Hunter Greene Begins Rehab Assignment

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (hip) is beginning a minor-league rehab assignment on Tuesday in the Arizona Complex League. Right-hander Casey Legumina (shoulder) will also shift his rehab assignment from the Arizona Complex League to Triple-A Louisville. Greene has been out since the middle of June with a right-hip injury, so fantasy managers should expect... Read More

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (8/1/23)

Happy Tuesday, everyone. I am back today with some MLB bets after writing yesterday's DFS article. This is my favorite article at RotoBaller, and I hope I have provided you with different ways to bet throughout the season. I have officially given up on the Yankees, so we will attack them today in the Bronx.... Read More

Sam Moll Headed To Cincinnati

The Oakland Athletics agreed to trade left-hander Sam Moll to the Cincinnati Reds on Monday in exchange for Joe Boyle. Moll will head to Cincy to bolster the Reds' bullpen after posting a 0-3 record, 4.54 ERA, 1.51 WHIP, one save, and 46 strikeouts over 37 2/3 innings of work this year for Oakland. The... Read More

Tyler Stephenson Getting A Breather

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson is taking the day off on Monday with the team facing the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. With Stephenson starting on the bench, Luke Maile will do the catching and bat ninth against Cubs right-hander Marcus Stroman. Stephenson has been a bit of a disappointment for fantasy managers in 2023,... Read More

Hector Rodriguez Looks To Rebound in August

Cincinnati Reds' outfield prospect Hector Rodriguez is looking to bounce back from a rough July with the Single-A Daytona Tortugas. The outfielder saw his slash line for the month dip to .184/.237/.322 with just two home runs and one stolen base. The 19-year-old also struck out 24 times while taking just six walks. The slump comes... Read More

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (7/31/23)

Today is the final day of July, and we have 10 MLB games on the docket for Monday evening. With trade deadline rumors swirling and some big name players looking over their shoulders, we'll try to sort through the chaos to pinpoint a few valuable betting lines to take advantage of after splitting 1-1 on... Read More

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/31/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/31/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We have a 9-game slate tonight, which actually makes for a nice little slate. Some spots are obvious, but we will have to work a little harder to be different in tournaments. I've got a... Read More

Week 19 Waiver Wire Rankings - Triston Casas, Erik Swanson, Nick Pivetta, Trevor Story, Zack Gelof, Marco Luciano, more

Welcome back RotoBallers, to another edition of the fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings for Week 19 -- July 31 through August 6. The MLB trade deadline is Monday, and we will see more significant roster shakeups, such as the Rangers acquiring ace Max Scherzer from the Mets on Saturday. Many roles could change or open... Read More

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 19

Welcome back to The Cut List for Week 19. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on... Read More

Jonathan India Forced To 10-Day Injured List On Sunday

The Cincinnati Reds have sent second baseman Jonathan India (foot) to the 10-day injured list due to left foot plantar fasciitis. Outfielder Stuart Fairchild was recalled from Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding transaction. It seems the 26-year-old India's MRI from Saturday didn't reveal the most encouraging results, so he'll retreat to the IL to mend... Read More

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 19

Welcome to Week 19 and our fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for hitters. These fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups are for the week of July 31- August 6, looking at players below ~50% rostered on ESPN, Yahoo!, or Fantrax. We'll be doing this points league roundup every week here at RotoBaller because we know points... Read More

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

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Get your affairs in order with August right around the corner. MLB's trade deadline is nigh and the stove is already piping hot. Be ready to react in the coming days and keep on refreshing RotoBaller's news desk for the latest as it unfolds.... Read More

Jonathan India Heads For MRI On Saturday

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (heel) went through an MRI after being out of Saturday's lineup against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a lingering heel issue. The 26-year-old's left heel soreness has exacerbated recently, so the Reds want to get India's condition sorted out. India has enjoyed a wonderful rebound campaign overall, but has... Read More

Top Hitter Streamers - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups and Starts for Week 19

Welcome to another week of sifting through top hitter streamers, RotoBallers! We are looking ahead at the top hitter streamers and starts for fantasy baseball Week 19 -- Monday, July 31 through Sunday, August 6. For those new to this series, each week, our fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups column will identify hitters with good... Read More

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups For Fantasy Baseball - Week 19

This article will discuss fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for the outfield in Week 19 -- July 31 through August 6. Whether your team is derailed by injuries or you’re simply ready to give up on your draft day darlings, navigating the waiver wire will be crucial to finding long-term success in fantasy baseball.  As... Read More

Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball: Waiver Wire Report for Week 19

We’re coming up on Week 19 of the fantasy baseball season. Trade deadline rumors might be fogging up your fantasy brain, but it's time to lock back in. 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,... Read More

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers: Fantasy Baseball SP Pickups and Starts (July 31 - August 6)

Welcome back to our Two-Start Pitcher Streamers article - Waiver Wire Streamers and Starts for Week 19, from July 31 to August 6. With plenty of teams with seven games on their schedule this week, we're looking at a bunch of two-start pitchers. There are very few safe streamers this week, but there are still... Read More

Fantasy Baseball Injury News and Updates: Trevor Story, Kris Bryant, Hunter Greene, Jose Urquidy, Max Freid, Cedric Mullins, more

This is the week in baseball when, even if your team is not in it, you pay attention. The week of the trade deadline. Big names and small names may get traded, freeing up playing time and taking away playing time. Injured players or rehabbing players may be traded. Last year, Harrison Bader was traded... Read More

Jonathan India Dealing With Left Heel Pain

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (heel) was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Dodgers due to left heel pain. He has started at second base in eight of the last 10 games. It's unclear when India sustained the heel injury; he is considered day-to-day. The 26-year-old is slashing .251/.336/.409 with 14 home runs, 52... Read More

Eric Cross' Dynasty News and Notes: Riley Greene, Jarren Duran, Ha-Seong Kim, and More!

In the dynasty world, news and notes articles take on a whole new meaning. Not only are we discussing short-term value with these players, but we need to look long-term as well. A good dynasty manager is like Crazy Eyes from the movie Mr. Deeds. You have to have one eye on the present and... Read More

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/29/23

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 maximize your winnings. Each day, I'll share my top... Read More

RIVAL Fantasy MLB DFS Props - Over/Under Picks for Saturday, July 29th, 2023

Welcome to another edition of RIVAL Fantasy picks for MLB! We will focus on two fantasy contest types offered on RIVAL - Challenges and FantasyBook (Over/Under) for MLB games on Saturday, July 29th. Challenges are H2H matchups between two MLB players. You choose which one you think will score the most fantasy points, then place... Read More

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/29/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Saturday, RotoBallers! I'm excited to be covering another fun weekend DFS slate. Let's break down my favorite plays from today's main slate! We have a jam-packed Saturday with a 13-game main slate and a lot of plays to break down. Let's get to it! This article will provide my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks... Read More

Eric Cross' Top 50 Dynasty Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (July)

The July Top 500 prospect rankings update is always my favorite update during the season. Why? Well, I get to add all the recent MLB draft prospects to the mix which was around 70 overall in my top 500. This time of year truly fits the term "Christmas in July" for us prospect rankers. These... Read More

Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups: Triston Casas, Nick Pivetta, Edouard Julien, Kevin Ginkel, more

Welcome RotoBallers to our mid-week fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings list for Week 19 - July 24 through July 30 to help you stay on top of the waiver wire, especially in leagues that allow daily moves. The MLB trade deadline is Monday, and we have seen significant roster shakeups, such as the Angels acquiring... Read More

Breakout Hitters Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Adolis Garcia, Yandy Diaz, Corbin Carroll, Bryson Stott

Welcome RotoBallers to our fantasy baseball breakout hitters article for Week 18. As always, we are here to bring you a few MLB hitters whose advanced metrics are popping out. My name is Joshua Costello, and I will be giving you 3-5 hitter names that seem to have sustainable improved production this season. Most of... Read More

Nick Lodolo Could Return In August

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (leg) threw a side session on Friday and will need more bullpen sessions before beginning a minor-league rehab assignment, but his target date for a return to the major leagues is now late August, moved up from September. The 25-year-old southpaw is no longer wearing a walking boot and has... Read More

Hunter Greene Hoping To Return On Aug. 20

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene's (hip) estimated return is set for Aug. 20. Greene is making progress after throwing a side session on Tuesday and a live batting practice session on Friday. The 23-year-old hard-throwing starter has a ways to go, though, as he's been on the shelf since the middle of June with a... Read More

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/28/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/28/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. It's a pretty loaded 14-game slate on a Friday night with no shortage of options at every position. These slates are tough, but I am going to do my best to help you navigate it... Read More

Main Slate - DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/28/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Friday, RotoBallers! I'm excited to be covering another fun DFS slate. The MLB season has been good to me in the early going, so I'm looking forward to sifting through another slate of games. Let's break down my favorite plays from today's main slate! We have a typical Friday main slate on our hands... Read More