Fantasy Baseball 2022 First-Half Awards

As we close out the first half of the MLB season, we are temporarily going into reflection mode. I'm Jon Anderson and I'm here to hand out some first-half awards for fantasy baseball. I will mostly have standard-scoring rotisserie leagues in mind here, and I will try to not make injury a big part of... Read More

Is Oneil Cruz a Breakout Player or Over-Hyped Rookie?

Sometimes when your anticipation for something is so great, it's hard to evaluate that particular thing fairly and accurately. Sometimes we want a movie or a show or a person we're dating to be good, so we only see the positives (like people who claimed to like "Obi-Wan"). Other times, the waiting makes our expectations... Read More

Pablo Lopez To Start Thursday's Game

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez will make the start during Thursday's second-half opener versus the Texas Rangers. The 26-year-old has been fantastic through the first half of the season. He's posting a 2.86 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 101:32 K:BB ratio across 18 starts. Manager Don Mattingly hasn't announced the rest of the starting rotation... Read More

Rest-Of-Season Fantasy Baseball Rankings: MLB Mid-Year Updates and Analysis

With the MLB All-Star break approaching and the season's halfway mark upon us, I figure it's time to drop a full-blown fantasy baseball rankings update. Scroll along to see my ranks broken down by position, with a smattering of analysis commentary following each position's table. To be clear, these rest-of-season fantasy baseball rankings are geared... Read More

Week 15 MLB Injury News, Fantasy Baseball Injury Updates - Wander Franco, Yordan Alvarez, Jacob deGrom, Freddy Peralta

The mid-summer classic is upon us. We now get to watch the Home Run Derby and see if Pete Alonso can three-peat. The only other MLB player to ever win a total of three Home Run Derbys was Ken Griffey Jr. The All Star game follows with some of the best players in the game... Read More

Jacob Berry Selected Sixth Overall By Marlins

The Miami Marlins selected outfielder/third baseman Jacob Berry with the sixth overall pick in the 2022 MLB draft. The 21-year-old played college baseball at LSU last year and hit .370/.464/.630 with 15 homers, 48 RBI and 47 runs over 53 games. He is a switch hitter and has shown the ability to hit for contact... Read More

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 15

We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers 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 sure to highlight where players are the best... Read More

2B/SS Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball Week 15

Welcome to the All-Star Break, after the games on Sunday, the All-Stars will head to Los Angeles, other players will head home, and those of us managing multiple fantasy teams will enjoy a well-deserved break. We at RotoBaller hope our tools have helped find success in the first half, but there's still time to make... 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. We're kicking off the fantasy baseball season's second half with a bang here at RotoBaller. With the All-Star break just around the corner, you know each team in your league is stepping back and assessing their chances. You can step in and take advantage... Read More

Week 15 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Matt Carpenter, Esteury Ruiz, Leody Taveras, Max Meyer

Welcome fellow RotoBallers, as we enter Week 15 of the fantasy baseball season and the All-Star break. Last week's list featured players like Josh Rojas, Nolan Jones, Brayan Bello, Brett Martin and Aaron Hicks off the waiver wire, and we're back at it for more. Just like any other week, we have put together a full... Read More

Pitchers: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 15

Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent pitchers to add for Week 15. Fantasy baseball managers should consider adding these players off the waiver wire if they are available in their leagues. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (SiriusXM channel 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM... Read More

Max Meyer Charged With Five Runs In MLB Debut

Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer wound up with an ugly line in his MLB debut against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. He pitched 5 1/3 innings and gave up seven hits, one walk and five earned runs while striking out five. He was tagged for two home runs in the game. It's also worth noting... Read More

Jesus Sanchez Returns On Sunday

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez is back in the starting lineup on Sunday against Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola, starting in center field and batting seventh in the lineup. Sanchez sat out the last three games while dealing with a personal issue, but he'll return for the final game of the first half of the... Read More

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (7/17/22)

Today is the last day before the MLB All-Star Break. We have a full 15-game slate, however, there is no Sunday night baseball tonight. If you are looking to bet on MLB today you are going to have to place those bets this morning and afternoon (depending on your time zone)! This article will give... Read More

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 7/17/22 (Premium Content)

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/17/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our top... Read More

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/17/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Sundays are all about day baseball, and now that we have a game that starts around lunchtime (or before) on the East coast, we get baseball earlier than ever before. There is no night game tonight, as we are on the cusp of the All-Star break! Don't be surprised if we see some star players... Read More

Max Meyer Has Contract Selected, Will Make Debut Saturday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Max Meyer has had his contract selected from Triple-A Jacksonville and will make his MLB debut on Saturday against the Phillies. This news has been known for the last few days but now it's official. Jimmy Yacabonis has been placed on the 15-day IL with a left groin strain to make... Read More

Jesus Sanchez Remains Out Saturday

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez remains out of the starting lineup on Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Sanchez is dealing with a personal matter and will miss his third straight game. However, he's come off the bench in the last two games, so he's still with the team. Bryan De La Cruz will be back... Read More

Sandy Alcantara Strikes Out 12 In Friday's Loss

Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara had yet another fantastic outing against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. Unfortunately, his offense couldn't come through for him and he wound up taking his fourth loss of the year. Alcantara pitched eight innings in the game and allowed four hits, two walks and two earned runs while striking out... Read More

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 7/16/22 (Premium Content)

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/16/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our top... Read More

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/16/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Welcome back to the Saturday edition of our MLB DFS picks here at RotoBaller. I'll be here all weekend, helping you navigate the various slates that both FanDuel and DraftKings are offering. Today is a bit of a mess, I'll admit, as DK has created an 11-game slate that starts at 2:05 PM, while FanDuel... Read More

Anthony Bender To Make Rehab Appearance Sunday

Miami Marlins right-hander Anthony Bender (back) is scheduled to make a rehab appearance on Sunday for Single-A Jupiter. Bender has been on the injured list since May with a back injury but he appears on track to return to the Marlins sometime after the All-Star break. The 27-year-old has made 16 appearances for Miami, posting... Read More

Edward Cabrera To Make Rehab Start Saturday

Miami Marlins right-hander Edward Cabrera (elbow) is scheduled to make a rehab start for Double-A Pensacola on Saturday. Cabrera already took the mound on Monday to throw a live batting practice session as he attempts to make his way back to the field after a bout of tendinitis in his right elbow. The 24-year-old has... Read More

Sixto Sanchez To Throw Bullpen Saturday

Miami Marlins right-hander Sixto Sanchez (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday and is slated to toss another one on Saturday. Sanchez missed all of the 2021 season after shoulder surgery and the Marlins have been taking it slow with the 23-year-old. If the hurler's bullpen sessions continue to go smoothly, he could be on... Read More

Jesus Luzardo To Start Rehab Assignment Saturday

Miami Marlins left-hander Jesus Luzardo (forearm) is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Saturday with Single-A Jupiter. Luzardo has been sidelined since May 10 after he strained his left forearm, posting a 2-3 record, 4.03 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and 41 strikeouts in 29 innings before the injury. The 24-year-old southpaw is likely to need... Read More

Miguel Rojas Returns Friday

Miami Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas (mouth) is back in the starting lineup on Friday against Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Kyle Gibson, playing shortstop and hitting eighth in the batting order. Rojas lost a tooth in Thursday's game after a collision in the ninth inning, but he won't miss any time. The 33-year-old infielder has given fantasy... Read More

Garrett Cooper Back In Action Against Phillies

Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper (knee) is starting at first base and hitting second on Friday against Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Kyle Gibson. Cooper will be available again for fantasy managers after missing the last two games due to a bruised left knee. The 31-year-old All-Star has been in a recent cold stretch at the... Read More

Jesus Sanchez Out Again Friday

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez remains out of the starting lineup again on Friday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Sanchez was scratched from the starting lineup on Thursday with a personal issue, and it remains to be seen if he'll return before the All-Star break, which begins on Monday. The 24-year-old is hitting just .205/.262/.386, but... Read More

Jon Berti Lands On IL, Jorge Soler Reinstated

The Miami Marlins placed infielder Jon Berti (groin) on the injured list with a left groin strain on Friday and reinstated outfielder Jorge Soler (pelvis) from the injured list in a corresponding move. The Marlins also optioned Daniel Castano to the minors and recalled pitcher Cody Poteet. Berti suffered a mild groin strain in Thursday's... Read More

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (7/15/22)

Happy Friday, RotoBallers! Make sure you're following my Twitter, as I can't guarantee that I'll always be able to get the added plays written here in the article, but I will typically add whatever else I'm playing throughout the day. The entire RotoBaller team has been working around the clock to make sure we can... Read More