Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Report Cards: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Chris Sale, Jacob deGrom, Dylan Cease, Cole Ragans, Blake Snell (Part 1)

The 2025 baseball season is in the books. Now seems like the perfect time to look back and reflect on the season: What went right and what went wrong. One of the biggest determinants will likely have been how the starting pitchers you drafted early performed throughout the year. Our focus here is on the […]

Yu Darvish to Miss All of 2026 Following Flexor-Tendon Surgery

San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish (elbow) will miss the entire 2026 season after having surgery to fix a torn flexor tendon in his right elbow that included an internal-brace procedure, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Darvish had the surgery last Wednesday with Dr. Keith Meister. The 39-year-old Japanese hurler only made 15 starts […]

Robert Suarez Opts Out, Becomes Free Agent

San Diego Padres All-Star closer Robert Suarez, who led the National League with 40 saves in 2025, opted out of his contract on Monday and will now officially become a free agent, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Suarez had $16 million over two years to go on his deal with San […]

Michael King Becomes Free Agent After Declining Mutual Option

As expected, San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King declined his side of a $15 million mutual option for the 2026 season on Sunday, according to Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. King will now become a free agent this offseason. The 30-year-old veteran finished the 2024 season as the Padres' most dominant starter, but […]

Albert Pujols Receives Second Interview for Padres Managerial Job

The San Diego Padres interviewed future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols on Tuesday for a second time for their vacant managerial position, according to Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. Pujols, who was unable to agree on a deal to become the next manager of the Los Angeles Angels this offseason, is now one […]

Cubs to Pursue Dylan Cease in Free Agency

The Chicago Cubs are expected to add reinforcements to their starting rotation this offseason. According to Bruce Levine, the Cubs are planning to pursue free-agent right-hander Dylan Cease. This doesn't come as a surprise considering Cease is going to be one of the top arms in free agency. The 29-year-old is coming off a down […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Waiver Wire Team - Jeremy's Top Pickups (2025)

There were many big fantasy baseball breakouts in 2025, including Cal Raleigh, Bryan Woo, Cristopher Sanchez, and Junior Caminero. However, they were all established players with breakout aspirations before the season, and you may have missed out on them in the middle rounds of drafts. There were plenty of other players who turned into true […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Bust Team - Mike's Most Disappointing Players (2025)

If you are anything like me, the list of players that you rostered in 2025 that could fill an article on busts is full of educated guesses you whiffed on. There are players listed here, like Jackson Merrill and Devin Williams, whose underperformance sank some of my teams. What constitutes a bust? We spotlighted players […]

Martin Maldonado Retires from Baseball

San Diego Padres catcher Martin Maldonado has decided to retire from baseball. Maldonado has decided to call it a career after playing 15 years in the big leagues. He began his career with the Milwaukee Brewers and played six seasons there. After that, Maldonado jumped around to a number of teams. He won a World […]

Nestor Cortes Undergoes Surgery, Out Roughly 9-10 Months

San Diego Padres impending free-agent left-hander Nestor Cortes (biceps) had successful surgery to fix a small tendon tear in his left arm, according to Francys Romero. The 30-year-old Cuban southpaw is expected to return to baseball activities in roughly nine to 10 months. He will become a free agent at the conclusion of the World […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Surprise Team - Kevin's Top Breakout Players (2025)

The 2025 fantasy baseball season is in the books, so it's time to look back on some of the biggest surprise stars and performances. These aren't just the players who provided the greatest value surplus compared to their draft cost. These are the players that, as I was looking back on their season, really made […]

Adrian Morejon in Consideration for Padres Rotation Role

San Diego Padres left-hander Adrian Morejon is reportedly being reevaluated for his role on the pitching staff, with a move from the bullpen to the rotation under consideration. The 26-year-old was outstanding in 2025, posting a 2.08 ERA, a 0.90 WHIP, and 75 appearances in relief. President of baseball operations and general manager AJ Preller […]

Mason Miller Still in Play to Return to a Starting Role?

When asked about San Diego Padres flame-throwing right-hander Mason Miller potentially moving from the bullpen to the starting rotation next year, general manager AJ Preller said the team will have more communication with the players moving forward, according to 97.3 The Fan in San Diego. The 27-year-old came up in the Athletics' system as a […]

Mike Shildt Retires as a Manager

Manager Mike Shildt will not be returning to the San Diego Padres next season and has decided to retire, according to Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. The 57-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Padres, but he said "the grind of the baseball season has taken a severe toll on […]

Jose Iglesias Suspended One Game for Unprofessional Conduct

San Diego Padres infielder Jose Iglesias was given a one-game suspension from Major League Baseball and an undisclosed fine for unprofessional conduct toward the umpires after Game 3 of the wild-card round at Wrigley Field when the Padres were eliminated by the Chicago Cubs, according to ESPN's Jesse Rogers. Shortstop Xander Bogaerts was also fined. […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Awards: RotoBaller Staff Picks

Allow me to welcome you to the official 2025 Fantasy Baseball Awards Show, presented by RotoBaller. These awards came together as the fantasy season finally settled into the history books, and we can all take a deep breath. We now gather to celebrate the good, the ugly, and all of the tilt in between. I, […]

Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Report for Playoffs Week 1 (2025)

The playoffs are here and it's beautiful. We've already had some excellent baseball and it seems like there's a certain promise for more great games ahead. All but one of the Wild Card Series went all three games and were very closely contested and we're looking set for some excellent Division Series action coming up […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (10/2/2025)

We have three games this Thursday in MLB to close out our Wild Card round. What better day for a playoff home run article than "Elimination Day?" With the playoffs advancing, home runs are going to become rarer. I am going to give you my favorite home run from each playoff game today. I would […]

Yu Darvish Starting Game 3 Against Cubs

San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish will start the win-or-go-home Game 3 of the NL wild-card series against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports. Darvish was a Cub from 2018-20, but his run with them ended when they traded him to the Padres a few months before the 2021 season began. […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (10/1/2025)

Welcome Back, RotoBallers! What a thrilling first day of the MLB playoffs! We are officially into October Baseball, and it's time we continue with some more banger home run props! The Dodgers game was filled with homers, and I expect that to happen once again. Let's dive into another day of postseason ball! I will […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (9/29/2025)

We have four games this Tuesday in MLB to open up our Wild Card round. What better day for a playoff home run article than "Dinger Tuesday?" With the playoffs beginning, home runs are going to become rarer. I am going to give you my favorite home run from each playoff game today. I would […]

Michael King to Pitch Out of Bullpen in Wild-Card Series

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King will be available out of the bullpen during the entire wild-card series at Wrigley Field this week against the Chicago Cubs, according to manager Mike Shildt. Right-hander Nick Pivetta will start Game 1 on Tuesday, followed by right-hander Dylan Cease in Game 2 on Wednesday. If necessary, right-hander Yu […]

Dylan Cease to Start Game 2 of Wild-Card Series Against Cubs

San Diego Padres right-hander Dylan Cease will start Game 2 of the wild-card series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, according to manager Mike Shildt. Right-hander Yu Darvish would likely start Game 3, if necessary, on Thursday. Cease finished the 2025 season with 200-plus strikeouts for the fifth straight season, but all […]

Nick Pivetta Starting Game 1 of Wild-Card Series

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Nick Pivetta will start Game 1 of the wild-card series on Tuesday against the Cubs, reports AJ Cassavell of MLB.com. This is no surprise, as he has been the Padres' clear ace in 2025, posting a 2.87 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, 190 strikeouts, and 50 walks in 181 ⅔ innings. The […]

Ramon Laureano Lands on 10-Day Injured List

San Diego Padres outfielder Ramon Laureano (finger) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to Sept. 25. Laureano suffered a fractured finger during Wednesday's contest. As a result, Laureano will head to the shelf and will miss the upcoming Wild Card series against the Chicago Cubs. He'll finish his regular season with […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Back in Padres Lineup on Friday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (illness) is starting in right field and will hit in his usual leadoff spot for Friday's series opener against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Zac Gallen at Petco Park. Tatis was battling the flu and COVID this week and missed the entire three-game series against the Milwaukee […]

Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Report for Week 26 (2025)

Folks, we're so close. We have one weekend of baseball left for all 30 teams. Plenty more baseball to go for a select few, but another irregular regular season wraps up on Sunday. Most head-to-head fantasy leagues have already crowned their champions, but season-long leagues are still around and rotisserie formats are still kicking. Not […]

Hitter Fantasy Baseball Breakouts - Risers to Watch and Waiver Wire Outlooks (Week 27)

Welcome back to my Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters article for Week 27, the final one of the 2025 MLB regular season. The focus of this article is to highlight players who could be on the verge of a breakout, citing current active hitting streaks along with recent leaders in batting average, stolen bases, and isolated […]

Ramon Laureano Fractures Finger, Out Through First Round of Playoffs

San Diego Padres outfielder Ramon Laureano (finger) fractured his right index finger and will be out through at least the first round of the playoffs, manager Mike Shildt told reporters. Laureano suffered the injury during a 3-1 defeat against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, forcing him to exit after the second inning. The 31-year-old is […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Remains Away From the Team on Wednesday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (illness) remains out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park. Tatis will miss his third straight game this week while dealing with some combination of the flu and COVID. The Padres are hoping to get him back for the […]