Bryan Reynolds Homers In Three-Hit Day
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds had a big day Wednesday, going 3-for-4 with a home run, a walk, and three runs scored in an 8-7 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. Reynolds now has 16 homers on the season. After a slow start to the year, Reynolds has picked up his performance significantly, and he now... Read More
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 8/4/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 8/4/22 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
David Bednar Placed On Injured List
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed closer David Bednar (back) on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday and recalled right-hander Yohan Ramirez from Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move. The team also recalled infielder Tucupita Marcano from Indianapolis and designated infielder Yoshi Tsutsugo for assignment. Bednar was unavailable for a save chance on Tuesday against the Milwaukee... Read More
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 8/3/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 8/3/2022 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We have a split slate today, and I'm going to cover both - but we're not going to explain the picks as much because of it. I'm mainly using my projection system, which has been... Read More
Updated MLB Prospects Rankings - Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects (Week 17)
This is going to be one of the most challenging articles of this fantasy baseball prospects series this season, as this is being written on the evening of July 31st, 2022 just a day and a half away from the trade deadline. There are several MLB-ready prospects that are being rumored in trade talks making... Read More
Hot MLB Prospects To Watch For Fantasy Baseball - Week 17
Welcome back RotoBallers, the All-Star break is in the rearview mirror. We're heading into Week 18 of the fantasy baseball season, and the minor league season rages on. It would be foolish to proceed without highlighting the top performances from Week 17. It's imperative to monitor the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads... Read More
Wil Crowe Earns Third Save Of Season Tuesday
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Wil Crowe picked up his third save of the season in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Brewers. Crowe came in to pitch the ninth inning with a two-run lead. He struck the first hitter out, allowed a single, and then struck the next two hitters out to end the game. Closer... Read More
David Bednar Bothered By Lower Back Tuesday
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton said Tuesday that closer David Bednar (back) was bothered by his lower back, which was why he was not available in a 5-3 win over the Brewers. Wil Crowe instead came in to convert his third save of the season. Shelton said that the team will use the next couple... Read More
MLB Trade Deadline Rumors and Updates - Fantasy Baseball Impacts (August 2nd)
The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching. Teams looking for a leg up on their competition will be working the phones before the clock strikes 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 2. Don't be surprised to see a significant uptick in trades as the day progresses. With the deadline almost here, let's dive into the rumors... Read More
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 8/2/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 8/2/22 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
Jase Bowen Showing Progress In Minors
Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect Jase Bowen, like many other minor leaguers, suffered from the COVID-19 pandemic because it limited his opportunities to see crucial game action and progress his development in 2020. As a result, he's still in Single-A, though he's certainly knocking on the door of a promotion. The 21-year-old's biggest weakness is his... Read More
Thunder Dan's MLB Betting Picks for August 2: Pitcher Props, Totals, Money Line Bets
Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another edition of Thunder Dan's Best MLB Bets! Whether you like game totals, sides, or player props, I have something in here for you and try to cover a little bit of everything! Last month, I started my own free sports betting newsletter, and the good people here at RotoBaller are... Read More
DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/2/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups
It's August 2nd, we are closing in on the trade deadline today and we have had quite a bit of movement among players. Make sure before lineup lock that the players you have are confirmed in the lineups! It stinks to put someone in, and find out they were taken out of the lineup and... Read More
MLB Hitter Studs and Duds - Advanced Metrics Leaders for xwOBA (Week 17)
For this week's iteration of advanced metrics leaders, we're going to forego BaseballSavant and head straight to the best source for data - our own Jon Anderson (@JonPGH). Among many other things, he has created an MLB Tableau full of Statcast data that is available to the public. It's easy to filter and sort to... Read More
MLB Trade Deadline Rumors and Updates - Fantasy Baseball Impacts
The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching. Teams looking for a leg up on their competition will be working the phones before the clock strikes 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 2. Don't be surprised to see a significant uptick in trades on Monday, then again on Tuesday. With the deadline almost here, let's dive into... Read More
Jose Quintana Headed To St. Louis
The St. Louis Cardinals are reportedly finalizing a deal to acquire left-hander Jose Quintana from the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. The return for the Pirates has yet to be reported. Quintana has made 20 starts for the Pirates in 2022, posting a 3-5 record, 3.50 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, and 89 strikeouts over... Read More
Week 17 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Luis Garcia, Brady Singer, Alex Cobb, Domingo German
Welcome fellow RotoBallers, as we enter Week 17 of the fantasy baseball season. Last week's list featured players like Jean Segura, Nolan Jones, Alexis Diaz, Kyle Lewis and Ramon Urias off the waiver wire, and we're back at it for more. Just like any other week, we have put together a full assortment of fantasy baseball... Read More
Points League Pitchers: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 17
Welcome to Week 17 and our fantasy baseball waiver wire pitchers. 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,... Read More
Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 17
Welcome to Week 17 and our fantasy baseball waiver wire hitters. 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,... 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. Ready or not, August is upon us and that means we're roughly two-thirds of the way through our fantasy baseball season. You may feel that contenders are settled but I assure you, there is plenty of time for a wild card to emerge. Keep... Read More
Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 17
Welcome back to Week 17 of our fantasy baseball Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups series! We went through a tough stretch there where there was really nobody on waivers inspiring any confidence. As expected, ownership levels have loosened up as some fantasy managers tune out - and we have some opportunity here to bolster our... Read More
Ke'Bryan Hayes Considered Day-To-Day
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes (knee) was a late scratch from Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The good news is, Hayes is considered day-to-day with a minor knee issue, according to manager Derek Shelton. The organization noted that Hayes didn't have any swelling, which is a positive sign. The hope is that Hayes... Read More
Ke'Bryan Hayes Scratched From Sunday's Lineup
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes (knee) has been scratched from Sunday's starting lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies with left knee discomfort. For now, fantasy managers should consider Hayes to be day-to-day. The 25-year-old will have Monday's off day to rest up, so perhaps he'll be ready to go again in the series opener against... Read More
Bryan Reynolds Back From Paternity List
The Pittsburgh Pirates activated outfielder Bryan Reynolds from the paternity list on Sunday and optioned infielder/outfielder Diego Castillo to Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move. Reynolds has been away from the team since going on the paternity list on Thursday, but he should return to the team's starting lineup on Sunday against Philadelphia Phillies right-hander... Read More
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 7/31/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/31/22 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
Two-Start Pitcher Streamers for Fantasy Baseball - Week 17
Once again, the streaming landscape may be in flux this coming week due to the trade deadline. There are still a wealth of streaming options, especially starters on non-contenders whose rotation spots should be safe for the remainder of the year. But who can you trust? This fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups column aims to... Read More
Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - NFBC Waiver Wire Report for Week 17
We have completed another week of MLB action, making it time to make more waiver wire moves heading into Week 17. However, things will be slightly different for our weekly look into the high-stakes NFBC landscape. For those who do not know, in the NFBC, there are no IL spots and trades, making waiver moves... Read More
Pitchers: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 17
Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent pitchers to add for Week 17. 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
Jose Quintana Pitches Well In No-Decision
Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Jose Quintana went 5 2/3 scoreless innings against the Philadelphia Phillies in a no-decision on Friday, allowing four hits while walking two and striking out four in the eventual 4-2 loss. The 33-year-old veteran southpaw further boosted his trade value ahead of Tuesday's deadline, and he's now sporting a 3.50 ERA and... Read More
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 7/30/22 (Premium Content)
All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/30/22 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