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Fantasy baseball weekend watch: Can Blanco do it again?
Ah, among the teams on that list is the one that plays in the ballpark fantasy managers love — the Rockies and their beloved Coors Field! Yes, we get our first Coors games, as Colorado plays host to the Tampa Bay Rays for three games. Meanwhile, the Arizona Diamondbacks, last year’s NL champs, visit the […]
Continue readingMLB Power Rankings: Who’s No. 1 one week into the season?
We’re one week into the 2024 MLB season, and after the Brewers and Pirates each suffered their first loss of the season on Wednesday, we have one team still undefeated through seven days of play — the Tigers?! We’ve seen hot starts across the league from not only a few surprising teams but also typical […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball: Three trends after one week of MLB season
One week does, however, provide us relevant glances at player developments, changes that might absolutely matter in the long run. We preach so often on these pages, and across the industry, to be patient with your preseason investments. That remains true. It’s foolish to shake the foundation of your fantasy baseball roster within the season’s […]
Continue readingWhite Sox GM: Dylan Cease offers improved after strong spring
A good showing this spring by former Chicago White Sox starter Dylan Cease helped his value in advance of his trade to the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, according to White Sox general manager Chris Getz. “His last outing in Cincinnati was an impressive one,” Getz told reporters Thursday morning via Zoom. “There was a […]
Continue readingThe Playbook, Inning 8: Advanced stats to use for fantasy baseball
Baseball is such a different game today than it was when rotisserie was first invented. Back in 1980, most anyone interested in baseball was lured in by such “bubblegum card” numbers as batting average, home runs, wins and ERA. Over the years, the brightest minds in the game brought to light the fact that there […]
Continue readingBraves acquire Chris Sale, cash from Red Sox for Vaughn Grissom
More Teams. More Games. Jesse Rogers analyzes the deal sending Chris Sale from the Red Sox to the Braves. (1:21) The Atlanta Braves acquired left-hander Chris Sale from the Boston Red Sox for infielder Vaughn Grissom on Saturday, shoring up their rotation with the seven-time All-Star they hope rounds out a World Series-caliber roster. Sale […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday’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 […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Wednesday’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 […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Sunday’s MLB games
More Teams. More Games. The underrated Seth Lugo should extend his quality start streak against the slumping Giants’ lineup. (1:06) Look for our fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings, hitter upgrades and downgrades daily to help you make smart fantasy baseball lineup decisions and for MLB betting tips. Game odds are provided by Caesars Sportsbook, and […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Wednesday’s MLB games
Look for our fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings, hitter upgrades and downgrades daily to help you make smart fantasy baseball lineup decisions and for MLB betting tips. MLB game odds are provided by Caesars Sportsbook, and fantasy advice is geared toward ESPN 10-team leagues with standard scoring. For an in-depth look at what to expect […]
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