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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Thursday’s MLB games

Note: This file will be updated with any overnight pitching changes or weather-related game postponements, along with the addition of the latest MLB game odds as of the indicated time of publication. At long last, Opening Day is here! For fantasy baseball managers, it means stats that actually count — well, at least for most […]

Royce Lewis & Co. help Twins end playoff record skid at 18

More Teams. More Games. Royce Lewis crushes two home runs vs. the Blue Jays in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card as the Twins end their record postseason losing streak. (0:51) MINNEAPOLIS — It spanned 19 years and 18 games, three different managers and a handful of local icons, from Torii Hunter to Joe […]

2023 MLB odds, predictions update: World Series, awards, more

They’re regarded as the overwhelming favorite, ahead of the Los Angeles Dodgers (+450), Houston Astros (+550) and Texas Rangers (+800). FanGraphs’ odds concur, projecting the Braves to finish six games better in terms of win/loss record than the No. 2 Dodgers, with easily best 25.4% odds of winning the whole shebang. That said, it’s not […]

Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Friday’s MLB games

For an in-depth look at what to expect in this daily article and for how to best utilize the information contained within, check out our handy primer here. Note: This file has been updated with any overnight pitching changes or weather-related game postponements, along with the addition of the latest MLB game odds as of […]

Minnesota Twins acquire Baltimore Orioles closer Jorge Lopez, Cincinnati Reds starter Tyler Mahle, Detroit Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins badly needed pitching and weren’t afraid to part with multiple promising minor leaguers to get it. They weren’t willing to budge with some of the youngsters they already have in the majors, though. Despite their injuries and flaws, the Twins were adamant about adding to their first-place club. The Twins […]

MLB Power Rankings Week 13: Which teams lead at the season’s halfway point?

Most teams are officially at the halfway mark of the season. While some have all but secured a spot in October, others are fighting to stay in playoff contention. Houston continues to close the gap between itself and the Yankees, with New York having lost three of its past six games, including one to the […]

Minnesota Twins’ Sonny Gray, Kansas City Royals’ Zack Greinke both leave starts with injuries

MINNEAPOLIS — The Twins’ Sonny Gray and the Royals’ Zack Greinke left Sunday’s game with injuries, leaving their teams to wonder how much time each will miss. Gray cruised and was backed by Gio Urshela’s three-run homer before leaving in the seventh inning because of right pectoral soreness during the Twins’ 7-3 win over the […]

Fantasy baseball daily notes: Pitcher and hitter rankings for Saturday

Here’s a look at Saturday’s top streaming options, focusing on players rostered in fewer than 50% of ESPN leagues. Jake Odorizzi (R), rostered in 18% of ESPN leagues, Houston Astros vs. Oakland Athletics: Of all the streaming options on the slate, Odorizzi probably carries the safest floor. The right-hander is unlikely to rack up whiffs, […]

Fantasy baseball daily notes: Pitcher and hitter rankings for Sunday

Here’s a look at Sunday’s top streaming options, focusing on players rostered in fewer than 50% of ESPN leagues. Shane Baz (R), rostered in 19% of ESPN leagues, Tampa Bay Rays vs. Miami Marlins: Baz, one of the game’s top pitching prospects, was as advertised in his big-league debut on Monday versus Toronto, firing five […]

Fantasy baseball daily notes: Pitcher and hitter rankings for Tuesday

If you haven’t yet read my primer on how weather can give you a MASSIVE edge in fantasy baseball, be sure to check that out now, as it will help provide context for my player evaluations each week. Here are Tuesday’s choices to bolster your fantasy squad, with everyone available in at least half of […]

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