James Paxton Threw Bullpen Session on Sunday

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Sunday. Paxton is dealing with left knee inflammation, but it sounds like he's close to returning. Paxton believes that he'll need one more bullpen session before he'll be ready to return. The Yankees have a bullpen session scheduled for Paxton on […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Sunday May 19th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for May 19th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]

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 playing the back nine of May and leaving that "25% complete" sign for the fantasy baseball season in the dust. This time of year has been particularly exciting, as mega prospects are being called up left and right. Many are widely owned and […]

Giancarlo Stanton A Week Away From Return To Yankees

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton appears not far away from a return to the majors. He'll begin a minor league rehab assignment on Monday and could return to the Yankees lineup in about a week. Stanton was placed on the IL on April 1 with a biceps injury, and he also suffered a setback […]

Didi Gregorius Will Play in Extended Spring Training Games

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) is scheduled to begin playing in extended spring training games on Monday. Gregorius is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Yankees plan to use Gregorius at designated hitter when he returns that way they don't put too much stress on his elbow. There is a chance that […]

Kendrys Morales is Sitting Out on Saturday

New York Yankees designated hitter Kendrys Morales (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Morales hit his first home run on the Yankees during Friday's contest. The Yankees are banged up at the moment, so Morales actually has some fantasy value despite his recent struggles with the […]

James Paxton is Still Dealing with Discomfort

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) is expected to come off the 10-day injured list next week. He was placed on there May 4th due to left knee inflammation. However, Paxton says that he is still dealing with discomfort in his knee. He's scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Sunday, so hopefully […]

Rest of Season Starting Pitcher Rankings (May Update)

The calendar's turned to May and we're heading out to the mound for a Rest-of-Season update of our mixed rankings analysis. RotoBaller writers Nick Mariano, Pierre Camus, Bill Dubiel and Scott Engel want you to crush the competition and know that rankings can't end on draft day. Check out our fantasy baseball rankings dashboard for the […]

Rest of Season Catcher Rankings - May Update

We wrap up our midseason rankings update for mixed leagues with the catcher position. RotoBaller writers Nick Mariano, Pierre Camus, Bill Dubiel and Scott Engel recently updated their rest-of-season ranks and we're here to break it all down. Unfortunately, catcher is still an utter cesspool when it comes to fantasy production, so don't convince yourself […]

The Waiver Wire Watch List: Week 8

As important as it is to be active on the waiver wire, snagging that next hot bat or pitcher on a roll before anyone else can, let's be honest--there are only so many roster spots. That's why your watch list is just as important as your waiver wire activity, and perhaps even more so. Throughout […]

Rest of Season Third Base Rankings - May Update

Now that we are midway through May, it's a perfect time to update our Rest-of-Season mixed rankings and provide some analysis. RotoBaller writers Nick Mariano, Pierre Camus, Bill Dubiel and Scott Engel want you to crush the competition and know that rankings can't end on draft day. Third base has been hit-and-miss in the early […]

Closers and Saves Report - Week 7 Waiver Wire

Let's talk about a Crazy Little Thing Called Saves. (Count it ✔) The Braves might have accidentally stumbled into one of the best closers in baseball. The Twins and Mariners continue to play the messy bullpen game, but it looks like maybe the Rays are settling into some kind of routine? The top two relievers in […]

Head-to-Head Hitter Streamers & Starts for Week 8

Welcome to the hitting streamers column for the week of 5/20 - 5/26. Whether you're looking to maximize the number of games played, exploit favorable matchups, or fill in for injured players, streaming hitters can be a fruitful strategy for those willing to put in a little work every week. Keep in mind that this […]

MLB DFS Prop Picks for 5/17/19 - Monkey Knife Fight

It’s one thing to like an ace on the mound because you tend to know what you’re getting from the best starting pitchers. Friday night, that includes the likes of Max Scherzer, Jacob de Grom and Gerrit Cole on the bump. However, the value play when picking props can be finding the pitchers that don’t […]

MLB DFS Top Tournament Stacks and Avoids for May 17th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We will be releasing our Premium MLB DFS picks every single day of the week for the entire MLB and fantasy baseball season and postseason, a few hours before games begin that day.   Top Avoids of the Day for 5/17/19  Max Fried vs Milwaukee […]

Greg Bird Moving Slowly

New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird (foot) still isn't doing any baseball activities, and manager Aaron Boone said "it's going slow." "He’s rehabbing, making some progress. I know he’s been on the (treadmill), but not ready to start doing baseball stuff yet," Boone said. Bird is dealing with a plantar fascia tear in his […]

Dellin Betances Throws Tuesday

New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances (shoulder) played catch from 90 feet on Tuesday, according to manager Aaron Boone. Boone doesn't know when Betances will throw from a mound, but once he does, he could progress quickly. The hard-throwing right-hander hasn't pitched at all this year due to a shoulder impingement, but he could […]

Today and Tomorrow's Starting Pitcher Rankings (5/16, 5/17)

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our fantasy baseball and DFS rankings for all of the projected starting pitchers for today (Thursday, May 16th) and tomorrow (Friday, May 17th). The concept is pretty straight forward. We round up our daily pitcher rankings, which will hopefully help you make your start/sit lineup decisions for both season-long […]

Aroldis Chapman Picks Up Two Saves Wednesday

With two close victories Wednesday, the New York Yankees had closer Aroldis Chapman work twice. In the first game of the day, the Cuban native allowed a hit in the ninth, but locked down the save with a pair of strikeouts. In the nightcap, he once again entered with a two-run lead and struck out […]

Domingo German Dominates En Route To Eighth Win

The New York Yankees feature the first pitcher to reach eight wins this major league season, and it's Domingo German. Originally thrust into the rotation due to injuries, the 26-year-old has been nothing short of sensational early on and Wednesday's performance was no exception. Taking on the Orioles, German went seven innings, allowing just one […]

Miguel Andujar Opts For Surgery, Likely Ending Season

Miguel Andujar's worst fears have been realized as the 24-year-old will indeed undergo surgery to repair the torn labrum in his right shoulder. His estimated time of recovery is four to six months, likely meaning he will not return this year. When Andujar originally went down with the injury, at the beginning of April, it […]

Gleyber Torres Homers Three Times Wednesday

Starting both games of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres had himself quite the day. Starting at shortstop, Torres drilled two home runs in the first game and added another in the nightcap as the Yankees swept both games. The 22-year-old now has eight home runs and 20 RBI […]

Miguel Andujar To Have Season-Ending Surgery

New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar (shoulder) will miss the remainder of the 2019 season after having surgery. After bursting on the scene with a .361 wOBA in 2018, Andujar has not been able to get anything going this year due to a nagging shoulder injury that has kept him on the injured list […]

Aaron Hicks Returns To Lineup Wednesday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) will finally be making his season debut Wednesday night in the second game of a doubleheader. Big things are expected from Hicks after a strong 2018 season. He will hit leadoff against Andrew Cashner and the Orioles. With all the Yankees injuries this season, Hicks is a welcome […]

Season Could Be Over For Miguel Andujar

New York Yankees third basemen Miguel Andujar (shoulder) could wind up missing the remainder of the season. According to Yankees manager Aaron Boone, Andujar’s injury hasn’t got worse, but it doesn’t seem to have progressed. A decision whether to elect for surgery or rehab will be made in the next day. Surgery would surely end […]

James Paxton Feeling Good After Bullpen Session

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) felt good Wednesday after his bullpen session the day before. Paxton is throwing with a knee brace to limit the likelihood of re-injury to a knee that has been bothering him all season. Paxton’s next bullpen is scheduled for Friday and more information should follow that session. […]

James Paxton Throws Bullpen Session Tuesday

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (left knee) threw a bullpen session on Tuesday in a knee brace. He mentioned that he felt it (knee pain) a little bit, but overall felt good. The next step will be for him to throw another bullpen session on Thursday, also with the knee brace. He’ll continue […]

Rest of Season Relief Pitcher Rankings - May Update

We are more than six weeks deep into the 2019 MLB season, so we're whipping it around the horn for a Rest-of-Season update of our mixed rankings analysis. RotoBaller writers Nick Mariano, Pierre Camus, Bill Dubiel and Scott Engel want you to crush the competition and know that rankings can't end on draft day. After […]

Power Hitting Risers & Fallers for Week 7 - Buy or Sell?

Welcome to this week's Power Hitting Risers & Fallers. All stats are full season through Monday, May 13th (unless otherwise noted). Your weekly reminders: When a Statcast ranking is mentioned, a minimum of 25 batted balls is needed to rank in Statcast figures; 365 players now have that many. And EVAB (pronounced ee-vab or ev-ab) […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/15/19): MLB DFS Lineups

We have 13 games on the slate tonight, split into two pretty even slates. There are plenty of pitching options to decipher through, with just as many bad pitchers to take advantage of. There are a ton of bats to pay up for, but we have to be careful with these prices on DraftKings. Let's […]