It’s a very good day for grinders with a healthy supply of pitchers and some solid bats to give your lineup a midweek boost. Here they are, with everyone rostered in fewer than half of all ESPN leagues. Tyler Anderson (L), rostered in 16% of ESPN leagues, Seattle Mariners vs. Texas Rangers: Anderson did not […]
Continue readingJuly 1 Kyle Schwarber — then a National — hit a double. Over his previous 35 games, he had 18 home runs — and no other extra-base hits. The only other player in major league history to hit that many home runs in a 35-game stretch and have no other extra base hits was Roger […]
Continue readingAs it currently stands, there are some intriguing arms to stream, though they have relatively high rostership level so it’s best to act quickly. With respect to hitters, deadline deals will affect availability, but the best approach is clicking in the best options and pivoting later if something transpires. Good luck as we head into […]
Continue readingHere’s a look at Saturday’s streaming options, focusing on players rostered in fewer than 50% of ESPN leagues. Merrill Kelly (R), rostered in 24% of ESPN leagues, Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs: Kelly may not be the most exciting fantasy option, but he’s still been productive over the past month, delivering a 2.56 ERA and […]
Continue readingHowever, there is still a little more business with Sunday lineups needing attention. It’s wise to pay extra attention to the lineups as they become available as many managers will give their nicked-up players the extra day, even though they’ll be getting an extended respite this week. Here are Sunday’s players in favorable spots to […]
Continue readingIf 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 […]
Continue readingHere are Monday’s highlighted players, with everyone available in at least 50% of all ESPN leagues. Brad Keller (R), rostered in 9% of ESPN leagues, Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers: In his latest outing, Keller gave up more than three runs for the first time since April 20, a string of nine starts. He’s […]
Continue readingStacking isn’t generally used in traditional fantasy, save for desperate situations in head-to-head formats when you’re behind and need to make up points in bunches. The other potential chance to stack is on extremely short slates where the available inventory is limited. Monday features just three games, so it’s a good opportunity to stack. Ideally, […]
Continue readingMay began with two Mays pitching. The month also included the 90th birthday for Willie Mays. And that is just the beginning — because there was plenty of wild, weird and wacky. Here are The Quirkjians for May. May 1 Dodgers pitcher Justin May made his first appearance ever in a game in the month […]
Continue readingGood luck as the fantasy week closes! Here are Sunday’s suggestions to end the week on a high note, with everyone accessible in at least 50% of all ESPN leagues. Jordan Montgomery (L), rostered in 52.1% of ESPN leagues, New York Yankees at Baltimore Orioles: Please allow me to bend the rules so that I […]
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