Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball: Waiver Wire Report for Week 15

We’re coming up on Week 15 of the fantasy baseball season. The heat gets turned up a bit in July, but you can't let the heat melt your brain. Fantasy baseball necessitates hyper-vigilance, especially in deeper leagues where the waiver wires are quickly stripped of talent. This weekly article will outline the upcoming schedule, two-start […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/3/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/3/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. It's a weird bunch of games here on Monday, but our focus here will be on the six-game main slate for FD and DK that locks at 7:05. Only weather to watch tonight is in […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/2/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

I cannot believe we are one week away from the all-star break. We have a genuinely awesome slate tonight on the eve of Independence Day. These small slates are my bread and butter, and tonight fits that mold. Tonight's slate is loaded with pitching. We have nine viable options tonight of the 12 arms toeing […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 15

Welcome back to The Cut List for Week 15. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on […]

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 15

Welcome to Week 15 and our fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for hitters. These fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups are for the week of July 3 - July 9, looking at players below ~50% rostered on ESPN, Yahoo!, or Fantrax. We'll be doing this points league roundup every week here at RotoBaller because we know […]

Yu Darvish Not Starting On Sunday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish (illness) is not starting on Sunday vs. the Cincinnati Reds. Darvish was scratched from his original start earlier this week against the Pirate before tentatively being lined up to start Friday against the Reds. Neither of those turns materialized and now he's not starting Sunday either as Adrian […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. July is here and that means we can truly start calling this the second half of the fantasy baseball season. Does that encourage or frighten you? Maybe a little of both? Don't ease up now and start the back nine strong with some waiver […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers: Fantasy Baseball SP Pickups and Starts (July 3 - July 9)

Welcome back to our Two-Start Pitcher Streamers article - Waiver Wire Streamers and Starts for Week 15, from July 3 to July 9. With plenty of teams with seven games on their schedule this week, we're looking at a bunch of two-start pitchers. There are very few safe streamers this week, but there are still […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 7/2/23

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 […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (7/2/23)

Welcome back to another player prop picks piece! I'm Thunder Dan and I hope you know by now that Sundays are for strikeouts! Those K props are my favorite, but sometimes we will get into some total outs and walks props occasionally. And while I like the pitching props the most, I will toss out […]

2B and SS Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 15

Welcome to July, and another week of middle infield waiver wire pickups! The flipping of the calendar means many things, from barbecues and fireworks to All-Star debates and trade talks. Here in our little world of fantasy baseball, it also means time is running out to get into playoff position or to make up points […]

Luis Garcia (2B/SS, WAS) - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 15

BALLER MOVE: Add in 15+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 23% of Leagues ANALYSIS: With each passing week, I get more perplexed at how Luis Garcia's roster rate remains so low. He's batting .280 on the season thanks to a 96th-percentile K-rate. He's got 36 runs, 37 RBI, five homers, and four steals, so he contributes […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (7/2/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

We have a busy Sunday in the majors, but most of the action is early in the afternoon...but not too early. DraftKings and FanDuel don't like that. Both sites chopped off the Baltimore and Minnesota game that starts at high noon. Killjoys. However, FanDuel did include the Coors tilt on the main slate, so those […]

Tom Cosgrove Activated From IL Saturday

San Diego Padres reliever Tom Cosgrove (hamstring) was activated from the 15-day injured list on Saturday. The left-hander has been on the shelf since mid-June because of a strained left hamstring. But he made good progress while on the shelf, so his activation isn't surprising. Cosgrove is 1-0 in 16 appearances this season. He also […]

Drew Carlton Lands On Injured List

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Drew Carlton (elbow) landed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. The 27-year-old has appeared in 11 games for the big club in 2023, amassing a 2-1 record and a 4.35 ERA. He is now dealing with elbow inflammation, so it's anyone's guess when he'll be back on the bump. […]

Ha-Seong Kim Returns To Action Against Reds

San Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds and left-hander Brandon Williamson, starting at second base and batting leadoff as the Padres attempt to end their six-game losing skid. The Friars held Kim out as a precaution on Friday due to a tight hamstring, […]

Michael Wacha Starting On Saturday

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael Wacha (shoulder) will return to the mound and start on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds on his 32nd birthday as the Padres look to snap their six-game losing streak. The Padres skipped Wacha in the rotation due to a sore right shoulder, and he hasn't pitched since June 19, so […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for July 1

What's going on RotoBallers? John Brubaker here for my installment of FREE MLB Player Props. I've been on a bit of a roll on the side/total side of things on the books, but today we'll be looking at some props. We have a great slate to pick from today, as all 30 teams will be […]

Breakout Hitters Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Jordan Walker, Patrick Bailey, Mike Tauchman

Welcome RotoBallers to our fantasy baseball breakout hitters article for Week 14. As always, we are here to bring you a few MLB hitters whose advanced metrics are popping out. My name is Joshua Costello and I will be giving you 3-5 hitter names that seem to have sustainable improved production this season. Most of […]

Ha-Seong Kim Dealing With Hamstring Strain

San Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim (hamstring) is dealing with a left-hamstring strain, which is why he wasn't in the lineup for Friday's series opener against the Cincinnati Reds. Kim might have been able to play, but the Padres didn't want to risk making it worse. The 27-year-old is day-to-day, and he could be back […]

Ha-Seong Kim Takes A Seat On Friday

San Diego Padres third baseman Ha-Seong Kim is absent from the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. This is a well-deserved rest day for Kim after he has been destroying the baseball lately. Over the last week, Kim is hitting .321/.394/.786 with four home runs and nine RBI. Rougned Odor will make […]

RIVAL Fantasy MLB DFS Props - Over/Under Picks for Friday, June 30th, 2023

Welcome to our new series covering RIVAL Fantasy picks for MLB! We will focus on two fantasy contest types offered on RIVAL - Challenges and FantasyBook (Over/Under). Challenges are H2H matchups between two MLB players. You choose which one you think will score the most fantasy points, then place a bet to back it. If […]

Yu Darvish Could Start Sunday

San Deigo Padres right-hander Yu Darvish (illness) will miss his start on Friday while dealing with an undisclosed illness. However, he threw a bullpen session on Thursday and could face the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday if his side session goes well. Darvish has disappointed thus far over 80 innings, pitching to a 4.84 ERA and […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Shane McClanahan, Clayton Kershaw, Eduardo Rodriguez, Alex Cobb, more

Several key fantasy baseball pitchers dealing with short or long-term ailments heading into the weekend. This is nothing new for MLB pitchers, but it's something fantasy managers will have to consider when making lineup decisions. As always, we have the latest updates. Let's take a look at the top injured pitchers including Shane McClanahan, Clayton […]

Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include C.J. Cron, Jordan Westburg, Scott McGough, more

Welcome RotoBallers to our mid-week fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings list for Week 15 - June 26 through July 2 to help you stay on top of the waiver wire, especially in leagues that allow daily moves. Baltimore Orioles top prospect Jordan Westburg's contract was purchased from Triple-A Norfolk earlier this week, and he made […]

PrizePicks MLB DFS Prop Picks - Today's Over/Under Props for Friday, June 30, 2023

Welcome to our PrizePicks MLB DFS prop picks for Friday, June 30, 2023. The 2023 MLB season is underway here at RotoBaller, and we have you covered with some terrific plays from our friends over at PrizePicks. PrizePicks is a great DFS fantasy picks site where you can choose to select plays in terms of […]

Michael Wacha Throwing Bullpen Thursday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael Wacha (shoulder) is throwing a bullpen session on Thursday before the team's series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates. With Yu Darvish (illness) questionable to make his next start this weekend on the road against the Cincinnati Reds, the Padres are really hoping Wacha's bullpen goes well so he can […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Leading Off On Thursday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. is serving as the designated hitter and is batting leadoff for the Friars on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Pirates and right-hander Luis L. Ortiz. Ha-Seong Kim, who had hit leadoff the last couple days, will drop to seventh in the batting order while starting at second base. With […]

Tom Cosgrove Facing Hitters Thursday

San Diego Padres left-hander Tom Cosgrove (hamstring) is ready to face hitters for a second time on Thursday, according to MLB.com. The 27-year-old has been on the injured list since June 16 after straining his left hamstring, but manager Bob Melvin told reporters that he could be activated before Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Shohei Ohtani, Yu Darvish, Ryan Helsley, Chris Sale, Marcus Stroman, more

Injuries to top fantasy baseball pitchers are always a part of the game, but this week's group of hurlers has a ton of star power. Some of these players have been on the shelf for weeks, whiles others are new to the list. Either way, staying up to date on the latest news surrounding their […]