Jared Jones Makes Opening Day Roster
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Jared Jones has made the team's Opening Day roster. The team's No. 3 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, didn't all an earned run over 16 1/3 Grapefruit League innings this spring. The 22-year-old is in line to start the third game of the season this Saturday against the Marlins in Miami,... 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
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
Top 40 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings for 2024 Drafts (Redraft Leagues)
We're now over halfway through spring training and plenty has happened since my initial 2024 rookie rankings several weeks ago. We have prospects charging hard for opening day jobs, others that have fallen off, and plenty more still digging for roles to open the season. In just the last few days, we had one of... 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
Late-Round Starting Pitcher (SP) Fantasy Baseball Draft Values and Targets In 2024
Welcome officially to the 2024 fantasy baseball season! Late-round picks in fantasy baseball can often be the difference between a mediocre team and a championship contender. While it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of selecting big-name players early in the draft, finding those hidden gems in the later rounds is equally essential.... 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
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
13 Breakout Hitters For Fantasy Baseball Drafts
Just saying the word “breakout” is enough to make the hair on the back of fantasy players' necks stand up. Every fantasy player has one thing in common. They want to win. Nothing helps a player's odds of winning more than finding a breakout player or two. Everyone has their own definition of a breakout.... Read More
Starting Pitchers: Undervalued and Overvalued For Fantasy Baseball Points Leagues
When to select a starting pitcher can sometimes be the hardest part in fantasy baseball. However, getting at least one elite starter is almost key. Spencer Strider is the most valuable starting pitcher in fantasy drafts this year and should be the clear No. 1 pitcher off the board. Strider is currently the only pitcher... 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
CBS Undervalued and Overvalued Picks - Fantasy Baseball ADP Advantages for Drafts
When looking at certain fantasy baseball players' worth, one area to look at is the average draft position (ADP). While you will want to keep your league settings in mind while trying to grasp how other managers are drafting, looking at a player's ADP can give you a hint of where to try to target... Read More
Later-Round Prospects for Fantasy Baseball - Draft Sleepers and Values (2024)
Sleeper is an oft-used phrase in fantasy circles but the value of having one hasn't diminished. When you look back at the end of the season, you'll find the later-round players are more likely to have a larger positive impact than those drafted in the early rounds. And if you identify some before your drafts,... Read More
Bryan Reynolds Goes Yard
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Thursday's Grapefruit League action versus the Toronto Blue Jays. The home run would be his fourth of the spring and he now has six RBI. The power has been there for the 29-year-old this spring, but other than that, he has hit... 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
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
Top 70 Shortstop (SS) Fantasy Baseball Rankings - March Updates
Hey, RotoBallers! We are less than a week away from Opening Day! It's an exciting time for baseball fans as an entire season lies ahead. At RotoBaller HQ, we are back with more fantasy baseball rankings to help you win your leagues. Today, we will look at our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball shortstop rankings,... Read More
Top 225 Starting Pitcher (SP) Fantasy Baseball Rankings - March Updates
Hey, RotoBallers! Spring training is here, and it's an exciting time for baseball fans. We have been constantly updating our rankings and publishing articles all off-season to help you prepare and crush your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. Today, we will review our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings, recently updated for March.... Read More
Top 170 Relief Pitcher (RP) Fantasy Baseball Rankings - March Updates
Welcome back, RotoBallers, to more fantasy baseball rankings. Saves are one of the most volatile categories in fantasy baseball. Injuries to top fantasy baseball closers, Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Devin Williams and Minnesota Twins right-hander Jhoan Duran, have made the elite relief pitcher pool shrink more, as Josh Hader is the only reliever in the top... Read More
Top 175 Outfield (OF) Fantasy Baseball Rankings - March Updates
Hey, RotoBallers! As the fantasy baseball offseason ramps up, there is only a week left of spring training. The countdown is on, as we are a few days away from Opening Day. Today, we will review our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball outfield rankings, recently updated for March. Plenty of news and notes regarding... Read More
Top 75 First Base (1B) Fantasy Baseball Rankings - March Updates
Welcome back, RotoBallers, to more fantasy baseball rankings. Opening Day is a few days away, and it's a very exciting time for baseball fans. Looking for a first base or corner infield option for your fantasy team? We've you covered with our MLB team's updated 2024 fantasy baseball first base rankings, recently updated for March.... Read More
Last But Not Least: Fifth Starters That Are Relevant in 2024 Fantasy Baseball
When we look at the projected fifth starter across 30 MLB teams, it's quite a diverse group ranging from rookies to retreads and everything in between. Some of these pitchers are temporary placeholders for other injured starters, while others stand a better chance of lasting all season if their team has fewer options waiting on... Read More
Dauri Moreta To Miss 14-16 Months After UCL Surgery
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Dauri Moreta (elbow) underwent UCL surgery on Thursday and will miss the next 14 to 16 months. Moreta injured his right elbow earlier this spring and will now miss all of the 2024 season. There's a chance he won't be ready for the start of the 2025 campaign, either, depending on how... Read More
David Bednar Making Spring Debut Thursday
Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar (lat) is making his Grapefruit League debut on Thursday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The 29-year-old reliever came down with lat tightness earlier this month, which is why he hasn't pitched in a Grapefruit League game until Thursday. Now that he's getting into spring training action, he's optimistic that he'll... Read More