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 […]

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 […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Feels Good During Batting Practice

San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (wrist) was able to take live batting practice prior to Monday's game against the Colorado Rockies. The young slugger mentioned that he felt good taking batting practice, so he should go on a rehab assignment later this week. It's uncertain how many games Tatis will need before rejoining […]

Wil Myers Activated On Monday

San Diego Padres first baseman Wil Myers (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. The right-handed slugger will immediately move right back into the lineup against the Colorado Rockies. He has been sidelined since early June due to inflammation in his right knee. Myers will cover first base and bat fifth […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Could Begin Rehab Assignment This Weekend

If all goes according to plan, San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (wrist) will begin a minor league rehab assignment this weekend. He is scheduled to take live batting practice on Monday, and the Padres are still taking it day by day with him. The 23-year-old superstar is trying to return from a surgically […]

Taylor Rogers, Others Traded To Brewers

According to a tweet from ESPN's Jeff Passan on Monday, the Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly acquiring relief pitcher Taylor Rogers along with fellow reliever Dinelson Lamet, pitching prospect Robert Gasser and outfield prospect Esteury Ruiz in exchange for relief pitcher Josh Hader. Rogers has converted 28 saves for the Padres this season, but has struggled […]

Padres Agree To Five-Year Deal With Joe Musgrove

According to a tweet from The Athletic's Jim Bowden, the San Diego Padres have reportedly agreed to a five-year deal with starting pitcher Joe Musgrove worth $100 million. The reported extension will keep the right-hander in San Diego long-term. Musgrove has enjoyed a strong season with the Padres in 2022, pitching to a 2.65 ERA, […]

Padres Acquire Josh Hader From Brewers

According to a tweet from ESPN's Jeff Passan, the San Diego Padres have reportedly acquired relief pitcher Josh Hader from the Milwaukee Brewers for left-handed reliever Taylor Rogers, right-hander Dinelson Lamet, pitching prospect Robert Gasser, and outfield prospect Esteury Ruiz. Hader has thrown 34 innings for the Brewers this season, pitching to a 4.24 ERA […]

Luis Garcia Secures First Save On Sunday

San Diego Padres pitcher Luis Garcia struck out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 35-year-old received the first save opportunity with the recent news of incumbent closer Taylor Rogers "getting […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 8/1/22 (Premium Content)

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 8/1/2022 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. It's August, which means we have two months left of full MLB DFS slates. The competition gets a little tougher as the casual player shifts their focus towards football season, but we can still print […]

Thunder Dan's MLB Betting Picks for August 1: Pitcher Props, Totals, Money Line Bets

Thanks for stopping by for 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 […]

Jurickson Profar Adds Homer And Steal

San Diego Padres utility man Jurickson Profar once again had a solid game on Sunday against the Minnesota Twins, going 2-for-4 at the plate with a home run, a stolen base, and two runs scored. Profar now has 11 homers and five steals on the season. He has four multi-hit performances in his last six […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/1/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Monday and happy August, RotoBallers! An important thing to consider for the next two days is the trade deadline approaching tomorrow night. There are a ton of big names circulating the league *cough* Juan Soto *cough* so we will see weakened lineups. Pitchers could also be scratched at the final second. All in all, […]

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 […]

Eric Hosmer Removed During Sunday's Game

San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer (neck) was removed during Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. There was some speculation that this removal was trade-related, but that doesn't appear to be the case. Instead, the 32-year-old is dealing with a minor neck strain. Fantasy managers should consider this a day-to-day issue. This doesn't sound […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

Luis Campusano Hits Eighth Homer In Triple-A

San Diego Padres catcher Luis Campusano went 2-for-4 and hit his eighth homer of the season for Triple-A El Paso on Friday. Campusano is now hitting .302 and has also driven in 36 RBI. The 23-year-old is one of the top catching prospects in the game and has gotten a couple cups of coffee in […]

Eguy Rosario Continues Impressive Season In Triple-A

San Diego Padres shortstop prospect Eguy Rosario went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run in Saturday's contest for Triple-A El Paso. It was his second homer in as many games. Rosario has been putting together a strong season and the Padres fifth ranked prospect is now hitting .280 with 16 homers, 62 RBI and 16 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Top Hitter Streamers and Starts for Fantasy Baseball - Week 17

Hopefully, I speak for everyone when I say that this marks the beginning of the best part of the baseball season. From impact in-season trades to postseason races to the fall classic, there's no slowing down in terms of entertainment from here; I'm ready to run through a brick wall just thinking about it! Fantasy […]

Hitters: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 17

Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent hitters 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 […]

Blake Snell Earns Third Win

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell cruised to his third win of the season Friday, allowing one run on four hits and a walk to the Minnesota Twins in six innings of work in a 10-1 victory. He struck out seven batters. This is just the fourth time this year out of 12 starts […]

Ha-Seong Kim Adds Homer And Steal

San Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim contributed across the board in Friday's 10-1 win over the Minnesota Twins, picking up two hits in three at-bats with a home run, a steal, and two runs scored. He now has six homers and six steals on the season. With just a .692 OPS in 338 plate appearances […]

Luke Voit Homers, Drives In Three

San Diego Padres designated hitter Luke Voit participated in the offensive onslaught against Joe Ryan and the Minnesota Twins Friday, going 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, three RBI, and two runs scored. Voit now has 13 home runs on the season to go with 38 runs scored and 47 RBI. He's gone deep […]

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 […]

Fantasy Baseball Week 17 Injury News, Updates: Mike Trout, Rafael Devers, Dustin May, May Meyer, and more

The trade deadline is this week. There may be some blockbusters trades and some small trades and most of the trades will affect your fantasy team in one way or another. Players coming back from injury may affect the trades that are made in the MLB as well as your home league. Knowing when injured […]

Closers and Saves Waiver Wire Report for Fantasy Baseball - Week 16

The deadline is coming! The deadline is coming! It's like Christmas for many baseball fans: the trade deadline. This season, we get a few extra days of rumors and what ifs, as the deadline won't be until August 2. The Yankees and Royals kicked things off early with the Andrew Benintendi trade, and there will […]