Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Additions and Pitching Gems for May 2026
With the MLB season heating up, several under-the-radar players are emerging on the waiver wire, offering high upside for fantasy managers.
May 31, 2026
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May’s Breakout Hitters Light Up Fantasy Baseball
A snapshot of the players heating up the waiver wire and minor‑league circuits, offering fresh options for roster builders.
May 31, 2026
Bearcats Fall to Mississippi State as Bulldogs surge in NCAA tournament
A dominant seventh-inning stretch propels Mississippi State past Cincinnati, leaving the Bearcats with an elimination game against Louisiana on the horizon.
May 31, 2026
Weekly Pitching Roundup: Who’s Rising and Who’s Falling in Fantasy Baseball
This week’s fantasy baseball pitching report highlights breakout performances, sustainability concerns, and roster advice for the upcoming slate.
May 31, 2026
The Enduring Allure of the 1960 Topps Baseball Card Set
The 1960 Topps baseball card set, celebrated for its striking horizontal layout and iconic player imagery, remains a touchstone for collectors, with rare rookie cards and high‑grade examples fetching tens of thousands of dollars.
May 31, 2026
ECU Baseball Staves Off Elimination in Chapel Hill Regional
After a narrow 7‑5 loss to North Carolina, ECU will face VCU at noon in the losers' bracket, with a potential championship showdown against the Tar Heels on the horizon.
May 31, 2026
Alabama Baseball Eyes Regional Crown in Tuscaloosa Showdown
Alabama’s baseball team, seeded seventh overall, is set to contest the Tuscaloosa Regional final on May 31, facing either Oklahoma State or USC Upstate, a victory granting them a Super Regional invitation and a broadcast on ESPN+.
May 31, 2026
Aggies Edge Closer to Super Regional Amid Pitching Setback
Texas A&M baseball moves nearer to a super regional after a 17‑2 victory, yet star pitcher Aiden Sims will miss the remainder of the season, forcing a reshuffle of the rotation.
May 31, 2026
UIL Texas Baseball Playoffs Open at Dell Diamond in Round Rock
The UIL Texas high school baseball playoffs are underway at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, featuring a packed schedule of championship games and promising standout performances from top programs.
May 31, 2026
FSU and Coastal Carolina Resume Regional Clash After Weather Delays
After two rain‑induced postponements, the No.10 Florida State Seminoles will take on the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Sunday morning at Dick Howser Stadium, looking to extend their home dominance and avoid a season‑ending loss.
May 31, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Eye Regional Title as They Prepare for decisive showdown
With a perfect run through the double‑elimination bracket and a dominant 6‑2 victory over Liberty, the Georgia Bulldogs are one win away from advancing to the super regionals, a feat that would cap a remarkable May run.
May 31, 2026
Saint Mary’s Prepares for Crucial Elimination Clash with UCLA in Regional Final
Saint Mary's will meet UCLA in a winner‑take‑all game after a 14‑1 loss to Cal Poly, with the victor advancing to face the Mustangs in the regional final.
May 31, 2026
Auburn’s Path to Redemption in the NCAA Regional
Auburn's baseball team entered the NCAA regional with slim prospects, but a decisive win over NC State has reshaped the odds and sparked renewed optimism.
May 31, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Must Win Two on Sunday to Keep NCAA Tournament Hopes Alive
The Razorbacks dropped their first postseason game to Kansas and now must defeat Northeastern twice on May 31 to stay in the tournament, with the matchup televised on ESPNU and streamed via ESPN+ and Fubo.
May 31, 2026
USC Baseball Overwhelms Lamar with 19‑Run Onslaught
The Trojans erupted for 19 runs against Lamar, with every starter logging a hit and freshman outfielder Walter Urbon delivering a grand slam.
May 31, 2026
ECU and VCU Clash in NCAA Regional Elimination Game Sunday
The East Carolina Pirates will face the Virginia Commonwealth Rams on Sunday, May 31, at noon at Boshamer Stadium in Chapel Hill, with a berth against the University of North Carolina on the line.
May 31, 2026
Alabama Baseball Eyes Super Regional Berth in Tuscaloosa Regional
Alabama's baseball team prepares for a decisive regional contest that could launch them into the super regionals, facing Oklahoma State or USC Upstate at Sewell‑Thomas Stadium.
May 31, 2026
Reese Chapman Concludes College Career, Eyes MLB Draft
After a four‑season tenure at Tennessee, Reese Chapman says goodbye to Knoxville, thanking those who shaped his path and preparing for the next chapter in professional baseball.
May 31, 2026
Cal Poly Baseball Storms into Regional Finals with 14-0 Victory
The Mustangs routed Saint Mary's 14-0, highlighted by Ryan Tayman's program-record 17th homer and a collective offensive onslaught that left the opposition scrambling.
May 31, 2026
Arizona State’s 17-0 Shutout Over South Dakota State Highlights Dominant Pitching
Arizona State's Kole Klecker delivered eight shutout innings, while the Sun Devils' bats exploded in the fifth and sixth frames, securing a 17-0 win over South Dakota State.
May 31, 2026
Mountaineers Must Win Two to Keep Season Alive
West Virginia’s season hangs in the balance as the Mountaineers prepare for a win‑or‑go‑home clash with Wake Forest at Kendrick Family Ballpark.
May 31, 2026
South Carolina High School Baseball Crowns Five State Champions
The 2026 South Carolina High School League baseball championships concluded with five state titles, each delivering unforgettable moments that will linger in the memories of players, coaches and fans alike.
May 31, 2026
Coach Michael Ryals Banned for Life After Dugout Incident
An Oklahoma coach and his 12‑year‑old son faced severe sanctions after a high‑speed pitch was aimed at an opposing dugout, igniting a national conversation about youth sports culture.
May 31, 2026
Oregon Baseball Advances to Eugene Regional Championship with Dominant 4-0 Victory Over Washington State
Oregon’s 4‑0 win over Washington State combined a stellar outing from Will Sanford with a ninth‑inning blast by Naulivou Lauaki Jr., securing a spot in the Eugene Regional final.
May 31, 2026