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 […]

Padres Not Considering Trading Fernando Tatis Jr.

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller recently shut down any possible trade speculation surrounding outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr., telling Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune that Tatis is "somebody that we're not talking about." Preller has been known for making big moves in the trade market during his time in charge […]

Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Crystal Ball - Projecting The Top 10 Third Basemen for 2029

This is the fourth article of my offseason Dynasty Crystal Ball Series, where I project the top 10 players at each position for the 2029 season. In dynasty, it's important to understand the current value of players, but being able to project their value going forward is a way you can get ahead of the […]

Padres Willing to Trade Nick Pivetta?

The San Diego Padres have shown a willingness to entertain trade offers for right-hander Nick Pivetta, league sources told The Athletic's Dennis Lin. However, a deal for Pivetta isn't considered likely, as the Padres would require a steep return for Pivetta, who was their best starter in 2025. The 32-year-old veteran's heavily backloaded contract will […]

Padres Plan to Keep Mason Miller in the Bullpen

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen said on Monday that the team will keep right-handers Mason Miller and David Morgan and left-hander Adrian Morejon in the bullpen next year rather than converting them to starters. "It's a risky proposition health-wise and performance-wise," Stammen said. ESPN's Alden Gonzalez reasonably notes that the Padres are very much […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters From the 2025 Season: Mike Carter's 2026 Player Outlooks

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. There are always players who emerge from nowhere to become productive players, or simply come on stronger than in their past histories. My teammate Kevin Luo wrote a fantastic piece last […]

2026 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Roto Leagues (December Update)

The NFL season might still be going on, and spring training is a few months away, but it's never too early to start prepping for your upcoming 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. We are entering the heart of the baseball offseason and should see some big free agent signings as well as big-time trades. It's always […]

Top 200 Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Rankings - Eric Cross' End of Season Update

What, just because the MLB season is over you thought the Fantasy Baseball content would stop? Well, not in my world and not here at RotoBaller either. Dynasty leagues are a year-round investment and there's never a bad time to improve or tinker with your roster. So why not start with some rankings and notes […]

6 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters Who Had Career Years: Kipp's Top Players in a Year to Remember (2025)

The 2025 fantasy baseball season has come to a close with the Los Angeles Dodgers reigning supreme for the second year in a row, but at least we got a terrific World Series out of it. Now that the season is officially over, it is time to reflect on much of what we saw in […]

Craig Stammen Named Padres New Manager

The San Diego Padres hired former right-handed relief pitcher Craig Stammen to a three-year deal on Thursday to be their new manager, according to Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. Stammen, who just retired from professional baseball three years ago, will take over for Mike Shildt. The Padres chose Stammen, who has no managerial […]

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 […]