Identifying Breakout Starting Pitchers for Fantasy Baseball Using Stuff+

Just when you thought you had done enough research to prepare for your draft this weekend and considered every available statistic in your process, here comes Thunder Dan with another angle. I wouldn't be doing my job if I didn't get you to consider which starting pitchers you are going to draft from every possible... Read More

Exit Velocity Standouts (EV50) - Finding Sneaky Power Hitters for Fantasy Baseball

We have tons of access to baseball data in our fantasy analysis. Sometimes, we might have too many tools and resources because it can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning stages. One of those resources is Baseball Savant better known as Statcast data. The social media joke involves the red and blue sliders on a... Read More

Top 125 Saves+Holds Rankings for Fantasy Baseball Relief Pitchers (2024)

There's plenty of traditional fantasy baseball content where bullpen chatter is all about the closer role. Saves+Holds reliever ranks can be overlooked or left stale from an early offseason article, but I'll be here at least once a month to bring my leaderboard for the season. Allow me, Nick Mariano, to do my namesake proud... Read More

Updated Starting Pitcher (SP) Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 225 for March Drafts

Pitching wins fantasy baseball championships, and there are always lots of pitcher injuries and surprises with MLB rotations to start the season. It's key to stay updated before your drafts, and we're here to help out with our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball starting pitcher (SP) rankings. These starting pitcher rankings are brought to... Read More

Updated Closer and Relief Pitcher (RP) Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 175 for March Drafts

With the new era of baseball and MLB rule changes, relief pitchers are becoming more important than ever for building a winning fantasy baseball team. It's key to know who the best bullpen arms are, and below you'll see our take on that with our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball closers and relief pitcher... Read More

Mid-Round Closer and Relief Pitcher (RP) Fantasy Baseball Draft Values and Targets In 2024

Welcome officially to the 2024 fantasy baseball season! Spring training is in full force, and fantasy managers are gearing up for another exciting season in MLB. Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone is looking to draft players who can provide a great return on value. You can start taking calculated risks on... Read More

Eury Perez Plays Catch Pain-Free

Miami Marlins right-hander Eury Perez (elbow) played catch in camp pain-free on Saturday and will play catch again on Sunday. Even though it's already decided that Perez will open the 2024 regular season on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow, it's good news to see him throwing a baseball without... Read More

Post-Hype Pitchers Set To Break Out For Fantasy Baseball (2024)

"Post-hype" has become a fancy buzz term across the fantasy industry over the years. Generally speaking, your model post-hype sleeper is a player who once carried high expectations but failed to deliver. These players tend to be in their second or third year, as they either began their careers as much-ballyhooed prospects and initially underperformed,... Read More

ESPN H2H Fantasy Baseball Points League Primer: Bargains and Busts

Many different kinds of fantasy baseball leagues are calling to the wide variety of fantasy baseball players in the world. Analysis is done frequently for those playing in high-stakes leagues, and not for those playing in smaller, perhaps less competitive, leagues. While many fantasy players flock to snake drafts, many folks still play in points... Read More

Nick Mariano's Favorite Fantasy Baseball Picks and His Perfect Draft Using EDV

With most of my drafts in the books and one of the biggest draft weekends now here, it's time to combine the FSWA-award-nominated Expected Draft Values (EDV) series with a list of my most-targeted players. We'll explore some of the players that EDV says are premier buys before breaking down my hypothetical perfect draft and... Read More

Statcast Review: xBA - Noteworthy Fantasy Baseball Over and Underachievers

So far this offseason, we've taken a look at hitters who improved their walk rates the most, those batters who increased their sweet spot% the most, potential stolen base contributors after pick 300, amongst other articles. This particular article will take yet another slice of the data to see what there is to see. For... Read More

11 Starting Pitcher Breakouts for Fantasy Baseball Drafts (2024)

Nothing gets fantasy players' ears perked like the word breakout. The issue is, that word can mean many different things to different players. For some, it means a player that will outlive their fantasy baseball ADP. But to me, that is more of a sleeper. If you draft a player in Round 12, and they... Read More

Starting Pitcher Stuff+ Improvers for Fantasy Baseball (2024)

At this time of year when fantasy baseball managers are preparing for drafts, it's wise to look at trends to see which players might be heading in a positive direction and which ones are on a downward path so that strategies are properly adjusted for these signals. If a player is on an upward trend... Read More

NL-Only League Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 375 for March Drafts

Hey, RotoBallers! We are back with more fantasy baseball rankings. The fantasy baseball offseason is in full swing, and we will constantly update rankings and articles until Opening Day. We recently published our AL-Only rankings article; now it's time to focus on the National League. For fantasy managers who still play in these old-school formats, we've... Read More

Top 125 Corner Infield Fantasy Baseball Rankings (March Updates)

Hey, Rotoballers! It's an exciting time for baseball, with Opening Day about a few days away. Fantasy baseball's offseason is in full swing, and we are back with more rankings articles to help you crush your leagues. Most NFBC and roto leagues require you to start one corner infielder (first base or third base). Today,... Read More

Updated Third Base (3B) Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 70 for March Drafts

Here at RotoBaller we pride ourselves on bringing you all the latest fantasy baseball rankings and advice around the clock. And with that being said, below you'll find our team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball third base (3B) rankings. These third base rankings are brought to you by Nick Mariano, Brad Camara, Eric Cross, Ariel Cohen, and Kev Mahserejian. In... Read More

Updated First Base (1B) Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 75 for March Drafts

The peak of fantasy baseball draft season is upon us, and we're here as always to help you win big! Below you'll find our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball first base rankings. These first base rankings are brought to you by Nick Mariano, Brad Camara, Eric Cross, Ariel Cohen, and Kev Mahserejian. In case you were not... Read More

Updated Catcher Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 40 for March Drafts

Fantasy baseball drafts are heating up big time as we're just a few days away from the start of the MLB season! In this article you'll find our updated 2024 fantasy baseball catcher rankings. These catcher rankings are brought to you by Nick Mariano, Brad Camara, Eric Cross, Ariel Cohen, and Kev Mahserejian. In case you were not aware,... Read More

Top 10 Starting Pitcher Prospect Rankings For Dynasty Fantasy Baseball (2024)

The term "there is no such thing as a pitching prospect" gets thrown around a lot, sometimes jokingly, but sometimes seriously. I'm here to say that TINSTAAP is a myth. Yes, pitching prospects are more risky than hitting prospects and we're seeing more and more young arms need some sort of surgery early in their... Read More

Max Meyer Makes Opening Day Roster

Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer has made the team's Opening Day roster and has the inside track to begin the season in the team's starting rotation as their fifth starter, according to a source. If Meyer is indeed in the rotation, he would likely make his first start on April 1 in an excellent matchup... Read More

2024 Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers List by Nick Mariano

This premium article is part of our 2024 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. You might be sick of the term "sleeper"... Read More

Top 25 FYPD Fantasy Baseball Rankings from Eric Cross (2024)

Fantasy baseball First-Year Player Drafts are always a high point in any offseason for dynasty leagues. The ability to add new talent into the player pool is always exciting and brings new hope to dynasty teams that might have finished near the bottom of the standings the previous season. This year's draft class is absolutely... Read More

Top Starting Pitcher Prospects To Target For Fantasy Baseball Drafts (2024)

We are in the midst of draft season and as the calendar turns over from February to March, I am starting to get really excited for baseball season. While I cover football and basketball here at RotoBaller, baseball has always been my favorite sport to write about and I have a passion for pitchers in... Read More

Points Leagues Targets for Fantasy Baseball - Hitters and Pitchers to Draft (2024)

This premium article is part of our 2024 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. We all strive to do a better job... Read More

Sixto Sanchez Makes Roster In Relief Role

Miami Marlins right-hander Sixto Sanchez will be on the team's Opening Day roster, according to manager Skip Schumaker. Sanchez hasn't pitched in the big leagues since the shortened 2020 season due to multiple shoulder injuries, so the fact that he will even start in the big leagues is a modest surprise for the Fish. The... Read More

Eury Perez To Start On Injured List With Elbow Inflammation

Miami Marlins right-hander Eury Perez (elbow) will start the 2024 regular season on the 15-day injured list after being diagnosed with right-elbow inflammation. In addition to his elbow injury, Perez dealt with a fingernail issue in spring training. All in all, fantasy managers who are counting on the young 20-year-old to contribute to their rotation... Read More

Top Fantasy Baseball Sleeper and Value Picks to Crush RIVAL Best Ball

The 2024 fantasy baseball season is right around the corner but season-long best ball drafts are still in full swing right up until Opening Day. Fantasy baseball best ball formats are an excellent way to get get the experience of drafting without the hassle of in-season management. RIVAL Fantasy is one of the best formats... Read More

Closers and Saves Bullpen Report for Fantasy Baseball - Late March Edition

We're another week closer to Opening Day (or, in between Opening Days for Dodgers and Padres fans). That means we have our first two official saves of 2024! Besides that, bullpen hierarchies are starting to look much more defined, and injuries are still ravaging pitchers on seemingly every team. In this weird liminal space where... Read More

Closers and Relief Pitchers to Bounce Back for 2024 Fantasy Baseball

For the last three seasons, I have written the Bullpen Report here at RotoBaller. If you are unfamiliar, the article follows bullpens throughout the season to not only get ahead of closer changes but to identify those non-full-time closers that can be useful in fantasy baseball.  So when this article was up for grabs, it... Read More

Top 40 Catcher (C) Fantasy Baseball Rankings - March Updates

Hey, RotoBallers! The fantasy baseball offseason is almost over, as Opening Day is less than a week away. Catchers, for the first time in a while, will have plenty of good fantasy options to choose from in upcoming fantasy drafts. Especially if you are in a single-catcher league, fantasy managers can afford to wait until... Read More