pitcher evaluation model. Let us begin with individual […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The middle of April means we're nearing the 10% checkpoint on the season, just like that! Are the new rules settling in for you? How is your team doing on stolen bases? Batting average? It's a new day! As always, I must caution you […]

Spencer Steer Considered Day-To-Day

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Spencer Steer (knee) was removed during the ninth inning of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Manager David Bell said the MRI came back negative for structural damage on Steer's knee. That being said, the 25-year-old is considered day-to-day with right knee soreness. It doesn't sound like Steer is going to […]

Matt McLain - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Matt McLain SS, Cincinnati Reds ANALYSIS: I'm starting to think we see Matt McLain in Cincinnati very soon. The former UCLA star has quickly ascended up to Triple-A and is off to a hot start this season. Entering Sunday, McLain was slashing .275/.373/.588 with four doubles, four home runs, and four steals in 59 […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/17/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/17/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hey RotoBaller Nation, it's Thunder Dan and I am going to be guiding you through our Monday Premium DFS picks every Monday this season! There are 14 games being played today, but just 9 games […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (04/17/23)

We have a solid mix of strong pitching on the mound today but I've also dialed in on some attractive hitter props on what is a 13-game MLB schedule on Monday. The day starts with the annual Patriot's Day game in Boston but we have 12 evening affairs on tap. Attention fellow sports bettors! We […]

Week 4 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include: Zach Neto, Brett Baty, Garrett Cooper, Taj Bradley, A.J. Puk

RotoBallers, we are halfway through April, and it's already Week 4 of the fantasy baseball season. Offenses and the weather are heating up, and we are back with our latest waiver wire rankings article. Today is the third article of the weekly waiver wire rankings series as of April 16th. Week 4 features players such […]

Eric Cross' Top 50 Dynasty Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball

Baseball is back in full swing at all levels and rankings are in full swing as well. We've already seen the top two prospects in Corbin Carroll and Gunnar Henderson graduate, leaving us with a brand new #1 and #2 overall prospect atop my rankings. These rankings are geared toward standard 5x5 leagues (AVG) and […]

Who Should I Start? Fantasy Baseball Start/Sit Tool for Lineup Decisions (Apr 17 - Apr 23)

Whether you are prepping to set your weekly lineups or determining who to play in a pivotal daily matchup, choosing who to start vs. sit is one of the most nerve-wracking and potentially frustrating aspects of fantasy baseball. Fortunately, there is a free solution available at RotoBaller. The Who Should I Start? Tool allows you […]

Spencer Steer Removed During Sunday's Game

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Spencer Steer was removed during the ninth inning of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The right-handed slugger felt something after fielding a ground ball. The Reds decided to take the cautious approach and remove Steer from the contest. The expectation is that Steer will undergo further testing, but it's uncertain […]

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 4

Welcome to Week 4 and our fantasy baseball waiver wire hitters. We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make […]

Tyler Stephenson Taking A Seat On Sunday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson is getting the day off on Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies. This will be Stephenson's first day off of the year. The 26-year-old backstop is slashing a rock-solid .294/.400/.333 with eight RBI over 51 at-bats on the young season. Luke Maile is starting behind the plate and batting ninth for […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/16/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

We have ten of the 15 games today on the main slate, so we've got a big one coming up on your Sunday. It's stack against Patrick Corbin day. What in the hell are we waiting for? Let's get to it! This article contains my picks for the ten-game main slate on Sunday, April 16, […]

Top 300 Fantasy Baseball Rankings - Nick Mariano's Rest-of-Season Outlooks for Jarred Kelenic, Nick Lodolo, Adley Rutschman, more

Welcome back RotoBallers! We are in Week 3 of the fantasy baseball season, so it's time for a rankings check-in. Below you will find Nick Mariano's updated 2023 fantasy baseball rankings and tiers for roto leagues (5x5 mixed leagues) as of April 16, 2023. These rankings are being released in mid-April and are looking at […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/16/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/16/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to our daily MLB DFS picks and recommendations! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the game, I'm here to provide the insights and recommendations you need to gain a competitive edge and […]

Top Hitter Streamers - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups and Starts for Week 4

Hey, RotoBallers! We are halfway through April, and Week 4 of the MLB season is already here. Offenses are heating up along with the weather, and we are looking at the top hitter streamers and starts for fantasy baseball Week 4 - April 17 through April 23. For those new to this series, each week, […]

1B/3B Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 4 (2023)

Welcome, RotoBallers, to Week 4 of the 2023 MLB season and the third edition of our first-base and third-base waiver wire pickups. In the article below you will find our first base and third base fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for Week 4 – April 17 through April 23. As we enter the upcoming week […]

Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Waiver Wire Report for Week 4

We’re rounding around week four of the fantasy baseball season. I know it takes some time to settle in, but there is no time to waste. Fantasy baseball necessitates hyper-vigilance, especially in deeper leagues where the waiver wires are quickly stripped of talent. This weekly article will outline the upcoming schedule, two-start pitchers, and a […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (04/16/23)

We have a loaded pitching slate today with a lot of teams rolling out their aces and some awesome pitching matchups. That means I have more strikeout props overall than hitter props but I wanted to give you three of my favorite for each today. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers - Fantasy Baseball SP Pickups and Starts for Week 4

After a big week full of aces last week and a bunch of streamable two-start pitchers, this week is a little less exciting. There are a few aces and a handful of streamable pitchers, but for players rostered in less than 50% of leagues, it's not looking too good. For those new to this recurring […]

Reds vs. Phillies Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/15)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Saturday, April 15th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Connor Overton Placed On The 15-Day Injured List

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Connor Overton (elbow) has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain. The 29-year-old hurler got off to a horrible start this season, putting up an 11.45 ERA, 2.36 WHIP, and 9:7 K/BB ratio over 11 innings (three starts). Right-handed reliever Casey Legumina has been recalled from […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/15/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 4/15/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to our daily MLB DFS picks and recommendations! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the game, I'm here to provide the insights and recommendations you need to gain a competitive edge and […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury News and Updates: Carlos Rodon, Corey Seager, Jeffrey Springs, Tim Anderson, Michael Harris and more

It is mid April and we are in full swing of tax season right now. We have to pay the government taxes, for those who owe money, in order to keep public services paid for. Currently, the fantasy baseball season is having its own tax season of sorts. Those of us who drafted injured players […]

Logan O'Hoppe (C, LAA) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 53% of Leagues ANALYSIS: With starting catcher Max Stassi out for the first month of the season because of a hip injury, the Angels came into the season with Logan O’Hoppe as their primary catcher. O’Hoppe came over to the Angels in the trade that sent Brandon […]

Emerging Pitchers With New Pitches - Should We Care for Fantasy Baseball? (Part Two)

Welcome to the third season of the FSWA-award-winning series Pitchers with New Pitches (and Should We Care) where we take the simple premise that not every new pitch should be greeted with praise. A new pitch, like a shiny new toy, might be exciting on its own, but it also needs to be a complement […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (4/15/23)

It was a wild Friday night with the Mets scoring 17 runs, the Rays finally losing for the first time this season, and a number of upsets across the league. But it feels like that happens just about every night, though, doesn't it? I am always hunting for value and looking for some underdogs who […]

Andrew Abbott Dominating In Double-A

Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Andrew Abbott made his second start of the 2023 season with the Double-A Chattanooga Lookouts. He went six innings deep, striking out 14 batters and allowing just two hits. The 23-year-old has been lights-out this year with 25 strikeouts, no runs allowed, and a 0.28 WHIP. The Virginia native struggled in […]