Statcast Pitcher Risers/Fallers - June FB/LD Exit Velocity (Week 13)

Welcome back to RotoBaller's series using Statcast to extrapolate, dig into, and commiserate over data to examine pitching performances. The weekly series will be dynamic as we fine-tune our findings and enlighten ourselves on the information and tools at our disposal. We touched on the topic of Exit Velocity (EV) earlier this season, using the […]

Are You For Real? Surprising SP Starts (Week 13)

Welcome to our surprising starts series. Every week we’ll be going over a few surprising starting pitcher performances around the majors to determine whether these starts were smoke and mirrors or something more. There weren't many hot young prospects to look at this week, at least none that hadn't already been covered in previous iterations […]

Streaming Wars -- Waiver Wire Targets For June 27

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your weakest categories, and target players who may be available on […]

Aaron Judge’s Home Run Fuels Win In Philly

With New York Yankees rookie pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga dealing on the mound, outfielder Aaron Judge had the biggest hit of the game on Monday, delivering a home run to left in the fifth inning, increasing his club’s lead to two runs. It was his 20th home run of the season, breaking a brief deadlock between him […]

Jonathan Loaisiga Bounces Back In Victory

In his third professional start with the New York Yankees, starter Jonathan Loaisiga bounced back with a victory, taking a no-hitter into the sixth inning. Taking on the Phillies in Philadelphia for his first National League start, he went 5 1/3 innings, allowing just one hit and two walks while striking out eight in a […]

Gary Sanchez Estimated To Miss 3-4 Weeks

After news broke early on Monday that New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez would indeed be placed on the disabled list with a groin strain, manager Aaron Boone wasn't positive about how long Sanchez would be out. It was revealed the 25-year-old suffered a Grade 1 strain, which will cost him approximately three to four […]

Neil Walker Not Starting on Monday

New York Yankees infielder Neil Walker (rest) is not in the starting lineup versus the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday. Walker has been struggling with the bat this season, so it's not surprising to see the Yankees letting their younger players get more action. Walker has failed to record a hit in weeks, so fantasy owners […]

Austin Romine Starting, Greg Bird Back In On Monday

New York Yankees catcher Austin Romine is in the starting lineup and will bat eighth on Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Romine will have to assume starting catcher duties going forward, as Gary Sanchez (groin) has been placed on the disabled list. Romine has hit well in part-time work this season, so he's a safe […]

Clint Frazier Optioned To Triple-A

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier was demoted to Triple-A on Monday. Frazier's undoubtedly frustrating season continues with the move, which is probably not merit-based, since the outfielder has hit to a .350 batting average and a .908 OPS in just 20 at-bats. Unfortunately for Frazier, he has been a victim of circumstance all season, […]

Miguel Andujar Rips Three-Run Home Run Sunday

New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar clubbed a three-run home run on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays. The shot increased his home run total to 11, but the Yankees ended up losing in 12 innings regardless. Though Andujar stayed quiet for the remainder of the game, the rookie has been outstanding this season, […]

Aaron Judge Goes 0-For-5 Against Rays Sunday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge went hitless with a walk on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Considering the game went 12 innings, it’s surprising that one of the Yankees most talented, most powerful bats did virtually nothing. Fantasy owners were probably just happy he only struck out once. These are the kinds of […]

Chasen Shreve’s Struggles Continue In Late Loss

New York Yankees relief pitcher Chasen Shreve took his second loss on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays. The left-hander came into the game in the 12th inning only to see Rays rookie Jake Bauers hit a walk-off home run against him. In total, five Yankees relievers held the Rays without a run until Shreve […]

Giancarlo Stanton Picks Up Five Hits In Defeat

Although the New York Yankees would get swept by the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday afternoon, outfielder Giancarlo Stanton continued his recent form of terrific production at the plate. The reigning NL MVP had six plate appearances, recording five hits and walking in his final turn at bat. He smashed another home run, his third […]

Trading Up - Mike Trout

It is universally understood among fantasy managers that Mike Trout is the best player in baseball. There was some speculation about Trout versus Mookie Betts earlier this year, and a few articles before the 2017 season about Betts or Jose Altuve as alternative number one picks. Many analysts offer the guidance that you never want […]

Gary Sanchez To Be Placed On Disabled List Monday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (hip/groin) will be placed on the disabled list on Monday. Kyle Higashioka is expected to take his place on the active roster and will provide depth behind Austin Romine. Sanchez sustained the injury while running to first base during Sunday’s marathon game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The extent […]

Champ or Chump: Frankie Montas and Jonathan Loaisiga

If you're participating in the Rotoballer Challenge on the RT Sports platform, you've probably noticed that they have a list of the most acquired and dropped players for the week on every league's homepage. This past week, all 10 of the listed adds were starting pitchers. Everybody is apparently looking for an extra arm. With […]

Week 13 Start/Sit Matchups - Starting Pitchers

You know what it is--it's my updated starts/sits column for Week 13! Your friendly neighborhood @Roto_Dubs is back again this year with his weekly starting pitcher matchups. This is our fifth year now writing this weekly column, helping fantasy baseball managers pick the best pitchers weekly. Below are the projected starting pitching matchups for Week 13, which […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets For June 25

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest categories, and target players who may be available on […]

Gary Sanchez Leaves Game Sunday With Injury

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez grounded into a double play in the tenth inning before leaving the game with the head athletic trainer. Sanchez was holding his groin as he walked slowly off the field and will be considered day-to-day for the time being. Austin Romine replaced Sanchez at catcher. More information should be […]

Domingo German Gets Crushed Sunday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German fell apart on Sunday giving up six runs on nine hits through three innings against the Rays raising his season ERA to 5.40. It was a very disappointing start for German who had been killing it recently with back to back quality starts and 19 strikeouts in his […]

Masahiro Tanaka Throws Successful Bullpen Session

The New York Yankees received some positive news Sunday morning as they prepare to wrap up a road series in Tampa Bay against the Rays. Masahiro Tanaka, out since June 8th after injuring both his hamstrings running home on a sacrifice fly, tossed a successful bullpen session. The 29-year-old tossed 26 pitches, explaining he was […]

Greg Bird Out Of Lineup Sunday

New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird (rest) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rays. The 25-year-old has struggled lately, hitting just .193 in 24 games, so hopefully, a day off will help him clear his head. He should be out of fantasy owners' lineups today.

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (6/24/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

We've got an 11 game slate on FanDuel this Sunday. This slate omits the Coors Field game, which allows for more flexibility and strategies. DET @ CLE and BAL @ ATL have the two biggest expected totals with a 9.5 O/U each. Four other games have a 9.0 O/U, and everywhere else is at 8.5 […]

The Cut List (Week 13): Time to Let Go?

Welcome to Week 13 of the Cut List. This week I take a look at Luke Weaver, Dallas Kuechel, Gregory Polanco, and Kyle Seager.  All 4 of these guys were drafted in the mid rounds and expected to have productive seasons, and they've all struggled to post even shallow team value as we approach the […]

Sonny Gray Finding The Wrong Consistency

All along during this 2018 season, the New York Yankees have sought consistency from starter Sonny Gray, who they acquired last season in a trade with the Oakland Athletics. He seems to be settling into a consistent form, but it’s a negative one. The 28-year-old was tagged with his fifth loss of the season Saturday […]

Gleyber Torres Sitting Out on Saturday

It is just a regular day of rest for New York Yankees prodigy Gleyber Torres. The 21-year-old has been a fantasy revelation since being called up in April. Although he has cooled down lately with just a .212 average during June, Torres still has fantastic numbers on the season. He is carrying a .288 average […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (6/23/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

We have a split slate of games which is normal for a Saturday and gives us 10 games in the early slate which starts at 2 pm and a four-game night slate. Solid options across the board, so I'll try to hit on a few from each slate. In this article, I will be providing you […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for June 24

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your neediest categories, and target players who may be available on […]

Points Leagues (H2H) Waiver Wire Adds and Streamers - Week 13

Welcome back for another week of advice for points league waiver wire moves. This segment will include waiver wire adds, drops, and streaming pitchers for the upcoming week. This article will be geared specifically toward points leagues. Every points league is different, so keep that in mind. Walks and extra base hits are more valuable, […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers for Week 13

We have 12 games on Monday, which increases the amount of two-start pitchers in the player pool for Week 13. Per usual, to get on our streaming radar, we look for pitchers who allow three earned runs, or less, and tally around five strikeouts per outing. Also, it helps to have opponents low on the […]