Jakob Marsee Wins Arizona Fall League MVP Award

San Diego Padres outfield prospect Jakob Marsee was named the 2023 Arizona Fall League Joe Black MVP award winner after hitting an impressive .391/.509/.707 with five home runs, 20 RBI, 16 stolen bases and 25 walks in his 118 plate appearances with the Peoria Javelinas in this year's AFL. The 22-year-old left-handed-hitting outfielder slashed .274/.413/.428 […]

Do These Prospects Matter in Dynasty Baseball? AFL Week 6 - Kala'i Rosario, Grant Pauley, Damon Keith, Trystan Vierling, more!

The Arizona Fall League (AFL) heads into the playoffs this weekend and then will be done, ending one of the most exciting offseason leagues each season, especially in terms of evaluating players. This week will be the final evaluation of any players in the AFL. Next week, we'll have our last column of the season, […]

Juan Soto "Absolutely 100 Percent" Going To Be Traded

San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto has been the center of trade speculation for some time and Buster Olney believes it will conclude in a trade of the star this offseason. The 25-year-old is one of the biggest names in baseball and fantasy, with an uptick in leagues that use on-base percentage. Soto has led […]

Padres Bring Back Drew Carlton

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Drew Carlton has decided to re-sign with the organization. The two sides have reached an agreement on a minor-league contract. The right-hander recently elected free agency after being removed from the 40-man roster. Despite that, the two sides were able to come to an agreement to bring back Carlton for […]

Early 2024 Fantasy Baseball ADP Analysis: Catcher, 1st Base, and 2nd Base

Remember years ago when you'd have to wait until at least January to draft? Not anymore. When one season ends, another begins. We live in a time where sites like NFBC and Fantrax allow you to draft for the following season as early as October, and many of us degenerates take advantage of that. For […]

Padres Will Continue To Discuss Extension With Juan Soto

San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller said the team will continue to discuss the possibility of a long-term contract extension with outfielder Juan Soto this offseason. "Juan long-term, Juan on a one-year deal, that brings different dynamics. We understand what that means for our roster both short-term and long-term," Preller said. Soto's agent, Scott […]

Padres Plan To Have Juan Soto In Their 2024 Lineup

San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto's agent, Scott Boras, said the Padres have laid out a plan to his client that includes Soto in their lineup next season. Trade rumors have been swirling around the three-time All-Star since the Friars ended their disappointing 2023 campaign. The 25-year-old left-handed slugger is going to see a huge […]

Padres Extend Qualifying Offer To Josh Hader

The San Diego Padres officially extended a $20.325 million qualifying offer to left-handed closer Josh Hader, ensuring they will receive draft-pick compensation if he departs to another team in free agency this offseason. Hader is expected to decline the offer and seek a bigger deal on the open market this winter. At 29 years old, […]

Blake Snell Receives Qualifying Offer From Padres

The San Diego Padres officially extended a $20.325 million qualifying offer to left-hander Blake Snell, ensuring they'll receive draft-pick compensation if he leaves via free agency this offseason. Snell is fully expected to decline the offer after an outstanding 2023 season that has him as the favorite to win the National League Cy Young award. […]

Nick Martinez Becomes A Free Agent

San Diego Padres right-hander Nick Martinez and the Padres declined their respective options for the 2024 campaign over the weekend, making him a free agent this offseason. The Padres had $16 million options on Martinez for the next two years, while Martinez had an $8 million player option. The 33-year-old swingman will look for a […]

Michael Wacha Heads To Free Agency

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael Wacha will become a free agent this winter. The organization has decided to decline the two-year $32 million team option on Wacha. It sounds like the right-hander would rather test free agency after a strong 2023 campaign. The 32-year-old held a 3.22 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and 124/43 K/BB ratio […]

Padres To Interview Carlos Mendoza For Managerial Position

The San Diego Padres will interview New York Yankees bench coach Carlos  Mendoza this weekend for their managerial position after they let Bob Melvin walk following the disappointing 2023 campaign. The 43-year-old Mendoza will be the fourth candidate interviewed by the Friars. Internal candidates Mike Shildt and Ryan Flaherty are still considered the favorites, but sources […]

Padres Reunite With Tucupita Marcano

The San Diego Padres claimed infielder/outfielder Tucupita Marcano (knee) off waivers on Thursday from the Pittsburgh Pirates. In a corresponding move, the Padres outrighted catcher Chandler Seagle and right-hander Drew Carlton off their 40-man roster. Marcano will return to the Padres organization after spending his rookie MLB campaign with the Friars in 2021. He will […]

Seth Lugo Declines Player Option For 2024

San Diego Padres right-hander Seth Lugo has declined his $7.5 million player option for the 2024 season on Thursday, according to sources. It doesn't come as a big surprise after Lugo had a very fine 2023 campaign in his first year in San Diego. He was a full-time starter and made a career-high 26 starts […]

Juan Soto Gaining Trade Interest From Chicago Cubs

San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto will be one of the highlights of the offseason around the MLB. Another team is now being listed as involved in the trade sweepstakes — the Chicago Cubs. Soto will be a hot name during the GM Meetings that start on Nov. 7 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Padres are […]

Do These Prospects Matter for Fantasy Baseball? Arizona Fall League with Gabriel Rincones, Corey Rosier, Jordan Carr, Kendall Williams, and more

The Arizona Fall League (AFL) is now one-third of the way through the season. The league has had 12 game days played, with 20 left to play, not including the Fall Stars game and Home Run Derby on November 4-5 and the playoffs on November 10-11. Though there have been three weeks of play done, […]

2024 San Diego Padres Top 10 Fantasy Baseball Prospects

Welcome to my 2024 team-by-team prospect rankings. Over the next few months, I'll be going through all 30 MLB farm systems, ranking my top 10 in each system, and discussing the profiles and long-term outlooks of these players. We continue through the National League West today with a stop in sunny San Diego, The Padres […]

Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlooks for Dynasty (AFL Week 3) - Benny Montgomery, Tyler Locklear, Wilmer Flores, more

The first two weeks of the Arizona Fall League (AFL) is in the books, and already certain prospects are beginning to show out in their fall assignment. The Padres' Jakob Marsee has blown people away as have top pitching prospects Ricky Tiedemann in the Blue Jays' organization and Jackson Jobe of the Tigers. The Arizona […]

Do These Prospects Matter for Fantasy Baseball (AFL Week 2)? Max Muncy, TT Bowens, Carter Baumler, Logan Workman, more!

The first week of the Arizona Fall League (AFL) is in the books, and already certain prospects are beginning to show out in their fall assignment. We're going to offer up a six-pack of hitters and a six-pack of pitchers each week during the AFL. While the AFL is certainly a small sample size, plenty […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 10/7/23

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to our daily MLB DFS picks and recommendations! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the game, I'm here to provide the insights and recommendations you need to gain a competitive edge and maximize your winnings. Each day, I'll share my top […]

Padres Looking To Work Out Extension With Juan Soto

San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller said the "first path" with outfielder Juan Soto this offseason is to work out a contract extension. "We've never been a group that says no to anything. I wouldn't read into that. That's just kind of the way we operate," Preller said when asked if he'd consider trading […]

A.J. Preller, Bob Melvin To Return To Padres In 2024

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations and general manager A.J. Preller and skipper Bob Melvin will both return to the club next season, as per Preller in Wednesday afternoon's end-of-season media availability. Both men were seemingly on the hot seat following a disappointing season in which the Padres went 82-80 and finished in third […]

Manny Machado Undergoes Elbow Surgery

The San Diego Padres announced on Tuesday that third baseman Manny Machado (elbow) underwent right-elbow extensor tendon repair surgery on Tuesday in Los Angeles, and it was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache. Machado's estimated recovery timeline is four to six months. In a worst case scenario, Machado will not be ready for the start of […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 10/3/23 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Happy Tuesday and happy postseason, RotoBallers! After 162 regular season games, the playoffs are finally here. Atlanta, Los Angeles, Baltimore, and Houston all have first-round byes, and we will see them in the Divisional Series. Meanwhile, Texas-Tampa Bay, Toronto-Minnesota, Arizona-Milwaukee, and Miami-Philadelphia will play […]

Top 150 Dynasty Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (October Updates)

Welcome back RotoBallers to the October update of our MLB team's dynasty fantasy baseball prospects rankings for the 2023 season. The 2023 regular season is done in the majors and minors, but there is still baseball of interest, with MLB playoff action and Arizona Fall League action to pique dynasty owners' interest. We will revisit […]

Pedro Avila Strikes Out Seven In Padres Season Finale

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Pedro Avila fanned seven White Sox batters in over five shutout innings to win 2-1 on Sunday. Despite the Padres being out of the postseason race, Avila gave up only three hits in the game, all base hits. He also didn't surrender a walk in the contest. The 26-year-old, in […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 10/1/23

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to our daily MLB DFS picks and recommendations! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the game, I'm here to provide the insights and recommendations you need to gain a competitive edge and maximize your winnings. Each day, I'll share my top […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (10/1/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Sunday, RotoBallers! I'm excited to be covering the final DFS slate of the regular season. I'm aware that NFL season is underway, but I'm looking forward to sifting through another crop of MLB games. Let's break down my favorite plays from today's main slate! Today's main slate features a rare 15-game matinee mix. The […]

Luis Campusano Placed On 10-Day Injured List

San Diego Padres catcher Luis Campusano (ankle) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. The Padres were taking things as day-to-day with Campusano, but it appears that wasn't working. Now, he'll land on the injured list, which basically means he's done for the season. The Padres figure to split up the playing […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (9/30/23)

It's Saturday, RotoBallers! I’m excited to be delivering more free MLB betting content for you. The regular season is down to its final Saturday, which creates more variables and more opportunities to gain an edge. Football season can wait because I'll be all over baseball today! Attention, fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news […]