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Pirates Adding Catching Prospect Rafael Flores Jr. to Taxi Squad
The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed catcher/first base prospect Rafael Flores Jr. on their taxi squad on Tuesday, according to Pirates reporter Alex Stumpf. Flores, 25, made his major-league debut in 2025 with the Bucs, but he only appeared in seven games and went 3-for-15 with two doubles, two walks, and seven strikeouts. He could be […]
Projecting Rest of Season Top 10 Starting Pitchers in 2026 Fantasy Baseball: June Update
The cream is rising to the top! By this point in the season, we are starting to see the elite pitchers in MLB separate themselves from the pack. There are still some pitchers who are likely underperforming or overperforming, but there's not much argument about the top five, or maybe six, starting pitchers in baseball. […]
9 Closer Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates: Relief Pitcher Targets For Saves (Week 11)
Summer is fully upon us now, and the perpetual search for closers and relief pitchers who can help your rosters continues unabated. Here are some relievers who might be under the radar now, but could be making waves soon. The key caveat here is that none of these pitchers are pure closers. Some are in […]
Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups for Week 11 (Hitters and Pitchers)
Amazingly, Week 11 is already here! Injuries continue to pile up as players such as Elly De La Cruz, Jorge Soler, and Austin Wells were placed on the injured list. At RotoBaller HQ, we return with more waiver wire advice to improve your roster or find an injury replacement with our fantasy baseball waiver wire […]
Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Stash (Redraft): Eric Cross' Rookie Rankings for Week 11
It was a slower week on the prospect front last week, with only a couple of notable prospect promotions. Edwin Arroyo finally got the call to Cincinnati after excelling in Triple-A, and LuJames Groover got the call in Arizona. We also saw Spencer Jones recalled after Aaron Judge landed on the IL. It looks like […]
Fantasy Baseball Breakouts or Fake Outs? Hitters Delivering Elite Results For Week 11
We're in the thick of things both in the MLB world and the fantasy baseball world. Things continue to get clear with who's who every week, but that won't stop me from bringing you another edition of Fantasy Baseball Hitter Breakouts or Fake Outs. The next big thing could be sitting there on the waiver […]
Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Prospect Sleepers, Breakouts, Risers: Week 11
Welcome back to the Week 11 edition of our Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report for the 2026 MLB season, looking at dynasty prospect risers and fallers! Today, we'll take a look at some hot prospects in the minors, including Lazaro Montes, Kade Anderson, Zach Root, and more. We're already in the second week of June, […]
MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (6/9/2026)
We have 15 games on tonight’s slate, a night where we celebrate the birthday of the greatest actor of our generation, Mr. Johnny Depp. Hopefully, tonight won’t be a Nightmare on Elm Street for you, and you can pick the right guys to put some (Ed) Wood on the ball. Perhaps even a stroll down […]
3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Joshua Baez, Abimelec Ortiz, Carlos Lagrange
Through the early going, fantasy managers have seen many high-impact prospects earn the call and make an impact, such as A.J. Ewing, Henry Bolte, and Ryan Waldschmidt. Below, we will look at two hitting prospects showcasing high upside at Triple-A and a pitcher who could be on the verge of a promotion since a change […]
Fantasy Baseball Closer Depth Charts - MLB Bullpens and Saves
Saves are an important component for many fantasy baseball leagues. Closers are one of the most volatile positions in fantasy baseball and one of the highest turnover positions in MLB. Each year, closers drop like flies, and many MLB teams make in-season changes due to injuries or poor performance. Relief pitchers are becoming increasingly important […]
Oneil Cruz Day-to-Day With Hand Injury
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz (hand) cut his hand while sliding into home plate on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves and was out of the starting lineup for the series finale on Sunday as a result, according to Jeff Hathhorn of 93.7 The Fan. Cruz is considered day-to-day and is unlikely to land on the […]
Khristian Curtis Earns the Call to Triple-A, Will he Debut in 2026?
The Pittsburgh Pirates are promoting right-handed pitching prospect Khristian Curtis to the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians on Monday, according to Chase Ford of Milb Central. Curtis, a 12th-round selection back in 2023 out of Arizona State University, earned the promotion to the top level in the minors despite going 0-7 with a 4.73 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, […]
RotoBaller Staff Roundtable - Waiver Wire Pickups: Fantasy Baseball Week 11
Welcome, RotoBallers, to another Staff roundtable ahead of Week 11 of the fantasy season. Below, you will see some of our top wiaver wire picks for the week, including suggestions from Eric Cross, Andy Smith, Frank Ammirante, and Keith Hernandez. This week, we will look at several recently promoted prospects who are enjoying a hot […]
The Cut List - Time To Let Go? Who To Consider Dropping For Fantasy Baseball (Week 11)
Welcome back to The Cut List as we head into Week 11 of the 2026 season. For those who are not familiar, this is our weekly article looking at players whom fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worth […]
Top Hitter Streamers and Starts - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 11 (June 8 - June 14)
After one week off, I'm back with my top hitter streamers to consider for the upcoming week of fantasy baseball. I was able to catch my hometown Pirates in person last weekend and saw them pile up 25 runs on the Minnesota Twins in a sweep. A few Pirates' hitters make the column this week, […]
Starting Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 11 (June 8 - June 14)
Welcome, everyone, to our starting pitcher fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for Week 11 of the 2026 season (June 8 - June 14). In this weekly piece, we search for starting pitchers rostered in less than 50 percent of Yahoo leagues. For deeper leagues, we try to find pitchers rostered in less than 30 percent […]
7 Must-Stash Fantasy Baseball Prospects? Kade Anderson, Luis Lara, Kaelen Culpepper, River Ryan, George Lombard, Cole Carrigg, Hagen Smith
Finding high-end prospects on the waiver wire ahead of their promotion cannot only save you a high amount of your FAAB budget, but also provide you with a potential lottery ticket. In this piece, we will spotlight seven prospects who are showing high-end talent in the minor leagues and could be worth stashing ahead of […]
6 Upside Fantasy Baseball Closers Breaking Out? Alex Lange, Caleb Kilian, Hogan Harris, JoJo Romero, Rico Garcia, Yoendrys Gomez
Finding saves on the waiver wire in the middle of the season is often difficult, as most bullpens are established. However, sometimes setup options begin to emerge and slowly take over the ninth-inning role. Below, we will look at six relief pitchers whose fantasy value has risen over the past week and who term managers […]
MLB DFS Picks for 6/8/26: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings
I love it when both FanDuel and DraftKings align with the early game window, and tonight that is what we have. There will be an eight-game slate tonight with plenty of options to go around. I love tonight's slate, so let's stay hot here at RotoBaller. If you have not had a chance to check […]
3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Kaelen Culpepper, Ralphy Velazquez, Braden Montgomery
Finding a high-impact prospect on the waiver wire ahead of their promotion can provide a massive spark to your fantasy baseball team. In this piece, we will spotlight three prospects who are performing at a high level at Triple-A and quickly approaching their MLB debuts. Should fantasy managers stash these high-end prospects? Let's dive in!Featured […]
3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Max Clark, Kade Anderson, River Ryan
Every season, fantasy managers see high-upside prospects earn the call and make an immediate impact in the majors. So far, players like Colt Emerson and Payton Tolle have entered must-start status since earning their promotions. Below, we will look at three of the top prospects in the minor leagues, including two pitchers who are on […]
Spencer Horwitz Emerging as High-End Waiver-Wire Target Amid Power Surge
Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz has taken a step forward in his second year with Pittsburgh, posting a .286 average and a .846 OPS. The 28-year-old went 2-for-3 on Sunday with a solo home run and continues to earn steady playing time in the middle of the order. He has already hit eight home runs, […]
Konnor Griffin is Looking at Extended Absence
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin (elbow) is unlikely to be back in the lineup anytime soon. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington mentioned on Sunday that Griffin is looking at a "more relaxed timetable" in his recovery. The 20-year-old has been out since the end of May due to a flexor strain in his right elbow. […]
FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Baseball Pickups to Target for Week 11 (June 8 - June 14)
Welcome, RotoBallers, to our Week 11 fantasy baseball FAAB waiver wire pickups for June 8 - June 14. For those new to this weekly series, we dive into the best fantasy baseball waiver wire targets every week for leagues that use FAAB (free agent acquisition budget) and our recommended dollar bid amounts for waivers. This […]
Brandon Lowe on the Bench Due to Knee Injury
Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe (knee) is not in the starting lineup for the team's series finale on Sunday in Atlanta against the Braves, according to MLB.com. Nick Gonzales will start at the keystone and is hitting second against right-hander Bryce Elder. Lowe is out after fouling a ball off his right knee in […]
Bubba Chandler to Pitch in Bulk Relief on Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mason Montgomery will presumably serve as the opener in front of right-hander Bubba Chandler for Sunday's series finale against the Atlanta Braves, according to Pirates insider Jason Mackey. It's the first time this year that Chandler won't be used as a traditional starter. The 23-year-old has been inconsistent this year and has […]
7 Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 11 Fantasy Baseball (2026)
Hello RotoBallers! Welcome back to another edition of our 7 Must-Adds ahead of Week 11 of the fantasy baseball season. As we approach the halfway point of the season, it is more important than ever to pay close attention to the waiver wire, as there are many potential breakout candidates who are still widely available and […]
Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups: Hitters and Pitchers (Week 11)
It doesn't matter if it's the beginning of April, the beginning of June, or the end of August; you always need to keep an eye on and utilize the waiver wire in all of your fantasy leagues. Maybe you just lost Aaron Judge for the next several weeks and are scrambling to fill the void. […]
Hitter Fantasy Baseball Breakouts - Risers to Watch and Waiver Wire Outlooks (Week 11)
Welcome back to my Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters article for Week 11 of the 2026 MLB regular season. The focus of this column is to highlight players who could be breaking out, taking a look at current active hitting streaks along with recent leaders in batting average, isolated power (ISO), stolen bases, and more. Last […]
Fantasy Baseball Sell-Highs: Early-Season Overachievers to Trade Away? (Week 11)
One of the hardest things in fantasy baseball is knowing when the right time is to sell a player. Sometimes, it's best to keep that starting pitcher who continues to put up zeros on the mound or that hitter who can't be stopped. Sometimes, though, it's best to sell high on these players because their […]
